December 8, 2008
Scott OlsonIndianapolis is finally jumping in a big way into the merger mania that's sweeping the legal profession.
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December 8, 2008
Anthony SchoettleMarian College wants to take over operation of the Major Taylor Velodrome from Indy Parks and make the facility a hub for
alternative transportation and Midwestern cycling.
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December 8, 2008
J.K. WallThe state's Dec. 1 takeover of Medical Savings Insurance Co. marks the formal crumbling of J. Patrick Rooney's network of
health care reform efforts.
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December 8, 2008
Chip CutterSome of the city's most prominent commercial real estate brokers have resigned from locally owned Meridian Real Estate to
launch an Indianapolis affiliate of Chicago-based Jones Lang LaSalle.
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December 8, 2008
Anthony SchoettleWhile many central Indiana manufacturers are feeling the pinch of the downturned economy, locally based Sign Craft Industries
Inc. is posting record growth this year and projecting another robust year in 2009.
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December 8, 2008
Scott OlsonHampered much of the year by high fuel prices, trucking companies still may be in for a long haul before they're back on the
road to recovery.
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December 8, 2008
Scott OlsonManufacturing Extension Partnership, an initiative formerly managed by the state, is thriving under Purdue University's leadership.
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December 8, 2008
Cynthia SequinDr. Judith Monroe, Dr. Virginia Caine and G. Marie Swanson are three local women who have risen to leadership positions
in the health care community.
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December 1, 2008
Kathleen McLaughlinThe Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra's operating loss of $293,000 during the most recent fiscal year is not nearly as troubling
in the long term as the symphony's shrinking endowment.
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December 1, 2008
Cory SchoutenIndianapolis developer Kosene & Kosene is battling buyers over a $500 million condo project near Fort Myers.
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December 1, 2008
J.K. WallThe unprecedented plunge on Wall Street the last three months has spurred a couple of dozen executives and directors at Indiana
public companies to scoop up shares in their own companies.
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December 1, 2008
Kathleen McLaughlinShepherd Community Inc., a Christian-based organization serving the near-east side, is pulling other charities into its fold
at a pace not often seen in the local not-for-profit sector.
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December 1, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerIndiana bankruptcies are rising toward levels not seen since Congress tightened filing rules three years ago, and experts
say stretched consumers and businesses probably won't reap benefits of an improved economy for at least a year.
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December 1, 2008
Brian SpegeleHoping to increase sales in China's rapidly growing pharmaceutical market, Eli Lilly and Co. is charging ahead
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plans to invest $100 million in venture capital in the region over the next several years.
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December 1, 2008
Chris O'MalleySouthwest is striking a deal to acquire ATA's valuable landing slots at LaGuardia
and most of the dying airlines' remaining assets for $7.5 million.
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December 1, 2008
Anthony SchoettleThe Indy Racing League suddenly finds itself at odds with Midwestern farmers over a decision to make a Brazilian consortium
its ethanol supplier starting next year.
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December 1, 2008
Chris O'MalleyThe Metropolitan Development Commission has given city planners the green light to seek an expedited study that would provide
a clearer picture of what a comprehensive regional transit system could look like and how much it would cost.
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December 1, 2008
Chip CutterThe demise of apparel retailer Steve and Barry's University Sportswear deals another blow to efforts to turn around the ailing
Lafayette Square Mall.
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December 1, 2008
Scott OlsonA growing number of companies strapped for cash and struggling to pay their bills on time is presenting an unusual opportunity
for Vontoo Inc., a local IT firm.
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December 1, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerIndiana legislators are signaling that everyone who receives funding from state government must tighten their belts as tax
collections fall short of projections. That could cause pressure for cuts to key technology incentives.
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November 24, 2008
Chris O'MalleyPrivate employers that still offer traditional pension plans are getting a big shock as they assess how much more it will
cost to shoulder retirement obligations.
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November 24, 2008
Peter SchnitzlerIndiana's public pensions lost $5 billion in the 12 months ending Sept. 30.
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November 24, 2008
Cory SchoutenA rural Indiana bank that specializes in farm lending has agreed to buy Symphony Bank for less than the ambitious startup
spent to build its extravagant branch on 96th Street.
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November 24, 2008
Whitney LeeIf you've ever cooked a hamburger over a grill at Shakamak State Park, sat in a hospital waiting room chair, or sipped
from a water fountain, you may have used products made by Indiana convicts. Although offender work programs
have been around since the 1920s, most Hoosiers know little about the Indiana Department of Correction's
prison-based industries, which generate $40 million a year in revenue.
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November 24, 2008
J.K. WallMost colleges and universities in central
Indiana are being especially frugal because the value of their university endowments has plunged along with the market,donations
may decrease, and enrollment may decline, due to lack of student loan availability.
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If a television station wants to improve viewership, get rid of the local blackout. I was born by the brickyard, and have attended 15 or more races. I have children now, I won't attend unless circumstances are perfect. As those with growing families know, they never are. I'm always impressed that upwards of 250,000 people attend the 500. However, as a growing, or, more apt, sprawling city, Indianapolis and its immediate suburbs count almost 2.2 million. Show the race live, let the venue get a kick-back on revenues, and open-wheel racing might have a fighting chance to be relevant again. Just in time for those tax-payer lights to make sense.
John Moore, I too have had the same issue recently. A property next to my house was on the Land Bank and I was interested in purchasing. When I tried to contact Reggie, I got back emails that had nothing to do with what I asked about. Actually my latest response from him was on this past Friday. I had asked about how to buy the property and if it was still available. His response to me was to contact the mayor's office to get the schedule of his appearances. (???) Hopefully the city is able to do something to fix what this guy has done, it would be nice if they would take the properties back and sell them properly so land owners like me and you mother would have a fair chance.
I too work in the industry, with over 25 years of experience and your political spin has probably nothing to do with any rebranding. "Let's dress it up" would have nothing to do with the government "telling us how and what to eat." Give it a political rest. And being a producer for a radio show doesn't mean you've been involved in advertising and branding for 30 years.
Ms. Morris did not understand the ways of the business world, otherwise, like the IMS, she could have petitioned the State Legislature for a handout of State Funds for her charity work. Ms. Morris should consider becoming a state lobbyist for Lemonade Stand Operators.
David Copperfield!