Lugar: Ethanol aids U.S. economy

A bright economic future for central Indiana, as well as potential oil independence from foreign countries, was celebrated Saturday by dozens, including local politicians and U.S. Sen. Dick Lugar.

Lugar, R-Ind., came to Central Indiana Ethanol, 2955 W. Delphi Pike, for its grand opening celebration. He was the keynote speaker in a ceremony outside of the plant.