DEC. 20-26, 2019
In this week's issue, Lindsey Erdody reports on Gov. Eric Holcomb's decision to continue placing refugees in Indiana and explores what that will mean for the state. The issue also includes a story by Mickey Shuey on the leadership change at the Indianapolis Zoo following CEO Mike Crowther's long, successful run. In addition, John Russell explores what's behind the Lilly Endowment's recent sales of 2 million shares of Eli Lilly and Co. stock.
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Holcomb opts in to accepting refugees
Gov. Eric Holcomb is giving the green light for federal officials to continue placing refugees in Indiana, following in the footsteps of a growing group of governors.
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Incoming zoo CEO seeks to continue momentum
Rob Shumaker, now president of the zoo, will take over as CEO for the retiring Michael Crowther in early January.
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To raise cash, Lilly Endowment unloads more Eli Lilly stock
For the Lilly Endowment, a good year means it’s time to cash in.
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Fiber network firm looks beyond Indiana for growth
Intelligent Fiber Network has spent the last 18 months rebranding—including a name change that telegraphs its growth plans—and ramping up its marketing.
Read MorePlan to house homeless off to slow start
It’s been more than two years since the city and state chose four developers to build 500 affordable housing units—including some reserved for people experiencing homelessness.
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Indiana University athletic director Glass stepping down
Fred Glass, who has led the IU athletic department since 2009, said “it’s time” for him to step down and spend more time with his family. His successor will be chosen by IU President Michael McRobbie.
Read MoreFaegre Baker Daniels confirms merger with Drinker Biddle & Reath
The combined firm, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, will have 1,300 attorneys and consultants in 22 offices, making it one of the nation’s 50 largest law firms. The merger does away with the names of Baker and Daniels, which had been part of the firm’s moniker for 130 years.
Read MoreQ&A with Brandon Boynton, who taught entrepreneurism in Mongolia
Boynton, an IUPUI computer science student and entrepreneur, was asked to go to Mongolia this fall as part of the U.S. Speaker Program.
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Editorial: ‘Failing’ schools get failed again
In its campaign to win back control of three schools, IPS implied that all three buildings would continue to serve Indianapolis families. We hope that was more than lip service.
Read MoreNATE FELTMAN: IMS/IndyCar sale leads eventful 2019
The sale of the iconic racing facility was among several big deals with major implications for sports and business in the city.
Read MoreDavid Gardiner: State should back energy policies that boost efficiency
Fifteen major manufacturing companies and industrial associations are urging Indiana’s 21st Century Energy Policy Development Task Force to consider policy measures that would increase deployment of efficient energy technologies in the state.
Read MoreTim Marker: Congress should permanently end the medical-device tax
Indiana’s med-tech industry generates $13.8 billion in economic output annually. While we should appreciate this impressive economic boon, we can’t take it for granted.
Read MoreHAHN: Don’t drift through your financial life—make a plan
I’m not a fan of new year’s resolutions, but I am a big fan of examining my life and what’s working and what could be improved.
Read MoreMandy Haskett: Kindness acknowledges that you truly see another person
For hundreds of years, African Bushmen have greeted each other with this refrain. When one of them becomes aware of another coming through the brush, he/she exclaims, “I see you!” and the one approaching triumphs, “I am here!”
Read MoreBOHANON & CUROTT: Bike-trail tussle shows merit of democracy
Unlike government by despot or militia, institutions of collective choice prize discussion, deliberation, transparency, predictable process, compromise and accommodation.
Read MoreLetter: Thank you, Mickey
I am so appreciative of your support of equal opportunities for all, your straight talk on racism and discrimination, for your sensible approach to issues of gay marriage and abortion and all those sticky, scary topics which divide us, especially in Indiana.
Read MoreLetter: Retiring two coal-fired plants isn’t enough
Hoosiers can’t afford to allow utilities to drag their feet on transitioning to a clean energy economy. Thankfully
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Ike & Jonesy’s to close as building owner develops boutique hotel
After a 36-year run, the owners of the downtown nightlife institution say it will close after its New Year’s Eve party and a “Last Hurrah Celebration.”
