Emmis Corp. to make another attempt to go private
Emmis Corp. CEO Jeff Smulyan says he believes his fourth pitch to take the Indianapolis-based media company private will be successful.
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From ‘Good Bones’ to IndyGo videos, Jake Huber helps Indiana look sharp
The videographer has produced five seasons of “Music in Transit,” an online series that showcases music performances on an IndyGo bus, and has worked on all eight seasons of the “Good Bones” HGTV home renovation show.
Jim Irsay announces encore of memorabilia exhibition, concert at Lucas Oil Stadium
The concert and exhibition of pop culture artifacts owned by the Indianapolis Colts owner follows a similar event staged last year before the beginning of the NFL season.
Rudy Sarzo to bring Quiet Riot to Indiana State Fair as a labor of legacy
Bass player Rudy Sarzo is back in the lineup of Quiet Riot, the band that shook up the music scene by emphasizing “Metal Health” in 1983.
State’s first Taco Bell Cantina planned in downtown Indianapolis
A franchise operator for Taco Bell Cantina, known for serving beer, wine, sangria, Baha Blast margaritas and Twisted Freezes spiked with rum, tequila or vodka, has signed a lease for a prominent downtown location.
National swine show, athletic events announced for new fairgrounds building
Indiana State Fairgrounds officials opened the 196,000-square-foot Indiana Farm Bureau Fall Creek Pavilion on Thursday, sharing announcements of national events already scheduled for the venue that has replaced the Swine Barn.
Rapper studied Indianapolis neighborhoods to make ‘Deep Currents’ EP
Seaux Chill, otherwise known as Nabil Ince, wrote and recorded five songs after being awarded a grant from the Joyce Foundation in June 2022.
SweeTies cupcake shops close in Indianapolis, Fishers
SweeTies Gourmet Treats, a cake and cupcakes business, was co-founded in 2009 by two-time Super Bowl champion Rosevelt Colvin and his wife, Tiffany Colvin.
Indy Jazz Fest unveils lineup featuring White River State Park finale
Sheila E., Pat Metheny and Boney James are set to perform as part of this year’s Indy Jazz Fest, scheduled Sept. 18-30 at four Indianapolis venues.
Scott Wise cites labor shortage in closure of Roots restaurant location
The longtime restaurateur said challenges related to recruiting employees and inflation factored in the recent closure of one of three Roots Burger Bar locations.
Funding challenges await new leaders at arts groups
Many donors who support Indianapolis arts organizations are asking the same question during a time of significant turnover in leadership: “Are things going to change?”
Taggart to host New Age spin on Shakespeare comedy ‘Love’s Labor’s Lost’
The production places its characters in a modern secluded sanctuary where four young men want to be smart but are proven to be otherwise through battle-of-the-sexes escapades.
UPDATE: Eagles to play two nights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
The iconic rock band initially announced an Oct. 9 show at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Following presale transactions on Wednesday, the Eagles added an Oct. 10 performance.
Indiana to host Farm Aid benefit concert for third time
Farm Aid founders Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp will top the bill at Ruoff Music Center.
Deep-fried corn on a stick among 30 new vendor items at Indiana State Fair
More than 140 food and beverage stands will serve customers at this year’s fair, which is scheduled July 28-Aug. 20.
Beef & Boards production aims to sustain the swing of Duke Ellington’s legacy
Revue of Duke Ellington standards includes “Take the ‘A’ Train,” “Caravan” and “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing).”
Chilly Water Brewing plans Greenwood location
Chilly Water is targeting a late-August opening in a 1,200-square-foot space that adds a Johnson County location to two existing spots in Indianapolis..
Indianapolis Motor Speedway to host ‘Shark Tank’ casting call
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway open casting call represents the first step toward making an on-air “Shark Tank” pitch.
Made in Indiana: Reggae Sangria by Easley Winery
Company history: Easley Winery opened in 1974 as one of the first post-Prohibition commercial wineries in Indiana. Founders Jack and Joan Easley planted their initial vineyards in Crawford County in 1972, one year after the Indiana Small Winery Act made it possible for wineries to sell directly to the public. Mark Easley, son of Jack […]
Acquisitions, honors elevate stature of Indiana online media companies
Static Media, Uncovered and Audily—three media companies launched in Indiana—are growing thanks to acquisitions and outside recognition.