Funding about to expire for IndyGo’s north-suburban routes
The luxury coach routes from downtown to Fishers and Carmel were launched three years ago and have been popular among suburban commuters.
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Newsweek notes safety record of Carmel’s roundabouts
Carmel leads the nation in revamping intersections and has seen an 80-percent drop in injury accidents as a result, the magazine noted.
United Way steps in to help Morgan County’s flood repair
The grant came from a $45 million pool created by Lilly Endowment Inc. in 2008.
Coordinating Lilly ‘Day of Service’ a major undertaking
Getting 8,500 volunteers to where they're supposed to be along Interstate 70 relies on a system of color-coded passes. By 6 p.m. Thursday, they'll have planted 1,600 trees and 72,000 shrubs and perennials (with photo gallery).
Grocery distributor to create 100 jobs in Bloomington
State economic development officials on Wednesday announced food distributor Nash Finch Co.’s plans to open a Bloomington warehouse and hire 100 workers, formalizing a commitment the Minnesota-based firm made this summer.
Plans for moving Greenwood airport put on hold
A slump in business travel has left the Greenwood Municipal Airport unable to attract the additional jet traffic it needs to have a chance at federal money for an expansion project.
Republic’s big moves pay off, but rival airline’s deal poses threat
Republic Airways Holdings not only beat analysts’ second-quarter estimates this year, but also posted a profit. But just weeks after the new player in scheduled service announced those solid results, arch-enemy Southwest Airlines announced it was buying AirTran for $1 billion.
Designated driver service coming to Indianapolis
Leave it to a couple of recent college grads to make money off of driving home the liquored-up.
Critics of parking proposal question $500,000 penalty
City leaders argue the termination fee would be paid only if the city breaks the 50-year agreement after the City-County Council signs off on the deal, not if the contract doesn’t win approval.
Southwest Airlines to buy AirTran for $1.4B
Dallas-based Southwest Airlines would bump Delta Air Lines from top carrier spot at Indianapolis International Airport when it acquires Orlando-based-based AirTran in a deal announced Monday. Southwest/AirTran would have about 33 percent of the Indianapolis market, airport officials said.
Report: Indiana infrastructure needs billions in work
The report by the Indiana section of the American Society of Civil Engineers gave Indiana a D+ in its first report card on the state’s infrastructure. That’s slightly better than the D grade given nationally.
Reopening set for Moscow covered bridge
Organizers are planning a weekend ceremony to dedicate a rebuilt covered bridge in central Indiana that was destroyed by a tornado more than two years ago.
Feds extend I-69 environmental study comment period
The Indiana Department of Transportation says the Federal Highway Administration has extended the comment period affecting Section 4 of the project for 30 days until Oct. 28.
Republic Airways CEO going ‘Undercover’
Bryan Bedford, CEO, president and chairman of Indianapolis-based Republic Airways, will appear in an episode of “Undercover Boss” this season, CBS-TV announced.
Franklin calls off deal to land brewery plant
The Franklin Redevelopment Commission decided Thursday to call off the deal because TailGate Beer of San Diego failed to respond to a deadline to provide detailed financial information.
Lacy company takes stake in Oregon logistics firm
LDI Ltd. has acquired a majority position in Portland-based Oregon International Air Freight Co.
IPL identifies locations for electric car charging stations
The utility plans an aggressive rollout of charging stations with the imminent arrival of electric cars, such as the Nissan Leaf, due in showrooms this December.
Airport chief out of running for Atlanta job
John Clark III, executive director of the Indianapolis Airport Authority, has withdrawn his name from consideration for the top position at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest airport.
Downtown merchants want parking plan revoked
About 80 downtown business owners and employees have signed a petition urging Republican Mayor Greg Ballard’s administration to nix major plans to revamp metered parking in Indianapolis.
Indy airport boss remains on list for Atlanta job
John Clark III, executive director of the Indianapolis Airport Authority, is one of three finalists for the top position at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world's busiest airport. Officials have made their pick, but won’t identify their selection.