IndyGo to resume fare collection Monday after installing shields
IndyGo temporarily suspended fare collections March 29 to reduce interaction aboard buses.
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Allison Transmission lands $162M government contract, cuts 272 jobs
The company, which shut down some of its production lines beginning March 30, said the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is forcing it to cut 272 jobs.
Self-storage firm installing solar panels at some local sites
Utah-based Extra Space Storage, the nation’s second-largest self-storage operator, plans to add the solar panels to five Indianapolis sites this year, and additional sites after that.
IndyGo in line for nearly $45 million in federal COVID-19 relief
IndyGo is among transit operators nationwide that will share $25 billion in federal aid as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act.
Allegion sees quarterly profit tumble due to COVID-19-related costs
The security-products maker, whose North American headquarters are in Carmel, exceeded analyst expectations despite a $96.3 million impairment charge because of COVID-19-related uncertainty.
Coronavirus restrictions delay local retail openings
Most business owners say they’ll be ready to open as soon as—or shortly after—coronavirus-related restrictions are lifted.
Chicago-style pizza chain Lou Malnati’s adding Broad Ripple, Carmel sites
Beloved in the Chicagoland area, the deep-dish chain confirmed to IBJ in March that it planned to enter the central Indiana market with several locations.
Allegion announces $30M in cost-cutting actions at non-U.S. locations
Ireland-based Allegion said it will take actions to streamline its business and cut costs. The company’s North American headquarters is in Carmel.
Scandinavian Designs furniture chain set to enter market
The California-based company has 38 stores in 10 states. Its planned Indianapolis location, at a former Toys “R” Us store near Castleton Square Mall, will be its first in the state.
Carryout just isn’t cutting it for many local restaurants
Some local restaurants trying to stay afloat without dine-in service report sales have plunged by two-thirds or more, raising questions about how much longer they’ll be able to survive.
IndyGo hires new project exec after chief planner for Red Line departs
Transportation engineer Jennifer Pyrz now will lead IndyGo’s capital plan projects, including its upcoming Purple Line and Blue Line bus rapid-transit projects.
Retail landlords weigh tenant-relief requests
Local landlords say they’re willing to offer relief to some of their retail tenants who’ve been hit hard by coronavirus-related closures—but the amount of relief, if any, varies depending on circumstances.
Allison Transmission halting production at some Indianapolis sites
Allison said it’s suspending some of its local production lines because the coronavirus outbreak has disrupted supply chains and weakened customer demand.
IndyGo to cut schedule, eliminate fares due to coronavirus
IndyGo says it’s cutting service because ridership has dropped as businesses have shut down or asked employees to work from home.
Sushi restaurant opens in former Milano Inn
The restaurant, part of Holladay Properties’ LaGrotte Square development, opened on the same day that a coronavirus-related prohibition on in-house restaurant dining took effect. The owners say they’ve seen good support from neighbors who have come for take-out orders in the restaurant’s first week.
Musk restaurant group closes Indy locations, won’t reopen one after virus scare
Upscale restaurant Hedge Row and the more casual Next Door both opened in Indianapolis in 2018. Both are part of The Kitchen Restaurant Group founded by Kimbal Musk.
Sahm’s turns downtown cafeteria into temporary meal delivery space
Fishers-based Sahm’s Restaurant Group has teamed up with OneAmerica Financial Partners Inc. and the not-for-profit food relief organization Second Helpings to launch a meal-preparation operation.
Local high-end restaurants adapting to in-house dining restrictions
Some are switching their menus to carryout-friendly fare and redeploying servers as delivery drivers.
Indianapolis library adds to digital collection amid outbreak demand
The library shut down all its physical locations at the end of the day Saturday. This, plus the fact that many patrons are home from work or school, has created a big bump in demand for digital materials.
Chicago-based pizza chain Lou Malnati’s coming to north side
The chain’s signature deep-dish pies are renowned in the Chicagoland area, where the company has 56 locations. A private equity firm took an ownership stake in 2016 to spur growth.