Read MoreLawrence Township schools plan expansive busing facility on 40 acres
The facility would have 220 bus parking spaces with protective canopies, a visitor and staff parking lot with 88 spaces, a 231-vehicle parking lot for bus drivers, a fuel island, a six- to 10-bay maintenance facility, a training center and staff offices.
Read MoreBrewpub named best in America coming to Indianapolis
Hammond-based 18th Street Brewery—which was voted the best brewpub in America this year by readers of USA Today—has officially announced plans to open an Indianapolis location.
Read MoreMotorsports safety pioneer Simpson dies after stroke
Bill Simpson, a pioneer in motorsports safety credited with creating equipment that saved too many drivers to count from death or serious injury, died Monday. He was 79.
Read MoreLocal tech startup Sigstr sold to Atlanta-based marketing tech firm
Sigstr, which sells software that enables companies to leverage employee emails for marketing purposes, is expected to maintain—and grow—its Indianapolis presence under the Terminus name, company officials said.
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Brian Burton: Legislature, governor must help reduce hospital costs
Employers are running out of ways to hold premiums down, provide good health coverage and give salary increases.
Read MoreBrian Tabor: Calling Indiana an outlier hurts economic development
According to national data, health insurance premiums in Indiana are below the national average and almost all states in our region. We can build on the strength of Indiana’s existing health care system while reducing costs, but we must do so without blaming one segment like hospitals.
Read MoreBrad Rateike: I’ve stopped watching cable news because it’s boring
Daily, plenty of legitimate international and national stories are ignored or given fractional attention in favor of a good/bad story about the president and Russia or the president and impeachment. Snooze.
Read MoreDeborah Hearn Smith: Not-for-profit leadership must become more diverse
Consider that, of the organizations in central Indiana with budgets exceeding $60 million in revenue, only one has a leader of color.
Read MoreUna Osilli: #GivingTuesday is changing not-for-profit giving
#GivingTuesday was created in 2012 to inspire people “to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity.” This year, #GivingTuesday raised $511 million online alone, a 28% increase over 2018.
Read MoreSteve Sanders: Mayor Pete, McKinsey and dishonesty on the left
Portrayals of Buttigieg’s short, wonky, unglamorous stint as a management consultant are irresponsible.
Read MoreKaren Celestino-Horseman: Debunking the Trump impeachment
If Trump had the evidence to exculpate him, it would have been produced, either before the House Judiciary Committee or to the court of public opinion.
Read MoreCameron Carter: A study in contrasts on impeachment
Todd Young, our state’s senior senator, seems to understand his role as a juror, withholding judgment until weighing all arguments and evidence. Steve Braun, elected little over a year ago, is enthusiastically embracing the role of defense counsel for the president.
Read MoreEd DeLaney: Management by self-satisfaction
Where does self-satisfaction lead? It leads to a governor who sees mandates on the age of smoking and the use of cell phones as bold agenda items. It
Read MoreAnne Hathaway: Gov. Holcomb’s agenda continues focus on opportunity
With Gov. Holcomb leading, our state has long recognized that to succeed we need every part of our community—businesses, workers, schools, not-for-profits, and community organizations—working together to make an economy that’s built on a foundation of the dignity of families and workers.
Read MoreDana Black: Fix Indiana’s problems before you tell the story
You can’t just talk about Indiana being a quality place. You must make it a quality place.
Read MoreGary Varvel: What we still can learn from ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’
I believe the reason this cartoon is a Christmas classic today is specifically because of this scene with Linus.
Read MoreClaire Fiddian-Green: Too many Indy children are impacted by gun violence
We must come together as a community and have an open dialogue about gun violence, however uncomfortable this might make us.
Read MoreBeverly Gard: How an idea becomes a state regulation
Rules carry the same weight as statutes, but that is where the similarities end.
Read MoreJohn McDonald: Indiana’s future in delivery is delivering
It’s clearer than ever that autonomous vehicles and things like IoT-enabled delivery solutions would be viable solutions to the increasing demand for delivery services.
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MIKE LOPRESTI: Butler’s (almost) miracle, relived by the coaches it faced
From Boeheim to Krzyzewski, the opponents weigh in on what made that Bulldog team special.
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