Mega-warehouse technology subject of Aug. 1 expo
The Indy Warehouse Automation Expo will showcase new generation of scanners, cameras and radio frequency ID technology.
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Auto parts manufacturer plans 325 jobs in Anderson
Automobile parts supplier Greenville Technology Inc. plans to open a $21.4 million plant in Anderson, creating 325 jobs by 2016, economic development officials announced Tuesday morning.
Positron moving $65M project from Noblesville to Gary
A troubled central Indiana nuclear medicine company is dropping plans to build a multimillion-dollar facility in Noblesville after reaching a better deal with the city of Gary.
Report: Purdue ex-president Cordova to get $500K bonus
Former Purdue University President France Cordova is getting nearly $500,000 and reaping other financial benefits under a separation agreement approved by the school's board of trustees.
Mudathlon makes a splash as obstacle course races grow
A 3-year-old Westfield has taken advantage of the adventure-race trend by staging Mudathlons–obstacle courses conducted in the mud. More than 12,000 people were expected to participate in Mudathlon’s four races this summer, up from about 2,000 at the company’s first two races in 2010.
Six banks that owe Treasury walk TARP tightrope
Six of the 17 Indiana banks that relied on the federal government to shore up their balance sheets in the recession have yet to repay, and the U.S. Treasury isn’t going to wait forever.
Chrysler seeks $2.5M utility deposit from Duke Energy Indiana
The automaker is asking the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to look into its dispute with Duke Energy—and order the utility to return a deposit it required to keep the power on at Chrysler's Kokomo plants.
Manufacturer growing Shelby County plant
California-based manufacturer DrillingWorld plans to expand its operations in Shelbyville, adding as many as 30 jobs by 2015.
State delays expanding water shortage warning
Indiana officials on Thursday decided against expanding a water shortage warning even though more than 80 percent of the state is in a severe drought.
Golf courses scramble to weather lack of rain
PGA officials are keeping their eyes on Carmel's Crooked Stick as the BMW Championship approaches. And groundskeepers are using some high-tech tactics to avoid the withering effects of drought.
Businesses move, close for U.S. 31 transformation
The 13-mile, $600 million upgrade of U.S. 31 that carves through some of Hamilton County’s fastest-growing suburbs is a temporary inconvenience to motorists, but for some business owners it’s a life—or livelihood—altering event.
Carmel veterinarian opening animal hospital near Mass Ave
Woodland Animal Hospital owner will take former bookstore space in Chatham Arch neighborhood.
Honda West negotiating to open Fishers dealership
It’s not clear if the car dealer would leave its long-time home on West 38th Street.
Cousin wins minor damages in Mike’s Carwash lawsuit
A Hamilton County judge has ruled that a former co-owner of Mike’s Carwash Inc. receive just $140,000 in damages in a civil case that sought close to $30 million.
Heartland Bancshares approves acquisition by Horizon
The deal, effective July 17, will give the Michigan City bank its first presence in Central Indiana.
Drought deals blow to ethanol industry
Indiana’s 13 plants distilling the automotive fuel ethanol could soon be sputtering as drought dries up the supply and boosts the price of corn, their main ingredient.
UPDATE: BrightPoint sale follows tough stretch for firm
Given the soft cell phone market and Brightpoint’s recent struggles, a sale to California-based Ingram Micro for about $840 million makes sense, analysts say. The two companies announced the acquisition early Monday morning.
Performing arts center’s new chief to chase donations
Tania Castroverde Moskalenko, incoming CEO of The Center for the Performing Arts, turned a $500,000 deficit into a $300,000 surplus at her current organization in Tennessee. The 18-month-old Carmel center’s budget is almost seven times larger.
State scrubs contractor-financing plan for U.S. 31
INDOT still plans to complete project three years sooner with traditional financing.
Indiana leads region in income growth
The first-quarter report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics put Indiana on par with national growth and ahead of surrounding states.