Hoosier Lottery mustered record profit for state in latest fiscal year
Sales of scratch-offs and a reduction in expenses helped offset a dip in sales for big-jackpot tickets.
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Northern Hamilton County hopes to cash in on tourism with new train excursions
Trains might be permanently stalled on the Nickel Plate Railroad in southern Hamilton County, but officials in the northern communities are embracing the idea of getting passenger trains moving.
Indiana governor to lead trade mission to Japan
Tthe trip is intended to strengthen relationships and encourage continued investment and trade with the state's largest foreign investor.
Wisconsin lawmakers pass $3B incentive deal for Foxconn
Economic development officials from Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas all vied for Foxconn’s attention before it wrapped up a deal with Wisconsin.
City to steer $500K into grocery development in low-income areas
The Hogsett administration plans to use federal grant funding to stimulate the development of one or more grocery stores and help eliminate food deserts.
U.S. demands big NAFTA changes, setting stage for tough talks
The United States won't settle for cosmetic changes to the North American Free Trade Agreement, the top U.S. trade negotiator said, as negotiations to rework terms of the pact began.
NBA star Jeff Teague opening local fitness center
Indianapolis native and former Indiana Pacer Jeff Teague and his family want the fitness and training facility to serve a range of athletes from children to professionals.
Amazon’s impact, influence grows in central Indiana
Seattle-based Amazon employs more than 9,000 full-time workers at its five Indiana fulfillment centers, four of which are in central Indiana—with plans to add more positions.
UPDATE: Judge orders Carmel to halt work on 96th Street roundabout project
The city of Carmel has been ordered by a Boone County judge to cease any work on its proposed 96th Street roundabout project, which is the subject of an ongoing land dispute with Indianapolis.
Wisconsin Senate leader says Foxconn votes may be lacking
The Taiwanese electronics giant could decide to go elsewhere for its first U.S. factory if the $3 billion package isn’t approved by Sept. 30.
Indiana Golf Office moving from Franklin to Indy, closing camp
The Indiana Golf Office has listed its Franklin property for $2.5 million and is hoping a move to Indianapolis can lead to more corporate partnerships.
Council panel votes to weaken ‘ban the box’ ordinance
Members of the Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee said they felt forced to approve a new measure as the result of a new state law.
Farm equipment maker calls off $12.5M Shelbyville project
Krone North America Inc. has canceled plans to move its headquarters from Tennessee to Shelby County, where it had been planning to hire 101 people.
Tech jobs announcements in 2017 already top total for all of last year
Technology firms accounted for nearly one-third of job commitments announced by the state so far this year, the highest share among all industries.
Indiana packaging plant Deufol Sunman to shed almost 250 employees
Packers, equipment operators, quality assurance technicians—and a host of other positions held by 243 people—will be eliminated by Sept. 30, according to a notice sent to the state.
Allegiant to open $40M aircraft base at Indianapolis International
The Las Vegas-based airline said the Indianapolis base will create 66 high-paying jobs and allow the company to offer more routes from Indianapolis in the future.
Developer of $37M downtown apartment project seeks new construction schedule
Investment Property Advisors needs the adjustment to still qualify for a property-tax abatement tied to a second phase to its 9 on Canal apartment project.
Topgolf planning to hire 500 for its Fishers location
The 65,000-square-foot golf attraction at the corner of 116th Street and Interstate 69 is slated to open this fall.
U.S. economy expanded at stronger 2.6 percent rate in second quarter
The U.S. economy revved up this spring after a weak start to the year, fueled by a surge in consumer spending.
Trump announces $10 billion Foxconn plant in Wisconsin
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that electronics giant Foxconn will build a $10 billion factory in Wisconsin that's expected to initially create 3,000 jobs, the largest economic development project in the state’s history.