Chicago-based Farmer’s Fridge coming to Indianapolis
The company sells fresh-made food via vending machines it calls “fridges.” It plans to deploy 18 machines here this month, with plans to add more over time.
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Shell of former gas station on cusp of Meridian-Kessler to become office building
Real estate agent and nearby resident Kelly Lavengood says she was inspired by other rehab projects in the area to buy and renovate the former Pure Oil gas station on 38th Street.
Nickel Plate Bar & Grill in Fishers to close this month
The iconic Fishers restaurant known for its giant pork tenderloin sandwiches and its historic downtown building is set to close later this month after 28 years in operation.
Bookstore chain with Castleton location closing all 170 stores
Nashville, Tennessee-based LifeWay Christian Resources plans to close all of its bookstores nationwide this year and operate online only.
Owner of fashion retailer with seven area stores considering sale
The parent of Ann Taylor and Lane Bryant is exploring options for its lower-priced women’s clothing chain, Dressbarn, according to people familiar with the matter.
Harrison Centre in Lawrence once again up for sale
The building, 9105 E. 56th St., anchors the 20-acre Harrison Commerce Park at Fort Harrison. The property has changed hands three times in the past eight years.
Roaming retailer Krieg Brothers Religious Supply finds unconventional home
After operating for decades downtown, the family-owned business is heading for its third location within the past two years—a carriage house in the Historic Meridian Park neighborhood.
Saraga to open expansive international grocery store near Castleton Square
The locally based international grocery store chain has acquired a long-vacant Target store in Castleton and the adjoining retail center.
Patachou Foundation cooking up new HQ
The space will allow the not-for-profit to provide more meals at the eight local schools it serves, plus add on-site job training for high-school students.
Hotel Tango preps for statewide push
The craft distiller’s products already are available at about 700 of the state’s 4,000 outlets licensed for retail alcohol sales, but company officials have far higher ambitions.
Cunningham Restaurant Group to open Rize restaurant at The Yard in Fishers
The second location of Rize will have twice the space as the original Rize at Ironworks Hotel in Indianapolis.
IBJ Podcast: He grew up in Sahm’s restaurants; now he’s expanding the business
Eddie Sahm talks to host Mason King about growing up in restaurants, his parents’ expectations for his career and how his skills differ from those of his father, Ed Sahm.
Aldi plans new store in former Marsh at north-side shopping center
The Germany-based discount grocery chain has leased about 22,000 square feet and will occupy a little more than a third of the former Marsh Supermarket space.
Hot exercise-equipment store coming to Indy
Peloton’s Fashion Mall store will be its first in the state. Also this week: Bentley’s Pet Stuff, At Home, Subway, Coffee Five and Healthies.
Father-son Sahm’s duo blazes trail to build 15-restaurant juggernaut
Sahm’s Restaurant Group focuses on filling underserved niches, making its customers happy with unpretentious food, and building deep connections with the neighborhoods in which it operates.
UPDATE: Shake Shack among slew of new restaurants set to land at Indianapolis airport
The airport’s board is set to vote Friday on concessions contracts for the burger chain and 11 other local and national airport newcomers. In all, the contracts cover 19 food and beverage spots.
Lumber Liquidators paying $33M to settle U.S. fraud charges
One of the biggest retailers of flooring products will pay to settle fraud charges by federal authorities who accused the company of falsely saying its Chinese-made laminate flooring met formaldehyde emissions standards.
District Tap gets needed approval to open downtown site
The District Tap is proceeding with plans to open a location at 141 S. Meridian St. after receiving approval to add a patio door on Georgia Street.
Home decor retailer with Carmel store files for bankruptcy
Los Angeles-based Z Gallerie said it plans to close 17 of its 76 stores as part of the Chapter 11 reorganization.
Butler switches food-service vendors in move affecting 200 workers
California-based Bon Appetit Management will take over in May for Philadephia-based Aramark Corp., which had the contract for 20 years.