Children’s Museum of Indianapolis lures near-record attendance
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis experienced its second-highest yearly attendance mark in 2016 as membership rose to record levels, the museum announced Tuesday.
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Allegiant’s latest Indy expansion brings city’s first nonstop Austin route
The low-cost airline in May will launch service to Austin and to Destin-Fort Walton Beach in Florida, with introductory fares to both destinations starting at about $60.
HHGregg expecting major drop in sales in latest quarter
HHGregg released preliminary sales results for its latest quarter Monday after the market closed. Shares fell 24 percent in after-hours trading, to $1 each, after closing at $1.31.
Bose Public Affairs picks up another former state official
The former leader of the Indiana National Guard will be a senior policy adviser working in the Indianapolis and Washington, D.C., offices.
Co-working company buys downtown’s Circle Tower
Level Office said it plans to devote part of the building to membership-based co-working space with private offices and communal lounge areas, an espresso bar, 500-megabits-per-second fiber internet and local beer on tap.
Greenwood pays $1M for downtown middle school property
The city bought the 19-acre site that officials think will be a big draw for further development in the area.
EDITORIAL: Ideology shouldn’t trump safety
We’re not sure what’s scarier—that Pence would choose deregulation at the expense of Hoosiers’ safety or that he’s pared state agencies down so far that there isn’t the staff available to handle what are basic duties of government.
Emmis revenue falls, but profit rises on sale of Texas Monthly
Emmis Communications Corp. on Thursday announced quarterly results that “disappointed” CEO Jeff Smulyan.
Indy airport to offer seasonal nonstop flights to San Diego
The Indianapolis Airport Authority said more news about nonstop flights to the western United States “could be just days away.”
Popular Chicago-area chain Portillo’s plans Fishers location
The chain, known for its Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago-style hot dogs, has begun recruiting managers for a Fishers location that it says will open this year.
Local Macy’s, Sears stores escape new round of closures
Macy’s on Wednesday announced plans to close 68 of its department stores and eliminate 10,000 jobs. Sears Holdings, meanwhile, is closing 108 Kmart stores and 42 Sears department stores.
Pence extends minimum energy standards for buildings
The outgoing governor was set to let the rules expire on Jan. 1. A Department of Homeland Security spokesman says new outdoor stage rules are also in the works.
Allegion acquires Tennessee-based Republic Doors & Frames
Republic, which makes hollow metal doors and frames, had sales of $20 million in 2015.
Longtime Indiana Avenue bar, restaurant closing
Bourbon Street Distillery at 361 Indiana Ave. will serve its last customers on Friday, after 15 years in business.
Ex-state commerce secretary takes job with Bose McKinney
Outgoing Gov. Mike Pence appointed Victor Smith to serve as the state’s secretary of commerce in January 2013.
Sports apparel maker planning to add 192 workers at local plant
BSN Sports LLC plans to spend $2.4 million to improve its sportswear production facility on the city’s northwest side.
RV maker to add 425 jobs in LaGrange County
Forest River Manufacturing is purchasing four buildings in LaGrange, with the first in operations this month.
WTHR reporter says he’s leaving journalism
Jeremy Brilliant came to the station a decade ago.
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