Indiana ranks 11th in production of bottled wine
A new report found that, from 2011 to 2016, the number of bonded wineries in the state grew nearly 60 percent, to 116. In contrast, the state had just 31 wineries in 2001.
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In boardrooms or bars, apps translate for travelers
When you’re trying to communicate with a taxi driver in Tokyo or pick the right cold medicine in France, there’s only so much that rudimentary language skills, or a helpful concierge, can do to help.
Groups launch planning for redevelopment of White River in Marion, Hamilton counties
Visit Indy, the Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development and Visit Hamilton County are leading the effort in partnership with other communities.
Gamers close to buying out tickets for Gen Con in August
Attendees at this year’s edition of the massive tabletop-gaming confab could top 60,000, with an economic impact as high as $75 million.
Indiana Black Expo moves concert indoors over weather concerns
The move could cut potential attendance at Friday evening’s show from about 30,000 to no more than 8,000.
Lucas Oil tycoon continues Carmel parties amid neighbor complaints
Lucas Oil Products founder Forrest Lucas told IBJ last year that he and his wife planned to continue hosting events on their estate even though Carmel zoning officials denied the Lucases’ request for a variance that would allow large events at the property.
Caesars completes acquisition of racetrack-casino facilities
The company’s $1.7 billion purchase of Indianapolis-based Centaur Gaming and its Hoosier Park and Indiana Grand horse racing casinos was earlier approved by the Indiana Gaming Commission.
Rival Pierogi festivals settle legal dispute over trademark
An Indiana city that hosts an annual festival built around a popular Polish delicacy has reached a settlement in its trademark dispute with a newer festival in Pennsylvania.
CNO Financial extends sponsorship deal with Monumental Marathon
CNO initially signed a three-year deal in 2016 to become the title sponsor of the annual race organized by local not-for-profit Beyond Monumental.
Cities grappling with how to deal with electric scooters
Indianapolis isn't alone in dealing with a scooter invasion. Overnight in dozens of cities across the United States, the electric vehicles have arrived, often taking public officials by surprise.
Bird begins pulling scooters from streets as it awaits regulations
Scooter rental service Bird has changed its mind about maintaining operations in Indianapolis while it waits for city officials to come up with an ordinance regulating such businesses.
Conner Prairie plans to give White River key role in museum’s future
As the organization’s leaders plan for the next two decades, they’re targeting the 3.3 miles of the White River that runs through their property for new experiences and attractions.
Bird says it has no plans to discontinue local scooter-rental operations
Unlike competitor Lime, which followed the city’s request to cease operations while it came up with an ordinance regulating dockless scooter businesses, Bird said it doesn’t want to interrupt service.
Work set to begin on new performing arts center in Nashville
A southern Indiana tourist site is moving ahead with plans for an indoor performing arts center that local officials hope will lure visitors back to its once-thriving arts-and-music village.
Founder of Indy Cultural Trail generally supports scooter services
Brian Payne, the mind behind the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, says he is generally supportive of electric scooter use on the trail—with a caveat.
Four developers vying to build hotel at Indianapolis International Airport
The hospitality market is booming—so is it finally time for Indianapolis International Airport to add an on-site hotel? Airport leaders are examining pitches from four developers that think it is.
Indianapolis to host 2019 Young Democrats of America National Convention
A bid to host the convention by the Indiana Young Democrats topped efforts by groups from Pittsburgh, Minneapolis and Chicago.
Judge gives transportation museum two weeks to leave Noblesville park
The Indiana Transportation Museum had asked the court to issue a preliminary injunction allowing it another 18 to 24 months before it had to exit its longtime home at Forest Park.
Gaming commission approves ownership changes at four Indiana casinos
The deals approved Thursday change ownership at Hoosier Park in Anderson, Indiana Grand in Shelbyville, Belterra Casino Resort in Switzerland County and Ameristar Casino in East Chicago.
UPDATE: Caesars fined $1M by state for threats over casino expansion
At the same meeting in which Caesars Entertainment received approval for its $1.7 billion acquisition of Hoosier Park and Indiana Grand, the Indiana Gaming Commission hit the casino giant with one of the biggest fines it has ever issued.