MAY 22-28, 2017
In 2006, when Sun Capital Partners bought Marsh Supermarkets, the bet looked risky at best. Scott Olson explains why some experts believe it was doomed from the start. Also in this issue, John Russell sheds light on Eli Lilly and Co.’s choice to lead its lobbying efforts in Washington, D.C. And in Focus, Hayleigh Colombo asks whether Purdue University’s lengthening tuition freeze is affecting the quality of its education.
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Lilly hires ‘powerhouse’ D.C. lobbyist
Leigh Ann Pusey will join Eli Lilly and Co. next month as senior vice president for corporate affairs and communications.
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Coalition to craft splashy vision for White River development
A coalition of government, business and community groups is posing a big question: How can Indianapolis and surrounding counties best capitalize on the White River?
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Racing spinoffs feed local economy
Several businesses launched by entrepreneurs who honed their skills in the racing arena are in high-gear growth mode.
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Experts: Marsh purchase doomed from start
In 2006, when Sun Capital Partners bought Marsh Supermarkets, the bet looked risky at best.
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Competing interests debate future of Nickel Plate Railroad
The fate of the historic Nickel Plate Railroad could be decided this summer—but there’s no consensus on what the corridor should look like or on the impact or costs of projects.
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Sale of HHGregg name could lead to brand’s resurrection
HHGregg Inc. will be history once the Indianapolis-based appliance and electronics chain wraps up store-closing sales at the last of its 220 locations this spring. Or will it?
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Real estate crowdfunding firm graduates to first apartment property
A local startup with about 100 investors is making bigger acquisitions by progressing from rental homes to apartments, starting with a complex in Garfield Park.
Read MoreSpeak Easy targets artists with Tube Factory venture
The not-for-profit co-working organization is using a new grant to fund “Arts and Entrepreneurship” programming, and it’s opening an outpost at the arts-focused Tube Factory.
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How long can Purdue’s tuition freeze last?
President Mitch Daniels said he didn’t think the school could keep tuition costs down as long as it has and he’s disappointed other colleges haven’t followed suit.
Read MoreLocal charter network to buy vacant IPS elementary school for $1
Tindley Summit Academy will move this fall to the IPS School 98 campus, which was available for next to nothing under a rarely used state law.
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MAURER: Now I know how Rip Van Winkle felt
A year away from writing this column turned into an eternity in politics, sports
Read MoreJOHNSON: Closing the Statehouse ‘millennial’ gap
Hoosier millennials take one glance at the latest from the Statehouse and think: Why bother? The Indiana General Assembly’s work product is a result of policy priorities that wouldn’t be out of place on the set of “Happy Days.”
Read MoreLARAMORE: Civil legal aid good for business and poor
We need to stand up for the belief of justice for all, not just for those who can afford it.
Read MoreKIM: We all should heed advice from retired Navy SEAL
Making your bed will also reinforce the fact that little things in life matter. If you can’t do the little things right, you will never do the big things right.
Read MoreBOHANON & STYRING: All this health care rhetoric is bad for our health
If society is determined to help those with expensive medical problems, the way to do it is … well, by helping those with expensive medical problems.
Read MoreLegislature should consider liquor change
A popular saying among jurists declares, “The law should remain stable but never stand still.” Regarding an adherence to principles while also embracing innovation, this saying applies to businesses as well. My wife and I founded Ricker’s Oil Co. in our home in 1979. Like most small business owners, we had modest dreams and all […]
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Most Indianapolis 500 drivers insured against the unspeakable
At least half of the drivers in the Indianapolis 500 field get their life insurance from the same Indianapolis-based insurance agency.
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Central Indiana home builders see another uptick in demand
Filings for new homes in central Indiana rose 3 percent in April—marking the 20th monthly increase in demand over the last 24 months.
Read MoreFast-casual eatery chain planning north-side location, six more in Indy
Founded in 2015, the New York-based chain featuring bowls of greens, grains and bone broths is in the midst of a major expansion calling for hundreds of locations.
Read MoreCNO Financial CEO Bonach to retire at year’s end
The Carmel-based insurance holding company has selected its president, Gary Bhojwani, to succeed Ed Bonach, who has has held the top spot since 2011.
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