JANUARY 12-18, 2018
Thanks to a blockbuster donation, the Great American Songbook Foundation now has the expensive responsibility of maintaining the 107-acre Asherwood estate, including paying a nine-person maintenance staff. Lindsey Erdody examines the implications for the small not-for-profit. Also in this week’s issue, Anthony Schoettle reveals the unusual reason why plans for a $25 million skating complex in Greenwood have stalled. And in Focus, IBJ asks several local investment advisers to forecast the fate of the current bull market.
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Simon estate gift creates ‘potentially tough situation’ for small foundation
The Great American Songbook Foundation now has the expensive responsibility of maintaining the 107-acre Asherwood, including paying a nine-person maintenance staff.
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Tight job market opens doors for ex-offenders
Once shunned as too risky to hire, men and women with criminal records are finding more open doors in business and industry.
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Injury expert sports huge following
Despite having no professional medical background, Greenwood resident Will Carroll has become one of the top media experts nationally focused on sports injuries.
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Greenwood sports-complex project stalled over energy rebate
A $25 million Greenwood sports complex is on ice while its developers try to work out a deal to get a sizable, one-time rebate from Indianapolis Power & Light Co.
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Landlord holds key to Twin Aire neighborhood transformation
Chicago-based Mer Car Corp. owns the 95,700-square-foot strip center anchored by a Kroger, where Southeastern and English avenues meet, just west of where the justice center is set to be built.
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Busiest bus routes to get more frequent service sooner
The Indianapolis Public Transportation Corp. plans to add more night and weekend service on its two busiest routes, plus a handful of others, starting Feb. 11.
Read MoreWas $115M Anthem settlement deft lawyering or dud?
Class action lawyers who negotiated a $115 million settlement with the insurance giant over its 2015 data breach are seeking $38 million in attorney's fees.
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Indy council president Lewis ousted in ‘coup’ by pastor facing sexual misconduct allegation
Five Democrats joined nine Republicans on the council to propel Stephen Clay over the finish line for the body’s top leadership post.
Read MoreNearly a dozen Indiana communities sue opioid industry in new flurry of suits
A wide array of cities, towns and counties are blaming opioid makers and distributors for flooding their communities with addictive painkillers.
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Artist Noel upgrades Zionsville landmark in hopes of making it more marketable
She has listed the historic church building since 2015, originally for $1.85 million, but has dropped the asking price to $1.59 million as she finishes a second round of renovations.
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Will bull market continue through 2018? Financial pros weigh in
As 2018 gets under way, investors are wondering whether the good times will continue to roll. Some financial pros are optimistic, thanks to the economy’s robust growth and the anticipated stimulative effects of the GOP’s newly passed tax-reform plan.
Read MoreHALSTEAD: What businesses should know about new tax law
It will take years to get the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 all sorted out, but here’s some of what we know now.
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EDITORIAL: Governor should take lead on redistricting
A state that counts talent retention and attraction among its biggest challenges can’t afford to ignore the long-term consequences of a system that invites voter apathy.
Read MoreMORRIS: Allow death with dignity in Indiana
We help our four-legged friends slip away peacefully. Why do we insist that humans suffer?
Read MoreGUY: When scholarships are like ear muffs
In the context of annual higher education expenses of $15,000 to $60,000, these grants represent little more than lunch money and minor relief for parents.
Read MoreSMITH: Demystifying university endowments
To ensure donor endowment gifts generate income that keeps up with inflation, we do not spend all the investment returns each year.
Read MoreFEIGENBAUM: Political veteran Gard keeps focus on public interest
Former state Sen. Beverly Gard has been deftly wrangling her former colleagues as she leads a commission considering changes in the state’s alcohol laws.
Read MoreKIM: Focus on the ‘signal,’ ignore the ‘noise’
Headlines and talking heads are noise to be ignored.
Read MoreBOHANON & CUROTT: Think twice about biting on digital Bitcoin
Bitcoin is a speculative asset. People demand bitcoins today because they expect someone will pay a higher price tomorrow. We have seen this movie before.
Read MoreLETTER: Prioritize kids in budget
Indiana’s children are the victims here, and as a member of the State Budget Committee, I have called on DCS and the Budget Agency to explain what is going on.
Read MoreLETTER: Reduce distracted driving
People who text are 23 times more likely to crash than others.
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Local agricultural giant JBS United changing its name
One of the Indianapolis-area’s largest private companies is taking on a different name to better reflect its mission in livestock health.
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Allegiant adding nonstop flights to Sarasota, Charleston
The Sarasota service, which will operate year-round, begins April 11. The Charleston service, which begins April 6, will run seasonally from Easter to October or November.
Read MoreOregon-based maker of premixed cocktails moving to Indy, creating up to 51 jobs
Blue Marble Cocktails and Spirits is spending more than $9 million to relocate its headquarters and establish manufacturing locally. It plans to create annual capacity to produce three million, 24-can cases of its cocktails, which range from Cinnamon Toast to Bloody Mary.
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British retailer boosts Finish Line stake to 35 percent
Sports Direct International again has increased its holdings in the Indianapolis-based athletic shoe and apparel retailer.
Read MoreBill proposes faculty grants as way to ease nursing shortage
Senate Bill 28 would offer grants of $5,000 a year to eligible instructors at Indiana nursing programs, with a lifetime cap of $25,000.
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