Nearly 80 expected to lose jobs at Comlux
Comlux America LLC has furloughed 79 of its employees and says it is "probable" those workers will be permanently laid off by the end of the month.
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Archiver’s chain closing all stores, including two in Indy
The closures will cost 21 local employees their jobs in mid-February.
Hurco sees drop in sales, profit in latest quarter
Sales dropped 4 percent in Europe, the company’s biggest market, to $32.3 million. North America sales fell 6 percent, to $16.7 million.
Lids parent plans ‘major’ jobs announcement
The Governor's office said it plans to make "a major economic development announcement" Friday morning "regarding hundreds of new jobs for Hoosiers" at the headquarters of Hat World Inc. in Indianapolis.
NFP of NOTE: Chimney Safety Institute of America
Foster public awareness of issues relating to chimney and venting performance and safety, and promote the education of associated professionals through technical training and certification opportunities.
EDITORIAL: Forge ahead with preschool
Gov. Mike Pence said last month that he wants to help young children from low-income homes start kindergarten “ready for a life of learning.” We applaud that goal, and ask the governor and General Assembly to craft voucher legislation that encourages the highest-quality preschools.
Thousands still without power amid bitter cold
Indianapolis-area power companies called in hundreds of out-of-town workers, many from out of state, to repair downed lines amid Monday’s record-setting cold. About 20,000 customers still lacked power late Monday.
T2 Systems snaps up Canadian software firm
Canada-based Digital Payment Technologies also focuses on parking applications.
Colts sell out playoff game, avoid TV blackout
Meijer Inc. purchased 1,200 remaining tickets to the game against the Kansas City Chiefs and plans to donate them to local military families, helping the Colts reach the sellout.
EDITORIAL: Jacobs bestowed valuable lessons
Had Andy Jacobs not fulfilled the duties of his congressional office so unusually during his nearly 30 years in the House, the outpouring of memories following his Dec. 29 death might have been more mundane.
IHS lands $690K grant for bicentennial education
The Indiana Historical Society has received a $690,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help develop educational resources tied to the state’s bicentennial celebration in 2016.
Pet show marks new territory
Indianapolis-based “Pet Pals TV” will be seen on three additional television stations, bringing the total to 14.
UPDATE: Colts get extension to avoid blackout
The Indianapolis Colts now have until 4:35 p.m. Friday to reach a sellout to ensure their playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs will be televised in central Indiana.
PROXY CORNER: Remy International Inc.
Remy International Inc. manufactures starters, alternators and electric motors for vehicles.
Citizens warns of higher home gas bills in January
The typical heating bill last January was $146.30, according to the utility. Next month, assuming normal temperatures, the bill will rise to $156.80.
Steak n Shake cooks up expansion plan for Saudi Arabia
The Indianapolis-based burger chain has growth plans far afield of its base of operations in the Midwest, intending to open 50 restaurants in the Middle Eastern country.