U.S. retail sales show robust monthly rise of 0.5 percent
Americans shopped at a healthy pace in July, buying more cars, clothes and appliances, evidence that consumers are helping drive robust economic growth.
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Steak n Shake offering ‘franchise partnerships’ for $10,000
Indianapolis-based Steak n Shake announced a plan Monday to dramatically change its franchising model by letting “franchise partners” take over operations at company-owned restaurants.
Seafood restaurant taking over former Rock Bottom location on 86th Street
The new eatery is owned by Jason Wu of Columbus, Indiana, who said he believes the seafood niche is underrepresented on the north side.
McDonald’s plans $168M in improvements at 270 Indiana restaurants
The renovations, which will include the addition of more digital self-order kiosks, come as the company celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Big Mac.
Two more hotels planned for burgeoning Whitestown development off I-65
Once populated largely by cornfields, the landscape at the intersection of I-65 and Whitestown Parkway has exploded in recent years with retail and restaurant projects. A smattering of hotels has followed, and two more projects now are in the works.
Fountain Square restaurant reopens after passing health inspection
The well-known eatery was closed by the Marion County Health Department earlier this week after an inspector found food was not being stored at proper temperatures.
Q&A: Couple wears love of Indy on their sleeves
Scotty and Shannon Hunt last year launched Indy Over Everything, which makes and sells an Indianapolis-themed line of clothing.
Ball State sees large response after Papa John’s decision
The university is in the process of reviewing hundreds of messages, which have included both positive and negative reactions.
Developer jumps into market with projects on south side, Carmel, Fishers and Avon
Also this week in the Property Lines retail roundup: Ragnarok Axe Throwing, Eat the Frog Fitness, Smoothie King, Aldi and more.
Well-known Fountain Square restaurant shut down for health code violations
Peppy Grill, 1004 Virginia Ave., has been closed by the Marion County Health Department after an inspector found food was not being stored at proper temperatures.
Retailers put twist on back-to-school supplies to lift profit margins
Companies that make school supplies have figured out how to get parents to spend more by offering innovations on the basics.
Mo’s Irish Pub closes Noblesville doors after 10 years in business
The restaurant at Hamilton Town Center was supposed to reopen after a “refreshing,” but mall management confirmed the restaurant has permanently closed.
U.S. mall owners happy with steady, ‘boring’ results
Mall landlords, besieged for the past two years by the rise of online shopping and retailer bankrupties, are trying to push a new narrative of improving sales and increased demand for empty space at their properties.
Reward offered in Indianapolis-area gun shop burglary
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the National Shooting Sports Foundation announced the reward following the break-in late Sunday or early Monday at KS & E Sports at 8756 Pendleton Pike in Lawrence.
Kroger closing one Indianapolis store
The Cincinnati-based grocery chain said the store, which employs 65, is unprofitable.
Brookstone files for bankruptcy, to close all mall stores
Among the closures will be the store in Circle Centre in downtown Indianapolis—an original tenant in the mall when it opened in 1995. The only other Brookstone store in Indiana is at Indianapolis International Airport.
Carvana building automotive ‘vending machine’ in Indianapolis
The seven-story structure, near I-69 and East 82nd Street, will be a pick-up point for vehicles purchased online.
Greenwood-based One Click finds success selling readers, prescription glasses online
Most of the company’s current business focus—and the majority of its revenue—comes from readers.
Q&A: The power of perseverance
Ebony Dycus, owner of women’s boutique Perfect Pick by Ebony Nicole, has a lot of experience in overcoming challenges.
Independent bookstores create worlds where print is alive and well
Here’s a rundown of some of the independents still pushing paperbacks, offering honest staff recommendations and otherwise keeping local lit alive.