Lebanon needs to find new water source to support more construction, mayor says
Without an additional source, Lebanon cannot currently offer water to companies and developers looking to build in the city who have not already reserved allocations.
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IEDC seeks to purchase 2,500 more acres in Boone County for LEAP project
The IEDC is asking the state committee to allow it to redirect $88 million that had been approved for a previous project and use it to acquire more land and make infrastructure improvements in the LEAP Lebanon Innovation District.
Whitestown councilor and former WRTV reporter Tanya Sumner dies at 53
Whitestown Town Manager Katie Barr said the community “lost a dedicated leader who will leave a void in all our hearts.”
Lilly’s huge expansion plan took place at record speed to reduce bottlenecks for Mounjaro, Zepbound
The company said the site footprint will not expand, but the company will fill in the property with more buildings and equipment. Manufacturing capacity will almost triple there.
Open Indiana House seats attract Republican challengers in northern suburbs
Two open Indiana House district seats in the northern suburbs feature contested Republican primary elections.
Lilly’s $3.7B manufacturing campus in Boone County starting to take shape
The company plans to develop at least 12 buildings totaling more than 1.6 million square feet. The project is expected to anchor the LEAP Research and Innovation District northwest of Lebanon.
Zionsville mayor prepares pitch for big development
John Stehr is planning a public outreach tour throughout Zionsville to explain his plan for a 160-acre, $250 million development south of the town’s quaint, historic downtown.
Zionsville plans 160-acre, $250M development south of historic village
Initial plans for the South Village include about 250 residential units; 500,000 square feet of office space, retail, dining and public plazas; and parks and nature trails.
Boone County considers 2-year moratorium on new solar, wind projects
The move would come as Virginia-based Hexagon Energy develops plans for a 3,000-acre solar farm north of Jamestown in western Boone County and Florida-based NextEra Energy Resources renews interest in building a solar farm near Zionsville.
Whitestown approves Katie Barr as new town manager
Barr, who most recently served as Whitestown’s deputy town manager of human resources, will take over the position previously held by former Town Manager Jason Lawson.
Gorton’s Seafood planning $89M production facility in Lebanon
The 110,000-square-foot facility is expected to employ 163 workers by 2029, Boone County and city officials announced Tuesday.
Lebanon fieldhouse hosting first tournaments following opening this month
The Farmers Bank Fieldhouse opened Feb. 9 and features eight basketball courts, 12 pickleball courts, one turf field and pitching and hitting tunnels.
Regional collaboration aims to lift city centers
A cooperative of central Indiana communities wants to expand the impact of Main Street via walkable districts to attract residents and boost innovative development.
Growing Boone County needs varied housing options, study says
The big questions are whether the county is ready for projected growth and how its communities need to prepare for the LEAP Research and Innovation District.
Zionsville looking for operator for municipal golf course
The town on Monday issued a request for proposals from companies interested in operating, managing and maintaining the Zionsville Golf Course
Developers planning 188-unit apartment project in Whitestown
Brown Capital Group and Strategic Capital Partners previously partnered to develop Greenview Apartments, a 216-unit development adjacent to the future site of The Grove.
Bill requiring IEDC to disclose large land purchases moves forward
Bill author Sen. Brian Buchanan, a Republican from Lebanon, said the legislation is intended to “streamline the process of economic development in Indiana by making sure all stakeholders are involved.”
Zionsville rejoins Boone County Economic Development Corp.
Mayor John Stehr said last year that one of his first objectives in office would be to relink the town and the Boone EDC.
Bills to regulate large water withdrawals in Indiana face uncertain fate
The legislation comes in response to a state proposal to withdraw as much as 100 million gallons of water per day from aquifers connected to the Wabash River for the LEAP Research & Innovation District in Boone County.
Whitestown junkyard redevelopment proposal to face test
Developer Milhaus’ latest plan for the first phase of Maurer Commons details a $64 million mixed-use development with a 125-room hotel, a 228-unit apartment complex and 75 for-rent town houses. Residents want a more recreation-focused plan.