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Kim and Todd Saxton: Go for the gold! But maybe not every time.
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Q&A: What you need to know about the CDC’s new mask guidance
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Carmel distiller turns hand sanitizer pivot into a community fundraising platform
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Lebanon considering creating $13.7M in trails, green space for business park
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Local senior-living complex more than doubles assisted-living units in $5M expansion
Big East chief: Conference financially healthy, not looking to expand
Commissioner Val Ackerman talked with IBJ on Thursday about the potential growth of the Big East, what Butler brings to the conference, and a recent claim about bullying within the WNBA, a league she used to lead.
Indians taking swing at bringing MLB back to Victory Field
The Indianapolis Indians are in discussions with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds, among other teams. A big-league game last April sold out and scored $350,000 in revenue.
Indians, CIB discussing new seating options at Victory Field
Fans of the Indianapolis Indians this year will notice a massive new scoreboard, improved sound system and spiffier concession stands. Changes to seating are being considered for 2018 or 2019.
Indians’ Schumacher scores third Sagamore, repeats support for ‘Victory’
Even though Max Schumacher’s role with the team has diminished, he still has strong opinions about how the team should be run. Don’t expect a corporate name on Victory Field anytime soon.
IndyCar in hot pursuit of younger audience with new marketing strategy
The open-wheel racing series will spend up to half of its marketing budget this year on digital and social media, up from about 20 percent last season.
New study says Colts fans get off (relatively) cheap
Ticket-buying fans of the Indianapolis Colts pay less than fans cheering for 20 other NFL teams—and a whole lot less than the Chicago Bears.
Could an IndyCar-themed attraction be in downtown’s future?
Many convention visitors and business travelers staying downtown want to experience the IMS, but don’t necessarily want to travel the four miles or so west to the track to do so, said Visit Indy CEO Leonard Hoops.
NCAA offering early peek at top seeds for March Madness
The NCAA plans to use a February television program to detail how the potential top four seeds in each region are stacking up at that point in the season.
Hosting NBA All-Star Game not a financial slam-dunk for home team
While considering whether to put their headband in the ring for hosting the NBA All-Star Game, officials with the Indiana Pacers likely are weighing the significant costs that the home team must shoulder.
NCAA looks to overhaul March Madness selection, seeding process
NCAA officials on Friday are meeting in Indianapolis with some of the brightest minds in the world of college sports analytics to discuss potential changes to the often controversial process.
WNDE launching morning sports-talk show with Q95 personalities
“Flagrant Foul” will be the only live, local morning sports talk show in central Indiana.
Monumental Marathon organizers hope new format keeps race growing
Officials are taking a page from the playbook of the 500 Festival Mini Marathon in hopes of preserving the Monumental’s momentum.
Pacers sign sponsorship with local injury law firm
The deal includes in-stadium signage, radio broadcast ads and live in-game mentions, as well as sponsorship of the pre-game injury report.
Notre Dame out, Ball State in as IU’s foe at Victory Field
Over the past two years, the IU vs. Notre Dame game has been a big hit at Victory Field. But the Irish pulled out this year, leaving a hole in the lineup.
Anthem, Colts expect new wellness program to reach thousands
Blue Ticket to Health is modeled after a program Anthem launched with the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. But Anthem officials said the program will be much bigger in central Indiana.
IU’s Glass touts long-term commitment to Crossroads Classic, despite drawbacks
IU Athletic Director Fred Glass would have good reason to be conflicted about the Hoosiers’ participation in the all-Indiana hoops double-header, which is no doubt a boon for downtown Indianapolis and Butler.
New NFL Combine Experience expected to draw 100,000 fans to Indy
Tourism officials project that 40 percent of those attending the new fan-friendly event will come from outside Indiana. The attraction could score $2 million for downtown hotels and restaurants.
Pacers sign deal with Israeli tech firm to target player injuries
PhysiMax’s analysis should provide a sense of how likely Paul George’s explosive moves to the basket and Myles Turner’s shot-blocking feats are to cause injury.