Indiana casino cuts 80 jobs, blames economy
A northwestern Indiana casino is blaming the economy and increased competition for its decision to lay off about 80 workers.
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HETRICK: Moving on and starting over in life, art and politics
From election night to the IRT stage, lessons abound.
DINING: Dog days aren’t over at new Michigan Road eatery
Second in a month-long series of keep-it-simple restaurants. This week: Chicago Hot Dog Co.
LOU’S VIEWS: God is in the details
At the IMA, an Islamic art show holds glorious surprises.
BENNER: Big Ten hoops begin, but eyes are still on football mess
At media day, four out of five questions dealt with gridiron mess.
Music education group to remain in city through 2023
Indianapolis-based not-for-profit Music for All, which puts on the annual Bands of America competition, announced Thursday that it plans to keep its headquarters and events in Indianapolis through 2023.
Gilchrist & Soames enjoying sweet smell of success
Plainfield-based company provides its soaps and shampoos to world’s most prestigious hotels.
Big Easy bests Indy in all but promo costs and visitors
A comparison of Indianapolis and New Orleans as tourism and convention cities.
MELANGTON: When it comes to sports, strike while the iron is hot
In many ways, our schedule of events defines Indiana Sports Corp. That—along with our youth initiatives that will touch 185,000 young people throughout Indiana this year—is what separates us from our competitors in 500 other markets throughout our country.
Potential visitors eye Indianapolis attractions
Focus groups in Chicago, Louisville and St. Louis reacted strongly to photos of local tourism offerings like the Central Canal and the Artsgarden.
Ticket giveaway: Cake Boss Live
Buddy Balastro brings his holiday show to the Murat Theatre.
You-review-it Monday
So did you visit a Spirit & Place event? Catch the world premiere at the IRT? Hear Jane Monheit with the ISO?
BENNER: Buy Carl Erskine’s book—and help people like Jimmy
The short-but-sweet treasure features insights, recollections and photos.
COTA: Evernote aims to be Google for your brain
Evernote stores meeting and class notes, voice memos, web pages, photos, receipts and more.
DINING: New independent burger joint adds punch to downtown
First in a month-long series of reviews of keep-it-simple restaurants. This week: Punch Burger.
LOU’S VIEWS: Michael Feinstein shines in book on the brothers Gershwin
For me, the highlights of any Michael Feinstein concert come in between the numbers, when the cabaret and concert star—and artistic director of the Center for the Performing Arts—shares anecdotes and insight about the composer and lyricists who crafted the tunes. His storytelling style translates nicely to the printed page.
Judge approves Shelbyville racino sale to Centaur
A bankruptcy court judge has approved Centaur Holdings LLC's purchase of the Indiana Grand racetrack and casino in Shelbyville for $500 million. The deal still requires regulatory approvals.
Ticket giveaway: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Two winners will go out this time, one for “Spanish Seductions” and the other for “West Side Story.”