Indianapolis Business Journal

AUGUST 16-22, 2010

This week, read about what museums along the Central Canal are doing to attract some of the passersby, and see how members of the SImon family made millions on a New Jersey development project.  Also, Greg Andrews takes a look at what the Fair Finance bankruptcy trustee is finding as he digs through the company's books. And in A&E, see what Lou and crew thought of the signature food at this year's Indiana State Fair—complete with a video tour.

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AUGUST 2-8, 2010

This week, see what impact the Brickyard 400's falling fortunes could have on the Indy Racing League and read about the tough road ahead for upstart automaker Bright Automotive. In Focus, check out what local bed-and-breakfasts have to say about the support they get from the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association. And in A&E, get Lou Harry's take on "A Funny Thing" that's happening at the Athenaeum.

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JULY 19-25, 2010

This week, read about why $33.5 million from the Capital Improvement Board won't solve all the Indiana Pacers' problems and see what Shelby County officials have planned for millions in tax revenue from Indiana Live casino. In Focus, check out what changes are in store for employers in the wake of health care reform. And in A&E, get Style columnist Gabrielle Poshadlo's take on making old stuff new again.

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JULY 5-11, 2010

This week, see who has invested $41 million in Steak n Shake parent Biglari Holdings in just two months and find out how central Indiana is positioning itself to become an electric vehicle powerhouse. In Focus, read about how health care reform is changing local firm Caregivers. Also, Return on Technology columnist Tim Altom shares how Google stole productivity from businesses by celebrating a birthday.

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JUNE 28-JULY 4, 2010

This week, find out the latest in the Fair Finance bankruptcy case and see how the city is doing at meeting Mayor Greg Ballard's mandate to do more business with veterans. In Focus, read about Buckingham Cos.' ambitious redevelopment project proposed for a downtown parking lot. And in A&E, Lou Harry shares 100 thoughts on the Indianapolis Museum of Art's new 100 Acres art and nature park.

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JUNE 7-13, 2010

This week, read about the U.S. Tennis Association's attempt to save some of IUPUI's courts from the wrecking ball and see what Bloomington's Campus Candy has planned for the coming years. Also, Greg Andrews takes a look at securities filings that shed light on the possibilities for Emmis Communications Corp. And in Focus, check out an urban farmer who's making hay in Indianapolis.

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MAY 24-30, 2010

This week, see why Habitat for Humanity officials are concerned about an uptick in home foreclosures and read about what real estate executives hope to learn in Las Vegas this month. In Focus, find out the pain small banks could experience as a results of new collateral rules for state deposits. And in A&E, see what Lou Harry thinks of  Fat Dan's Deli in Broad Ripple.

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MAY 17-23, 2010

This week, see what's next for Simon Property Group after its failed bid for a Chicago-based rival and read about IU's efforts to commercialize more of its research. In Focus, see what's on the horizon for rates at local law firms. And in A&E, etc., see what's on Style columnist Gabrielle Poshadlo's 2012 reading list.

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MAY 10-16, 2010

This week, find out more about Cunningham Restaurant Group, the Avon-based dining empire that is poised to open its 10th restaurant in a high-profile location downtown. In Focus, see how the Wishard Memorial Hospital project is breathing new life into the local construction industry. And check out what Christel DeHaan is selling to raise money for her not-for-profit education organization. Been anxiously awaiting Patachou spinoff Napolese? See what Lou Harry thinks about the pizzeria.

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APRIL 19-25, 2010

This week, find out what the Indiana Pacers would owe Indianapolis if the team's owners decide to move the franchise to another city and see what's next for the newly renamed Indiana Landmarks organization. In Focus, check out Carbon Motors' high-tech police car, which is chock full of bells and whistles--and take a walk around the prototype vehicle through an IBJ video. And in A&E, etc., Style columnist Gabrielle Poshadlo ruminates on designer knock-offs.

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