Carmel’s Crooked Stick to host 2028 U.S. Senior Open Championship
The stop in Carmel marks the course’s first time hosting the Senior in nearly 20 years, and seventh time the course will host a USGA championship event.
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Conner Prairie announces $33 million makeover for welcome center
The project will give the building a new name, the Museum Experience Center, and add immersive exhibit spaces.
U.S. hotels working with 238K fewer workers than before pandemic
Nationally, many hotels say they have been trying to increase head count—they just haven’t had much luck. A May survey by the American Hotel & Lodging Association showed 82% of hotels were experiencing staffing shortages, most notably in housekeeping.
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts leader hired for top role at IMA at Newfields
The announcement completes a hiring process that lasted nearly four years and sparked historic changes at Newfields art museum and gardens.
Spooky coffee shop, short-term rental planned at former dental clinic
Black House Cafe is expected to open by the end of the year, said Dennis Brackenridge, who purchased the Fountain Square building last October.
Lucas Oil Stadium not considering switch to natural grass, Colts exec says
The NFL Players Association has called on all NFL venues to use natural grass for their playing surfaces, but that type of switch isn’t practical for Lucas Oil Stadium, officials say.
Indiana Sports Corp. bids to keep Big Ten football title game in Indy through 2028
The ISC also is submitting a bid to the conference to host its 2025 and 2027 men’s and women’s basketball championships.
Films inspired by Dan Wheldon, Nancy Noel highlight Heartland festival lineup
October festival will open with a screening of “The Lionheart,” a film that explores the aftermath of Dan Wheldon’s on-track death in 2011.
Casino giant Caesars Entertainment reports cyberattack, joining MGM Resorts
While some MGM Resorts computer systems were still down, Caesars told federal regulators on Thursday that its casino and online operations were not disrupted.
Indy airport nearing deal for Westin hotel connected to terminal
Airport officials have flirted with the idea of locating a hotel next to the terminal since planning for the current midfield complex began in the early 2000s.
George Strait, Chris Stapleton to share bill at Lucas Oil Stadium
Strait, who last performed locally in 2011, and “Tennessee Whiskey” singer Stapleton plan to kick off their 2024 stadium concert tour in Indianapolis.
Jim Irsay Band to kick off big weekend of music for Indianapolis
A weekend punctuated by high-profile concerts begins Friday with a free show featuring John Mellencamp and Stephen Stills.
All IN musicians hope to wake up echoes of the Beatles at fairgrounds
The second All IN Music & Arts Festival is planning “Dreamsets” to celebrate songs popularized by the Beatles and Led Zeppelin.
Colts looking to end opening day woes, start new era against Jaguars
The Colts enter this weekend with a nine-game winless streak on opening day. Anthony Richardson will become the youngest opening day starting quarterback in franchise history and the third-youngest in NFL history.
Rally roundup: Photo gallery, pitch contest winners and Manning says he’s a ‘big deal in Omaha, Nebraska’
Indianapolis was the rallying point for a new, multimillion-dollar conference that brought together entrepreneurs, executives, investors and others in Indiana’s strongest industries. Here’s a look at this week’s three-day event, which began Tuesday and wrapped up Thursday.
Entrepreneur Scott Dorsey, Purdue chief Mung Chiang talk leadership, more at Rally conference
Their conversation touched on topics ranging from leadership advice to Indiana’s entrepreneurial climate to Purdue University’s plans to expand its Indianapolis presence.
Carmel set to premiere $2M projection performance on Palladium
Beginning Thursday, Palladiscope shows lasting 12 minutes will play every half-hour nightly beginning at dusk and continuing through 11 p.m.
Biz founders: Indiana’s collaborative spirit helps spur innovation
A panel of business owners shared their thoughts on launching a company in the state at the Indiana Technology and Innovation Association event held in conjunction with the Rally innovation conference.
Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium operator eyes $180M budget
The Capital Improvement Board on Friday approved a $180.4 million budget for 2024, up from about $155 million last year.
New plaza at Gainbridge Fieldhouse opens with public events
Pacers Sports & Entertainment plans to host several public events this weekend, inviting residents and visitors to experience the new plaza.