UPDATE: IndyCar finds replacement for canceled Boston race
IndyCar will return to the road course at Watkins Glen International in New York on Labor Day weekend as the replacement race for a canceled event in Boston.
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Tee-time brokerages roil golf industry
Are tee-time brokers like GolfNow knocking cash-strapped courses into the rough? Or could the Expedia-like providers be the chip shot courses need to get back on the green?
Key to success of this year’s Indy 500 could be bathrooms
Former Speedway chief of staff Ken Ungar said one of the most important elements of Project 100 will be the response to the venue’s upgraded restrooms.
Fever’s Catchings expects to cherish every moment of farewell tour
Tamika Catchings, the league’s active leader in scoring, rebounds and steals, understands she’ll be the feature attraction everywhere she goes this season.
Forrest Lucas buying former Nancy Irsay estate
The founder of Lucas Oil Products has agreed to buy the nearly 40-acre spread on Ditch Road in Carmel, which sits next to the even more opulent property he bought in 2010.
Hotel rates go sky high, rooms sold out for miles for Indy 500
The Knights Inn at the airport had a couple of rooms left at $899 per night Wednesday, according to Expedia. And a room could be had at the Red Roof Inn in Anderson for $446.
Attorney general, tourism officials on lookout for sex trafficking as Indy 500 nears
The Indiana attorney general’s office is partnering with the FBI and other national organizations to give local police officers and hospitality workers special training to spot illegal activity.
Developer wants $5M from city for Anderson Wigwam overhaul
Leaders of Indianapolis-based BWI told the Anderson Redevelopment Commission that the money is needed to secure an additional $6 million by selling tax credits to investors.
Indy 500 sellout likely to create price boom on secondary market
Now that the event is officially sold out, brokers expect ticket prices on the secondary market to soar even higher. Some ticket brokers were already asking $1,500 for prime tickets.
Whiteland farmer chosen for Indy 500 Milk Man tradition
Indiana has more than 1,000 dairy farms, and the Milk Man tradition is designed to spotlight the state's dairy industry.
Speedway spends $92 million on seating, screens, elevators
This month, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway completed one of the three largest renovations in its 107-year history.
WNBA, union amend contract to stop fines for overseas play
The WNBA and its players union have agreed to amend the collective bargaining agreement on fines for overseas play.
For first time, Herff Jones offers limited replicas of Indy 500 winner’s ring to fans
If you are a fervent Indianapolis 500 fan—and have a pile of cash burning a hole in your pocket—Herff Jones has the ring for you. Rings cost up to $9,001.
University of Louisville students’ lawsuit against escort dismissed
A Louisville judge has dismissed a lawsuit by University of Louisville students filed against Katina Powell that said the escort’s book allegations of sex parties at the men’s basketball players’ dormitory had devalued their education.
Speedway: Massive concessions expansion won’t lead to cooler ban
Despite adding hundreds more concession stands as part of the track’s widescale improvements this year, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials don’t want the problems that outlawing coolers could create.
Inventor, engineer Harroun honored as 1st Indy 500 winner
Ray Harroun was remembered at a memorial service Sunday not only as the man who won the first Indy 500, but for his contributions to the auto industry, motorsports, engineering and inventing.
Colts hope to have new deal with Luck before training camp
Team owner Jim Irsay has repeatedly said he plans to pay market value to keep his franchise quarterback and has even used the term "shocking numbers" to describe how high he's willing to go to keep him.
Scheduled IndyCar race on streets of Boston canceled
The Grand Prix of Boston had faced public opposition and a wavering commitment from local leaders.
Mark Miles with the IndyCar circuit said the promoter “is throwing in the towel.”
Despite expected sellout, Indy 500 won’t be televised live in local market
WRTV-TV Channel 6 for the first time will air the Indianapolis 500 twice. But neither of those telecasts will be live.
100th running of 500 pressures IMS to deliver sublime experience
Hulman and Co. CEO Mark Miles says he and his staff feel “a great sense of responsibility” associated with this year’s race.