Latest Blogs
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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
Schumachers to keep Indians stock within family
Despite Max Schumacher’s retirement from daily leadership of the Indianapolis Indians, his family vows to maintain control of his ownership shares. That should be a relief to downtown stakeholders.
Massive racing industry expo growing, pondering expansion to Lucas Oil Stadium
The Performance Racing Industry Show has boosted its presence this year to use nearly every square inch of the Indiana Convention Center. As the event approaches the economic impact of Gen Con, organizers are looking for more space to grow.
After missing mark in first TV ads, Luck on target with latest TD Ameritrade spot
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is simply not funny in TV commercials. He and his handlers finally might have realized that.
Zak Brown named executive director for McLaren F1 team
Zak Brown, who built Zionsville-based Just Marketing International into a global motorsports marketing powerhouse, is a key hire in the restructuring of McLaren’s sputtering Formula One team.
NCAA sponsorship deal with pizzeria to kick off in Terre Hut
The NCAA has scored a new sponsor to champion a wide swath of athletics with stunts, events and live social media coverage. The deal starts this weekend at the NCAA’s cross country championships.
Just Marketing racing into 2017 with two sponsorship deals
Zionsville-based Just Marketing International recently signed a deal to usher a toolmaker into NASCAR and another to increase the presence of an appliance and electronics retailer in IndyCar.
Indy museum’s quest for artifacts led to lobbying for Super Bowl
When John Vanausdall took the job as Eiteljorg CEO 20 years ago, he never imagined it would lead to him trying to persuade an NFL team owner to support Indianapolis’ Super Bowl bid.
New Pacers license plate to benefit team’s charitable foundation
The Indiana Pacers are the latest of the city’s pro sports teams to offer fans a specialty license plate through the Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
Andretti partners with Butterball, Kroger for turkey giveaway
With Thanksgiving approaching, Andretti Autosport and Ryan Hunter-Reay teamed up with two of its sponsors to give away 500 turkeys to central Indiana families in need.
Indy Eleven revamps season ticket packages after attendance dip
Some season ticket holders told team officials they wanted bigger discounts over single-game prices. Meanwhile, the team continues to discuss options for a new stadium with state lawmakers.
Indy Eleven planning for 2017 despite league defections, questions
Indy Eleven owner Ersal Ozdemir remains bullish on the North American Soccer League despite the defection of two of its teams to the rival United Soccer League this week. The team is putting 2017 season tickets on sale Friday.
Pacers ink deal that makes Southwest the team’s official airline
The Indiana Pacers on Wednesday announced a sponsorship deal with Southwest Airlines that could bring the team more national exposure.
Colts followers do well in ranking of most die-hard fans in NFL
A report shows Colts fans are among the most avid in the NFL, only trailing fans in Chicago, Dallas, Philadelphia, New York and San Francisco.
Purdue’s deal with karting group could grow Speedway event
Purdue racing gurus are hopeful the affiliation with the World Karting Association can hasten the development of a professional electric kart racing circuit.
Indians promote two sales aces to assistant general manager
The AAA minor league baseball team has elevated two employees responsible for major boosts in sponsorship and ticket sales. Those gains have helped the team continue its streak of profitability.
Indy video production firm continues growth spurt, signs deal with Pac-12
Once devoted to local racing and the Pacers, IMS Productions has branched out to more than 70 clients. Its Pac-12 deal includes broadcast duties on nearly 100 events this season.
NBA jersey ads proving to be tough sell
More than six months ago, the NBA announced its 30 teams could sell a 2.5-square-inch advertising patch on their players’ jerseys. Only one team has so far made the sale.
Mini-Marathon training races to make leap downtown next year
The 500 Festival Miler Series will relocate its start and finish lines from White River State Park to Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The more centralized location could help the series grow.