Coal-gasification plant price tag climbs to $2.5 billion
Duke Energy Corp. said the cost of the plant it’s building in southwestern Indiana has risen another $150 million.
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State names signature wine
The Indiana Wine Grape Council and state officials say it’s Traminette, a fragrant and floral white wine from grapes that
flourish in Indiana’s climate.
Carmel performing arts center opening delayed until 2011
The new concert hall that is the centerpiece of a $150 million arts center in suburban Indianapolis will open a few months
later than expected after work was suspended over the summer because of roof problems.
U. S. home sales hit highest level since early 2007
The National Association of Realtors said Monday that home resales rose 10.1 percent in October, spurred by a tax credit that
buyers
expected to expire at the end of the month.
Duke Realty renews credit agreement
The renewed credit deal was extended for two years and includes an option to boost the value to $1.05 billion.
Rising unemployment taxes could hinder hiring
The number of people claiming jobless aid has tripled since the recession began. The demand has drained the funds that many
states use to pay jobless claims. Nearly half the states, including Indiana, are borrowing from the federal government.
College building boom puts Indiana in tough situation
The state has approved more than $1 billion in university projects in the last 18 months.
Purdue plans ahead for possible $70M shortfall
Purdue has already cut positions and withheld pay increases. Now the school is starting to plan for long-term ways to operate
in a slumping economy.
Knight to headline Indiana hall event
The former Hoosiers coach will speak at a Dec. 17 fundraiser in Indianapolis to benefit the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame.
Group to rally for saving parts of current health care system
Doctors for Patient Care says doctors and patients need to get involved in the current debate over health care to preserve the good qualities of the current health care system while fixing its problems.
Kentucky governor thinks chances slim for Harley plant
Earlier this year, the company eliminated Shelby County in Indiana from contention for the manufacturing facility.
Computer woes slow air traffic across the nation
The Federal Aviation Administration said the problem was fixed about 10 a.m. Thursday, but it was unclear how long flights would continue to be delayed. Dozens of flights to Indianapolis International Airport have been affected.
Home-construction starts, permits plunge unexpectedly
The Commerce Department said Wednesday that construction of new homes and apartments fell 10.6 percent in October, to the
lowest level since April.
Holiday World auctioning off surplus
A southern Indiana amusement park plans to auction off hundreds of surplus items this weekend, including an antique circus
trunks and bumper boats.
Heartland RV plans hiring 400 in northern Indiana
Recreational vehicle company says orders for its towable recreational vehicles have increased since Oct. 1.
Vonage to settle investigation involving 32 states
Internet phone service provider Vonage Holdings Corp. will pay $3 million to 32 states, including Indiana, and provide refunds
to affected customers.
Job prospects drawing more students to ag schools
Enrollment in bachelor’s degree programs in agriculture across the country grew by 21.8 percent from 2005 to 2008. Purdue
University has 2,575 ag students this fall, up 40 from last year.
Indiana seeks $250M in stimulus cash for schools
The state has altered some education rules to get in line with the federal Department of Education’s $4 billion “Race to the
Top” grant program.
October retail sales rise slightly, beat predictions
Retail sales rose more than expected in October due largely to a big rebound in auto sales. But broader consumer spending
remains under pressure.
GM reports $1.2B loss, says it shows progress
General Motors Co. said Monday it lost $1.2 billion from the time it left bankruptcy protection through Sept. 30, far better
than it has reported in previous quarters and a sign that the auto giant is starting to turn around its business.