MARCH 21-27, 2011
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Convictions likely in federal Fair Finance case
Defense attorneys representing indicted businessman Tim Durham and two other executives tied to bankrupt Fair Finance Co. could have a hard time convincing a jury to find them innocent. Federal prosecutors won 94.1 percent of their cases in 2009.
Read MoreDesign flaws, defects stack up at 2-year-old airport terminal
Since opening in late 2008, the midfield terminal and related structures at Indianapolis International Airport have required more than $2.5 million in fixes—not counting last month’s collapse of a canopy above the parking garage.
Read MoreFoundation defends risky, stock-heavy strategy
The Health Foundation of Greater Indianapolis is an aggressive supporter of charities that serve people with HIV and AIDS, but that aggression—in the form of a risky investment strategy and big payouts—almost led to its demise.
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Practical IT firm Formstack a quiet success
Formstack, the Indianapolis-based drag-and-drop form builder software firm, isn’t flashy like its California social-media-site sister Formspring, but it’s intensely practical for organizations needing contact forms, order forms and other online business tools.
Read MoreFountain Square staple Peppy Grill thrives on independence
The sign behind the counter at the we-never-close greasy spoon sums up its distinct personality: “Cows may come and cows may go, but the bull in this place goes on forever.”
Read MoreResearch jobs could flow from Purdue quad
Purdue University officials and others connected with the life sciences in Indiana say the planned $164 million Life and Health Sciences Quadrangle at the West Lafayette campus will mean high-paying jobs, retention of highly skilled scientists, and researchers who might well have left the state for either coast.
Read MorePlastics specialist Genesis plays to eco-conscious market
Fortville manufacturer plans $3.3 million expansion
Read MoreRetail/office building planned for site at Fort Ben
Speculative development is almost unheard of these days, but the Fort Harrison Reuse Authority is taking the plunge.
Read MoreHome builder Estridge promises to finish homes, fight on
Paul Estridge Jr. says he’s in talks with three investors who are interested in keeping his company in business.
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Hospital systems adopt Starbucks-style service
Indiana University Health is the latest system to drill employees ranging from clerks to physicians in how to treat patients.
Read MoreIndianapolis couple offers seniors a senior housing alternative
Unusual home on south side has a dozen bedrooms for folks who need to give up their own homes.
Read MoreRATHKE: My saga of staying up to date on health care reform
Human resources used to be about payroll and benefits. Now it’s also about watching Congress.
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EDITORIAL: Democrats test public patience
The stalemate that sent Democrats across state lines more than four weeks ago started as a principled stand against a Republican overreach. But it’s the Democrats who will be remembered for overreaching.
Read MoreMAURER: The Indiana we’ve always wanted
My fellow Tea Party Republicans, I have an idea. Let’s enact legislation requiring immigrants and homosexuals to wear purple hats. What difference does it make if we precipitate an economic disaster?
Read MoreMARCUS: Opposing ideas need not demand respect
Failure to cooperate with an unethical power is a commendable ethical stand.
Read MoreWILLIAMS: What is the IU name worth to us?
Who has the right to give away a state asset, as the IU name is, for what reasons and under what terms?
Read MoreSKARBECK: Japan’s rebuilding effort offers bargain opportunities
Economically, the next couple of quarters will be tough for Japanese citizens. But we wouldn’t bet against their resolve to rebuild their country.
Read MoreHICKS: Education reform deserves bipartisan support
The goal of the legislation is to give public schools more incentives to improve.
Read MoreFEIGENBAUM: Thoughts turn to truncated state budget process
As the legislative standoff continued, those who were concerned about policy turned their attention to the budget process.
Read MoreSmoking laws are slippery slope
I finally have reached my breaking point and felt compelled to write a letter in response to last week’s editorial.
Read MoreWhat about worker safety?
Am I correct in reading this that the Republicans are the ones voting against a real smoking ban? This is a very hot button item for me.
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ExactTarget lands on Wall Street Journal list
The company, one of the city’s largest technology firms, is on the newspaper’s list of top 50 venture-funded firms.
Read MoreFeinstein works Carmel’s Palladium into national program
PBS film crews will be at the Palladium May 12 for “Michael Feinstein: The Sinatra Project.
Read MoreEconomist: U.S. recovery ‘turning a corner’
Manufacturing growth will continue to lead an economic recovery in the United States, predicted PNC Financial Services Group senior economist Robert Dye, in town Wednesday to deliver his forecast at Meridian Hills Country Club.
Read MoreCity looking for auctioneer to sell excess cars, equipment
A request for proposals was put out March 14 for the two-year auctioneer contract. Bids are due next month.
Read MoreDallas ad firm taps two ex-Marsh execs for Indy office
Ivie & Associates opens downtown Indianapolis office aimed at helping company continue double-digit growth.
Read MoreDow Agro thinks it has a winner
The Indianapolis-based company released more details this month about its Enlist Weed Control System, which would genetically modify corn, soybeans and cotton to be resistant to one of the most common weedkillers.
Read MorePROXY CORNER: Eli Lilly and Co.
Eli Lilly and Co., Lilly Corporate Center, Indianapolis, 46285 (www.lilly.com) discovers, develops, manufactures and sells pharmaceutical products for humans and animals.
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