EDITORIAL: Instill common sense into alcohol laws
Lawmakers have an obligation to listen to their constituents and develop a system for selling alcohol that serves and protects Hoosiers’ interests first and foremost.
IBJ Staff
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Expected hot topics in the 2018 General Assembly
Lawmakers returning to the Statehouse in January for their 2018 session will face questions about alcohol, autonomous vehicles, hate crimes and more.
Revived Indianapolis Speedrome lands two title sponsors
The Indianapolis Speedrome, which enjoyed a comeback year in 2017 under new ownership, will undergo a name change after signing two sponsorship deals.
Indian engineering firm picks Columbus for 500-worker headquarters
A Bangalore-based engineering firm that announced plans in November to open a $10 million North American headquarters in Indiana has chosen Columbus for the facility, state officials announced Wednesday.
Miller finally comments on his City-County Council status
Indianapolis City-County Council member Jeff Miller has finally explained his reasons for remaining on the council—more than two weeks after he was charged with three felony counts of child molesting.
Symphony reports record ticket sales, balanced budget
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra experienced its fifth straight year of record ticket sales during the 2016-17 season while meeting budget projections for the fourth time in five years.
Lee & Associates lands real estate veteran
Rebecca Wells arrives from JLL to boost the firm’s capital markets team in the Midwest.
Two Zionsville companies to expand, add 72 employees
Both companies are expected to receive economic development incentives from the city of Zionsville and the state.
Fishers medical manufacturer with 69 employees plans closure
Hill-Rom Holdings Inc., which owns Tridien Medical, said it plans to begin eliminating employees Jan. 31 with terminations continuing until Sept. 30, when the facility will permanently close.
Brown’s biotech startup to hire 225, invest $16M in HQ
A company founded a year ago by prominent local tech entrepreneur Don Brown expects to pay average salaries of $156,000 a year in new space at the IU Emerging Technology Center.
Posh downtown restaurant in Alexander hotel closing at end of month
The owner announced on Friday that the Asian-inspired fine-dining establishment will stop serving on Dec. 31, after a five-year run in the CityWay development.
Cajun eatery in Fountain Square to close before Christmas
In a Facebook post, B’s Po Boy said it couldn’t maintain enough business year-round to stay open.
Holiday Wish List
Here is a list of Indianapolis-area not-for-profit organizations and the things each needs most. This is an opportunity for businesses and individuals to make tax-deductible gifts in the spirit of the season. Anyone who wishes to make a contribution should contact the organization directly.
Fishers tech firm plans $8M expansion, 68 high-wage jobs
The company said it will renovate and update equipment at its 10,000-square-foot facility at 9128 Technology Lane, west of the Interstate 69 and State Road 37 exit.
EDITORIAL: Downtown worth extra investment
While we support creating an EID and applaud Downtown Indy’s championing of the effort, we understand the reluctance of some property owners to support it until they get a clearer explanation of how the money would be used.
Business leader, philanthropist Andre Lacy dies at 78
Andre B. Lacy was known for his prolific work on corporate boards and as an active leader of several influential civic organizations. But he is likely to be best remembered for his recent philanthropy, which included a $25 million gift to Butler University’s college of business.
Radio giant Cumulus files for bankruptcy protection
The company, whose Indianapolis holdings include WFMS-FM 95.5 and WJJK-FM 104.5, said station operations will continue as normal as it seeks to shed more than $1 billion in debt.
Duke paying special dividend after $2.8B divestiture
The special payout will cost the company more than $302 million.
Plainfield industrial park adding 500,000 square feet
Construction is under way on two buildings totaling 500,000 square feet in the Metro Air Business Park in Plainfield and should be completed next spring.