Marsh Supermarkets closing nine more stores this month
The latest announced closings, seven of which are in the Indianapolis area, bring the total number of Marsh grocery stores that are set to shut their doors this month to 19.
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Grocery closures create growing food deserts in Anderson
As grocery stores continue to close throughout the city, residents who don’t have reliable access to transportation have seen their options for local groceries continue to dwindle.
With loss of pharmacies, Marsh can no longer sell hard liquor
State law prohibits grocery stores without pharmacies from selling spirits, prompting Marsh to offer big discounts on its inventory.
Holcomb faces deadline on divisive energy, alcohol bills
Thus far, the Indiana governor has refused to detail any action he may take, saying he was “still reviewing” them and “looking at every angle.”
Marsh Supermarkets closing all in-store pharmacies
The struggling grocery chain told employees Friday morning that it plans to discontinue pharmacy operations and has sold customer prescription files to a national drug store chain.
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Simon CEO says he’s confident mall business will prevail in tough retail climate
David Simon told investors that the “returns will be there” if the company continues to invest in its properties.
Developer proposes $50M shopping center in Whitestown
The Shoppes at Whitestown would be located on 33 acres within the Anson development with room for about 20 retailers and seven outlots. It could open by fall 2018.
Simon misses analyst predictions, but reports stable mall occupancy
Simon Property Group CEO David Simon said he was pleased with first quarter results, considering the “current choppy retail environment.”
McDonald’s gives thanks to Big Mac changes after surprising quarter
A revamp of McDonald’s iconic Big Mac burger and more aggressive drink promotions are helping the restaurant giant overcome a broader slump in the fast-food industry.
Local wiener eatery hawking franchises for convenience stores
King David Dogs is pursuing growth through gas stations and travel plazas by franchising kiosk-sized versions of its downtown restaurant, known for its quarter-pound, all-beef hot dogs.
Hope floats: North-side plumbing firm rehabbing building for HQ move
Hope Plumbing expects to sink $1 million into the project about a block from its current home to accommodate its growth. It’s seeking a tax abatement from the city to help offset costs.
Whole Foods rallies on report that Albertsons is mulling bid
Whole Foods Market Inc. shares rose the most in two weeks after the Financial Times reported that Albertsons Cos. is considering a takeover of the organic grocer.
Marsh preparing to close another seven supermarkets
The seven closings come on top of three other store closures that Marsh confirmed earlier this week.
British retailer raises eyebrows by buying big Finish Line stake
Sports Direct International pl, which now holds a 7.9 percent stake worth $47 million in Indianapolis-based Finish Line, isn't commenting on its intentions.
Lawmakers nearing new deal on Ricker’s beer carryout issue
The latest version of the bill still needs required signatures from legislative leaders—and it still requires approval from both the House and Senate.
Marsh cites ‘weak performance’ for three more store closures
The three closures include a store involved in a lawsuit filed by a landlord that accuses Marsh of not paying rent at the site.
Local jewelry business bought by North Carolina-based chain
The 15-year-old business, which has its store at Keystone at the Crossing, will retain its name “for the time being,” the buyer said.
Indianapolis-area store on teen-clothing retailer’s closure list
A teen-clothing retailer with nine Indianapolis-area stores said Monday that it plans to close about one-third of its stores nationwide. But eight local locations appear to have dodged the closure list.
Tim Hortons selects site for first local restaurant
The Canadian coffee and doughnut institution is counting on the Indianapolis market to be a big part of its U.S. expansion plans.