Pacers lock up Haliburton with 5-year deal worth possible $260M
The formal announcement came on the same day Indiana introduced guard Bruce Brown Jr, who agreed to a two-year deal worth $45 million.
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Is competitive eating lucrative? Yes, if you’re hot dog champ Joey Chestnut
Westfield resident Joey “Jaws” Chestnut has become wealthy through professional eating prize money, paid appearances and endorsements.
Air travel congestion eases as United gets handle on canceled flights
Besides better weather, airlines also are running lighter schedules a day ahead of the July 4 holiday. Wednesday figures to be the next big test for the system.
IEDC planning second Global Economic Summit
Happy with the results from its first-ever Global Economic Summit in May 2022, the Indiana Economic Development Corp. has lined up dates for a second one.
Rooftop venue planned at 96-year-old Walker Theatre
A 100-capacity rooftop event venue is planned at the Madam Walker Legacy Center, the historic building at 617 Indiana Ave that opened in 1927.
After shootings, Broad Ripple leaders ask city for gun-free zone
Following fatal shootings early Sunday, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett said the city would work with the Broad Ripple Village Association to create a temporary gun-free zone in the village’s entertainment district.
Lucas Oil Stadium to host Saturday events for 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend
Event organizers plan to use the south end of Lucas Oil to accommodate 35,000 spectators for on-court activities, including the Slam Dunk competition, the 3-Point Contest and the Skills Challenge.
Portions of Monument Circle, Georgia Street to become pedestrian-only
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett on Wednesday announced plans for a four-month closure to vehicles in a quadrant of Monument Circle and a pedestrian-focused redevelopment of Georgia Street.
Buddy Guy, Clint Black among Indiana State Fair concert attractions
The Indiana State Fair on Wednesday announced five concerts and a Taylor Swift-themed dance party as part of the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage series.
City-County Council approves bonds for $510M convention center hotel
The vote was a crucial step in advancing the development of an 814-room Signia by Hilton hotel on Pan Am Plaza. The measure allows the city to take out up to $625 million in municipal bonds for the project.
Chreece unveils artist lineup for Fountain Square hip-hop festival
More than 80 performances are planned at eight venues when the sixth edition of Chreece is presented in August.
Indianapolis hotels in high demand heading into race weekend
Hoteliers are getting a significant boost again this year from the Indianapolis 500, with most of the hotel rooms within 10 miles of the event already spoken for throughout the weekend.
Conner Prairie refining plans for expansion west of White River in Carmel
Representatives for the outdoor living-history museum in Fishers told the Carmel Plan Commission on Tuesday night that the project will involve developing a smaller percentage of land on the west side of the river than originally planned and downsizing a proposed hotel.
Big crowds expected for the summer travel season—and big prices, too
For the travel industry, the big question is how long consumers can keep paying for airline tickets and accommodations while they deal with stubborn high inflation, news about layoffs and bank failures, and fear of a recession.
VeeCon creator sees big potential in NFTs beyond digital art
Marketing guru, public speaker and entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk, who is Indianapolis this week for his VeeCon convention, is bullish on NFTs.
Indiana unveils new interstate signage to welcome visitors
The Indiana Department of Transportation plans to install 19 interstate signs reading “More to Discover IN Indiana” by May 26 and another 57 by the end of June.
Bottleworks Hotel tops Yelp’s national list of best places to stay
The only other Indiana lodging choice to make the list was ranked 27th and is operated by the same company that oversees Bottleworks Hotel.
Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site to unveil $6M in upgrades
The improvements were made possible by a fundraising campaign that exceeded expectations and generated $6.8 million from 535 donors, said Charlie Hyde, CEO of the presidential site.
Council committee advances plans for city-owned $510M Pan Am Plaza hotel
Representatives for Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett said a feasibility study is expected to be completed before a full City-County Council vote set for June 5.
VeeCon will bring celebrities, business leaders to NFT-ticketed summit in Indy
The May 18-20 event will feature more than 175 speakers and panelists, incluing actors Neil Patrick Harris, Drew Barrymore and Jessica Alba, as well as rapper Busta Rhymes and music producer Timbaland.