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Quest Information goes after government contractsRestricted Content

August 10, 2009
Chris O'Malley
Quest Information Systems does the kind of contracting where any screw-ups—even those not necessarily of its own doing—can bring an unflattering public spotlight. The Indianapolis custom software developer works for politicians and bureaucrats, a group many businesses seek to avoid.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway CEO takes over at difficult timeRestricted Content

August 10, 2009
Anthony Schoettle
New Indianapolis Motor Speedway CEO Jeff Belskus has long been a behind-the-scenes figure at IMS. As the new leader of the Brickyard and the Indy Racing League, he faces several challenging issues, including gaining the confidence of the racing community.
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Corn dogs, elephant ears and spas ... at the fair

August 7, 2009
Kim Puckett
The Indiana State Fair brings to mind images of deep fried foods and carnival rides, but fair-goers sometimes buy big ticket items—like hot tub spas.
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Hill-Rom profit drops, beat expectations

August 7, 2009
Hill-Rom Holdings Inc. topped analysts' expectations in its fiscal third quarter even as hospital-spending cuts clipped its revenue by 9 percent, the company announced late yesterday.
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Brightpoint profit slips, but beats expectations

August 6, 2009
Scott Olson
Wireless device distributor Brightpoint Inc. said yesterday that profit and revenue fell in the second quarter because it sold fewer of the devices, and at lower prices.
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State picks first virtual charter-school operator

August 6, 2009
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Accuride warns of bankruptcy, reports loss

August 6, 2009
Scott Olson
Evansville-based truck parts maker Accuride Corp., one of the state's largest companies, warned today in its quarterly financial report that the company might seek bankruptcy protection if lenders refuse to restructure its debt.
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First Merchants posts larger loss on fraud charge

August 6, 2009
Scott Olson
Muncie-based First Merchants Corp. disclosed this week that the bank lost $31.2 million in the second quarter, including $10.2 million it blamed on fraudulent financial statements provided by a large commercial borrower.
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Purdue prof: 'Clunkers' could stall retail sales

August 5, 2009
Kim Puckett
The federal 'Cash for Clunkers' program has opened a floodgate of car sales that President Obama says is a much-needed boost for the economy. But retailers may feel the negative effects of America's collective investment in new cars, predicts a Purdue Retail Institute researcher.
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EnerDel lands $118 million stimulus grant

August 5, 2009
Scott Olson
EnerDel, an Indianapolis-based producer of automotive lithium-ion batteries, will receive $118.5 million in a matching grant from the federal government.
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Purdue prof: 'Clunkers' could stall retail sales

August 5, 2009
Kim Puckett
The federal "Cash for Clunkers" program has opened a floodgate of car sales that President Obama says is a much-needed boost for the economy. But retailers may feel the negative effects of America's collective investment in new cars, predicts a Purdue Retail Institute researcher.
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EnerDel lands $118 million stimulus grant

August 5, 2009
Scott Olson
EnerDel, an Indianapolis-based producer of automotive lithium-ion batteries, will receive $118.5 million in a matching grant from the federal government.
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Irwin Financial narrows losses, continues restructuring

August 5, 2009
Scott Olson
Irwin Financial Corp. narrowed its losses in the second quarter, as the company continued to restructure or face the possible suspension of its business.
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Calumet Specialty suffers loss on falling sales

August 5, 2009
Calumet Specialty Products Partners L.P. this morning reported a loss of $26 million in the second quarter due to high crude oil prices and flagging product demand.
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Conseco profit at high end of estimates

August 4, 2009
J.K. Wall
Conseco Inc. recorded profit at the high-end of its preliminary estimates, the company announced today.
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UPDATE: Simon rents, occupancy buck shopping decline

August 4, 2009
Cory Schouten
Sales still are suffering at shopping centers owned by Simon Property Group Inc., but the Indianapolis-based mall giant managed in the second quarter to keep occupancy steady and eke out an increase in average rent rates.
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Marsh extends olive branch to angry followers

August 4, 2009
Marsh Supermarkets late yesterday issued a mea culpa after it stopped honoring a $10 coupon just days after introducing the online promotion.
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White River Capital's profit drops 33 percent

August 4, 2009
White River Capital Inc. today reported its profit in the second quarter fell 33 percent compared to the same period last year, due primarily to expenses associated with its canceled merger.
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Simon reports loss amid tough retail conditions

August 4, 2009
Cory Schouten
Indianapolis shopping mall giant Simon Property Group Inc. today said it lost $20.8 million in the second quarter in what it called a "difficult retail environment."
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Marsh promotion cancellation sparks anger

August 3, 2009
Scott Olson
Marsh Supermarkets’ decision to stop honoring a $10 online coupon just days after introducing the promotion has angered hundreds of followers of the grocer’s Facebook page.
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Penrod Society sues ex-treasurer for $380,000

August 3, 2009
Kathleen McLaughlin
The Penrod Society has filed a lawsuit against former treasurer Brandon Benker, seeking to recover more than $380,000 it alleges he embezzled last year.
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Penrod Society sues ex-treasurer for $380,000

August 3, 2009
Kathleen McLaughlin
The Penrod Society has filed a lawsuit against former treasurer Brandon Benker, seeking to recover more than $380,000 it alleges he embezzled last year.
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Marsh promotion cancellation sparks anger

August 3, 2009
Scott Olson
Marsh Supermarkets' decision to stop honoring a $10 online coupon just days after introducing the promotion has angered hundreds of followers of the grocer's Facebook page.
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Senior Open draws 146,915 to Carmel

August 3, 2009
The U.S. Senior Open Championship, which wrapped up yesterday, drew a total of 146,915 spectators to Carmel's Crooked Stick Golf Club for three days of practice and four days of tournament play.
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Plans emerge for Winona Hospital redevelopmentRestricted Content

August 3, 2009
Cory Schouten
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis wants the city to tear down the old Winona Memorial Hospital so it can build a community park and outdoor learning center. A private firm that specializes in environmentally impaired properties wants to turn the building into senior apartments.
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  1. Many serial killer types and psychopaths work as lowly bureaucrats, just waiting to impose their wrath on a powerless person, child, or pet. Don't forget, the BTK killer was a dog catcher.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

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