WRTV up for sale
Station owner McGraw-Hill plans to sell its nine television stations, including the Indianapolis ABC affiliate. The impact on local operations is unclear.
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WTHR maintains ratings lead in local news
WTHR-TV Channel 13 retained its position during the May sweeps period as the most-watched station for news in central Indiana, earning top ratings among the four local television newscasters during eight of the 10 time slots in which it airs local news.
Indianapolis ad firm helps Sun King Brewing launch app
Brewery wants relevant platform for its social media outreach.
Startup aims to make online car shopping easier
The horrible experience John Kohlmeyer’s mother had trying to shop for a car online inspired him to create DriveVelocity, a company that not only overhauls dealer websites but also packages all their Web-based customer-relationship tools.
HHGregg gets ‘Help’ from Beatles to sell big screens
The Indianapolis-based retailer launched its first national advertising campaign using the tagline “We Help” and the Beatles song “Help!” as its soundtrack.
Teams scramble to please sponsors during race week
Andretti Autosport's purchase of an Indy 500 ride for bumped driver Ryan Hunter-Reay is an extreme example of the influence sponsors wield in the sport, but it's not unusual for motorsports teams to wheel and deal during race week.
MZD signs agency deal with Lucas Oil Raceway
Firm will handle advertising, marketing and digital promotions for the track formerly known as Indianapolis Raceway Park.
Venture capitalist eyeing seventh education documentary
Former CID Equity Partners exec Bob Compton spends most of his time these days on education documentaries, which have largely focused on what successful school systems do and how that might be applied in the United States.
IBM may add workers to Indiana call center
Economic development officials say IBM Corp. could add several hundred workers to a call center it operates near Anderson.
Pacers TV ratings increase even as attendance dips
Viewership for Pacers games on Fox Sports increased 35 percent this year over last, according to New York-based Nielsen Media Research.
Emmis reports smaller annual loss on higher revenue
The Indianapolis-based media company said an improving economy helped it cut its losses as revenue from radio operations grew 4.3 percent. Still, the company continues to struggle with a heavy debt load.
Event promoter Compton teams with high schools to raise money
Proceeds from tribute-band concerts go to athletic programs, music departments and other school offerings that have lost funding.
‘Survivor’ star looking for investors for casino game
Rupert Boneham has created a casino table game and is searching for investors to help market it. A portion of the game’s revenue will benefit his Indianapolis charity, Rupert’s Kids.
Delta unit Brizo partners with fashion designer Jason Wu
Luxury faucet brand and designer started working together in 2006.
IU Health name meets little resistance in Purdue country
Tippecanoe County residents may despise Indiana University sports teams, but they seem to have had no problem welcoming IU to their community to provide health care.
Long-time anchor Ahern coming back to local TV
Former WISH-TV Channel 8 anchorman starts hosting new interview show May 12.
IndyCar Series makes deal with popular Facebook game
Indianapolis Motor Speedway landmarks and the cars of 13 open-wheel drivers are being featured in a game with 8 million nationwide players.
WFYI sets on-air fundraising record
Public radio station WFYI will be comfortably ahead of its fundraising goal when an on-air drive wraps up Friday evening.
Changes to sports coverage part of strategy to revive WRTV
Larry Blackerby, the new general manager at WRTV-TV Channel 6, has replaced the station’s news director and sales manager as first steps in his bid to elevate the perennial ratings loser.
Economic Club of Indiana getting new manager
The Indiana Chamber of Commerce, which has overseen the Economic Club of Indiana for the last three and a half years, will end its relationship with the group after May's luncheon.