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Speedway/motorsports Blog Posts
Hoosiers' heritage takes a beating
May 4, 2012
Comments(41)It's been a tough week for Indiana traditions. Jim Nabors won't be at the Indy 500, the IU-UK match-up has been scrubbed
and the 500 field of 33 may be minus one for the first time since 1934. Is the sky falling? Maybe not, but it sure feels like
it to us Hoosiers.
MoreLong Beach race reveals IndyCar issues
April 16, 2012
Comments(172)IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard has two troubling things to ponder in the wake of Sunday's race; marketing and driver
safety.
MoreIndyCar emerges from disaster, but Indy awaits
April 2, 2012
Comments(112)After Dan Wheldon's death last season, few predicted the IndyCar Series would steer its new chassis and engine package
into 2012 smoothly. But so far, the series has opened to mostly rave reviews. The series now faces its biggest test, and opportunity,
at Indy.
MoreLife without Danica presents serious challenges for IndyCar
February 23, 2012
Comments(40)She rarely won. Her tantrums became old and tired. But the media and casual race fans loved Danica Patrick. So the big question
remains, will the series be better or worse off without her?
MoreSarah Fisher frozen out of IndyCar Series
February 21, 2012
Comments(56)The series' only woman owner, and one of its most popular people over the last decade, can't get anyone to sell her
an engine to go racing. She has the money, a promising American driver, a new chassis and new shop. Yet she's still stalled.
MoreIndyCar Series readies to raise curtain on new era
February 13, 2012
Comments(64)While myriad challenges remain, IndyCar's future might finally be pointed in the right direction.
MoreIndyCar crash investigation sheds little light on series' future
December 15, 2011
Comments(35)IndyCar finally set to release its 2012 schedule after investigation into crash at season finale is complete. But many questions
about the series' future remain.
MoreCEO Randy Bernard shakes tree at IndyCar Series
November 30, 2011
Comments(86)SpeedTV is reporting that IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard this week fired one high-level executive and demoted another.
MoreIndyCar has had ups, downs since Wheldon's death
November 18, 2011
Comments(118)IndyCar officials have reason to smile with recent developments. Series CEO Randy Bernard also has reason to be very concerned.
MoreEcclestone's antics should ease pain of Indy's F1 loss
November 14, 2011
Comments(22)The way Bernie Ecclestone has treated his new partners in Austin, Texas, recently has to make Indianapolis Motor Speedway
officials at least a little happy they no longer do business with the man known as the Poison Dwarf.
MoreIndyCar, NASCAR drivers face off in Fieldhouse kart race
November 1, 2011
Comment(1)NASCAR drivers Tony Stewart, Austin Dillon and A.J. Allmendinger along with IndyCar racers Scott Dixon and Alex Tagliani will
headline the Dec. 11 race at Conseco Fieldhouse.
MoreNASCAR champ's ill-timed comments no help to IndyCar
October 18, 2011
Comments(44)Five-time defending NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson is calling for an end to open-wheel oval racing. IndyCar officials would
be wise to turn a deaf ear to emotion-driven rants.
MoreFisher's ill-timed comments loom over IndyCar victory
October 3, 2011
Comments(40)Sarah Fisher has been a great ambassador for the sport, but someone needs to tell her that victory circle is the place to
thank sponsors and extol their virtues, not talk about their abandonment of the team.
MoreDanica Patrick bridge-burning tour continues
September 19, 2011
Comments(72)In a matter of three days, the diva driver takes aim at Brazilian drivers, Japan's food supply and the IndyCar CEO's
decision making. So who will she endear in NASCAR?
MoreIndyCar CEO, team owners not on same page
September 14, 2011
Comments(96)Chip Ganassi and Roger Penske refuse to take part in IndyCar CEO's bold bid to bring the open-wheel series some much needed
publicity. Randy Bernard's execution must be better in 2012.
MoreDouble dose of good news for Speedway, IndyCar Series
September 6, 2011
Comments(27)MotoGP gives Speedway big endorsement despite racer complaints, while IndyCar avoids near disasters to score success in key
East Coast market.
MoreToyota finds big return in Indy's drag racing scene
September 2, 2011
Comments(0)Japanese automaker would appear to be an odd entrant in an NHRA race. There's more to it than just trying to beat the
Americans at their own game.
MoreDing dong, Danica era is dead
August 25, 2011
Comments(50)The sooner Dancia Patrick permanently leaves for NASCAR, the better for the IndyCar Series.
MoreIndyCar's new TV deal done with eye on global markets
August 11, 2011
Comments(81)The IndyCar Series' new deal with ABC is worth more than the current deal, sources said. But ESPN's ability to grow
the series overseas is just as important as the financial windfall. Still, the series' most hardcore fans are the least
pleased by the deal.
MoreBrownsburg votes to annex Lucas Oil Raceway
August 8, 2011
Comments(5)Brownsburg officials are promising to help with year-round marketing, security and traffic control during race events, and
are considering extending Ronald Reagan Parkway to make access to the track easier. And sources say the IndyCar Series might
be coming to the track.
MoreNew CEO says local tourism leaders ignoring Speedway
August 4, 2011
Comments(10)Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association CEO Leonard Hoops thinks it's high time local tourism leaders start thinking
about using the Indianapolis Motor Speedway prominently in marketing materials.
MoreIndyCar Series considering European swing
July 15, 2011
Comments(103)IndyCar Series CEO Randy Bernard said an influx of sponsors with overseas interests could push the open-wheel circuit into
Europe within five years.
MoreCrown Royal may become Brickyard 400 title sponsor
July 12, 2011
Comments(15)Deal with the whiskey maker could earn the Indianapolis Motor Speedway the richest title sponsorship payday in NASCAR.
MoreIndians, Pacers, IMS celebrating, while Lucas Oil Raceway takes hit
July 6, 2011
Comments(8)While Pacers, Indians and Indianapolis Motor Speedway are celebrating, Lucas Oil Raceway is facing a big financial hit with
loss of NASCAR Nationwide race.
MoreNASCAR, IndyCar travel different paths to going green
June 29, 2011
Comments(38)NASCAR CEO Brian France tells American corn growers in Indianapolis on Tuesday, “We want you to know we are right in
your corner.”
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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.