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The root of Indiana's myriad problems
November 22, 2010
Comments(37)Longtime economist Morton Marcus says the objective truth is that Indiana is in decline. He also insists the solution is a
change in the culture, not just job creation.
MorePrivatized economic development still controversial
October 11, 2010
Comments(2)Indiana's system collects mixed reviews as candidates for governor in other states criticize their public agencies.
MoreMayors: Time to kick the unemployed in the keister
September 24, 2010
Comments(27)Marion's Wayne Seybold and Greenfield's Brad DeReamer say too many people would rather collect unemployment than look
for work.
MoreIndiana is a bigger Amish state than you think
September 10, 2010
Comments(7)How much longer until even Pennsylvania is eclipsed?
MoreNew venture capital firm off to blazingly fast start
September 9, 2010
Comments(0)Cultivian Ventures began investing in a no-man's land just as the financial crisis ramped up, and now it's already
considering a second fund.
MoreIndiana GOP candidates for U.S. House unanimously pledge to repeal health reform
September 8, 2010
Comments(6)All nine Republicans—count 'em—have signed a pledge. What is that telling us?
MoreDreaded Asian carp headed toward Indy
August 19, 2010
Comments(8)Invasive species that decimates food chains and riles boaters is swimming up the White River, expert says.
MoreMarket losses hammer Indiana colleges
August 16, 2010
Comments(0)Three institutions flagged by U.S. Department of Education financial responsibility test.
MoreU.S. effectively bankrupt, economist says
August 12, 2010
Comments(5)Boston University’s Kotlikoff warns the U.S. is actually in worse shape than Greece.
MoreHyundai hole in Indiana
August 9, 2010
Comments(4)The rising Korean industrial giant is building another plant in the U.S., but not in Indiana.
MoreDePauw's tricky decision
August 3, 2010
Comments(14)Was spurning Carmel hazing suspect the right call?
MoreIs alternative energy sustainable in Indiana?
July 7, 2010
Comments(4)An economic development observer questions what will happen after the feds turn off the tap.
MoreA peer remembers Will Koch
June 14, 2010
Comments(3)An admiring amusement park operator says nobody managed better than the late CEO of Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari.
MoreBloomington chamber steps into Arizona boycott debate
June 11, 2010
Comments(28)The real hurt is being felt right in Bloomington, the biz group complains.
MoreRecession poster child bouncing back
June 9, 2010
Comments(2)The Elkhart area—used as a backdrop three times by Barack Obama to talk up his economic policies—is making a comeback.
MoreNipping estate feuds in the bud
June 7, 2010
Comment(1)A lawyer says too many parents withhold information about estate from heirs and unwittingly set up the heirs for a battle.
MoreRegulators ripped in Irwin Financial postmortem
May 5, 2010
Comments(2)The Chicago Fed missed several chances to rein in explosive growth before the prominent bank failed. But the deeper question
is, what was Will Miller thinking?
MoreIndiana's smelly news
April 22, 2010
Comment(1)If it isn’t huge methane bubbles in manure pits, its drug suspects actually hiding in the stuff.
MoreReady for subsidized vacation?
April 21, 2010
Comments(6)Vacations are evolving into a “human right” in the European Union. So, you guessed it, subsidies are next. But
an IU prof who’s a native of France isn’t sure it’s a good idea.
MoreIndiana's place in a globalized economy
April 20, 2010
Comments(0)How will the state stand up against booming—and highly innovative—emerging nations?
MoreShowdown for ethanol
April 19, 2010
Comments(6)Powerful new lobbies are fighting over the future of the controversial industry. Who are they appealing to? You.
MoreTrouble in life-sciences paradise
April 12, 2010
Comments(2)Bloomington is struggling to keep its edge, a report says. And Bill Cook isn’t happy about it.
MoreCarbon Motors, the anti carmaker
April 6, 2010
Comments(3)The upstart cop car manufacturer is doing lots of things differently, including the way they track your car.
MorePerils of non-family managers
February 25, 2010
Comments(0)A former Toyota exec blasts non-family managers for the company’s problems. Are some Indianapolis-area companies better-
or worse-off after families relinquished control?
MoreGo west (to Hendricks County)
February 16, 2010
Comments(4)The economy is as good or better in Hendricks County than anywhere else in the Indianapolis area.
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Lauren: I reported BJ's plans based on their filing for construction permits. Of course, it's possible the plans fell through. Will update if I can find out more.
This weekend the Indianapolis School of Ballet performed Russian Treasures at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Theater for huge, enthusiastic crowds. This group of young people, returning students and young guest artists did fantastic performances of Balanchine's Valse-Fantaisie, Swan Lake Act II, Raymonda Act III and Allegro Vivace. I was blown away by the professionalism and energy of this school, which is on the caliber with most professional companies. If you're looking for great dancing and production value, this downtown venue is worth seeing and supporting.
Are they indeed going up there? I was told by BJ's directly they had no new stores planned in the area...
The article mentions that Indiana casinos are losing revenue to Ohio and Illinois casinos, but neglects to mention that those regional competitors are smoke-free for worker health.
In other words, Indiana's smoke-filled casinos are losing revenue to smoke-free competitors - without a local or statewide clean air law in Indiana to blame for it. Meanwhile, Indiana's casino workers, in order to provide for their family in a tough economy, must face the health hazards of secondhand smoke on a daily basis including cancer, heart disease, COPD, and many other preventable diseases, and associated healthcare costs.
Indiana lawmakers should take a cue from states like Ohio, Illinois, Maryland, and Massachusetts and ensure that casino jobs don't sicken the very people those jobs are intended to help. Even sophisticated casino ventilation systems do not protect people from the serious health hazards of secondhand smoke.
Some bump day, huh? Why were Loyd and Hamilton not allowed to run? Both say they had rides. It must be all part of the Vision. The good news is no traffic and plenty of room to stretch out. It would be nice if someone picked up some trash, there was so much trash in the Paddock Penthouse yesterday it looked like a Hulman George family reunion.