Amazon makes $1B splash in health care by buying PillPack
The move represents a formidable challenge to pharmacy chains including Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. and CVS Health Corp., the two largest drugstore chains in the United States.
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Extreme trampoline park Defy Indianapolis to open in Castleton
The gymnasium for thrill-seekers will include a stunt platform, trapeze area and foam pit. Also this week: a new Newk’s, changes at the Fashion Mall and deals for Amazonians at Whole Foods.
Beholder restaurant co-owner knows wine but isn’t snob about it
Sommelier Josh Mazanowski is business partner with celebrity chef Jonathan Brooks in the new dinner-only restaurant at 1844 E. 10th St.
Ball & Biscuit owner planning restaurant in former drag club
The restaurant is a project of local attorney Trevor Belden, who opened The Ball & Biscuit cocktail lounge on Mass Ave in 2010.
Creditors prepping lawsuit against HHGregg officers and directors
A Delaware law firm is spearheading the case on a contingency-fee basis. Under the sliding scale, it would get 20 percent of a recovery up to $10 million, and 35 percent of a recovery topping $20 million.
Broad Ripple restaurant closes after losing chef, bar manager to new brewpub
The owner said he would come up with a new plan after losing key employees to a new brewpub from Sahm Restaurant Group.
Former Toys ‘R’ Us CEO exploring comeback for failed retailer
The final store closures for iconic retail chain Toys “R” Us are slated for this week. But an executive who oversaw the store a decade ago is looking into whether some kind of reboot is possible.
Comedy club chain signs lease for downtown location inside Circle Centre mall
The owner of Helium Comedy Clubs says he saw lots of opportunity in the Indianapolis metro area, where at least two major comedy venues have closed since last fall.
Golf superstore in expansion drive to open 82nd Street location in former Babies ‘R’ Us
This will be the first Indiana location for Georgia-based PGA Tour Superstore, which currently has 33 locations and is growing quickly by securing sites vacated by Toys “R” Us and Babies “R” Us.
The Thirsty Scholar bar closes
A co-owner of the coffee, beer and wine bar in the Penn Arts building on East 16th Street said Thursday that “it is time to move on.”
Indianapolis’ Flat 12 Bierwerks unveils new family-friendly space
The brewery is following competitors that have opened up to minors. Also this week: Campbell’s Highland Grill, Camp Bow Wow, Untuckit, Tandoor & Tikka, Qdoba
Workers sue after camera found in Goodwill store bathroom
A lawsuit by five employees of Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana says the organization failed to protect them from a man accused of recording bathroom videos at a suburban Indianapolis store.
Survey: When it comes to tipping, millennials are cheapest
U.S. millennials are quick to whip out their wallets for pricey avocado toast and craft beer. But when it comes to rewarding the waiters and bartenders who serve them, those wallets often stay closed.
Pogue’s Run Grocer going out of business
The food cooperative's board said "sales have hit an all-time low" and that the grocery doesn't have enough money to pay employees. The final day will be Monday.
U.S. retail sales see biggest monthly climb in six months
U.S. retail sales soared in May, as consumers spent more at home and garden stores, gas stations and restaurants.
Milktooth chef Jonathan Brooks opens Beholder restaurant
Also this week: Commissary Barber and Barista, Pots & Pans Pie Co., Big Bazaar Indian Grocery and Kitchen, Indy E Cigs, and more.
Owners of failing malls ‘on their knees’ as buyers disappear
Only about $3 billion of retail real estate changed hands in April, a 27 percent drop from a year earlier and the lowest monthly tally since February 2013.
Local jewelry store to close its doors after 41 years in business
The family-owned jewelry business, which first opened in Glendale Town Center in 1977 before moving just north of 96th Street in 1991, plans to close Aug. 31—unless a late-developing plan to sell the store comes to fruition.
Cookie shop in Circle Centre reopens under new franchisee
The owner of Gifts and Convenience, a shop in the downtown Embassy Suites by Hilton hotel, is the new franchisee for the mall cookie and desert shop, which closed early this year after a lawsuit from the landlord.
IBJ PODCAST: Cafe helps catalyze revival on Washington Street, reclaim lives
Maria Bertram had a great career as an engineer for Eli Lilly and Co., so why did she chuck it to open a little cafe in a distressed neighborhood?