Simons give Indianapolis’ MLS efforts a big boost, experts say
The Simon family’s involvement in the city’s effort to attract a Major League Soccer team might have been the worst-kept secret in Indianapolis.
Mickey Shuey
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Q&A: IU basketball player making a play with software platform for college athletics
IU basketball player Anthony Leal is building his company, Motion Sports, as a go-to platform for collegiate athletic programs.
City staffers seek more details on contentious Devington Plaza revamp, recommend denial of rezoning
The company’s current proposal calls for a two-phase, $100 million overhaul including more than 500 apartments, 35,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, townhouses and a hotel.
Braun says state would ‘regret’ not pursuing Indianapolis MLS team
Gov. Mike Braun confirmed he was among the state and local officials who met with MLS Commissioner Don Garber during his visit to Indianapolis this week amid the city’s push for a professional soccer team.
Simon-owned PS&E says it’s ‘part of conversations’ about Indy MLS effort
Mel Raines, the CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, confirmed the company’s involvement Monday night, although she declined to specify whether it was stepping in as an investor.
MLS commissioner attends Pacers game with Hogsett amid expansion talks
The game capped off a day of meetings between Garber and Hogsett, his deputies and some state officials, a source familiar with his plans told IBJ.
Photos: Downtown’s luxury InterContinental hotel opens after $110M rehab
The 170-room luxury hotel at 17 W. Market St., made its public debut Monday following a rehabilitation project to the historic building that began in 2018.
Photo gallery: Pro volleyball All-Star Match draws full house to Fishers Event Center
In addition to traditional sales, many local volleyball clubs, collegiate programs and youth organizations were provided tickets, as well as through partnerships with the Hamilton County Sports Authority and Indiana Sports Corp.
With InterContinental and Aloft now open downtown, what’s next in the hotel pipeline?
More than $1 billion in hotels and associated projects is under construction or set to begin in the next 12 months. Another several hundred million dollars’ worth of investment is under consideration or in the planning stages.
EV, battery manufacturers moving ahead on projects despite Trump’s views, actions
Potential rollbacks of Biden-era policies that incentivized electric vehicle production and ownership have stirred apprehension among some local economic development officials across the state.
BorgWarner to close Noblesville facility, cut jobs in restructuring effort
The Michigan-based company told IBJ that work has been underway since October to move employees from the Noblesville Technical Center to a similar facility elsewhere in Indiana. More than 20 people are expected to lose their jobs in the transition.
Indy airport board approves plans for $206M hotel. Here’s when it could open.
The vote comes just under a year after the budget for the hotel was slashed by $57 million.
Pro volleyball set to bring all-star match to Fishers on Saturday
Several Indianapolis-area celebrities are expected to attend the match and participate in its pageantry. The event will also feature a pre-game show and numerous opportunities for spectators at the arena to participate in person and through social media.
After years of construction, downtown Indy’s newest luxury hotel opens this month
After six years of construction and expensive delays, The InterContinental Hotel is accepting bookings. Here’s when visitors can book stays and what it could cost.
Home developer Onyx+East requests abatement for $17.5M project along Monon
The $17.5 million project, known as Monon 21, is expected to bring townhomes and single-family dwellings to the 3.5-acre site at 2060 Yandes St.
Devington Plaza task force unveils ideas as residents, developer look for path forward
The neighborhood proposal comes as the group pushes New York-based Skysoar Capital Partners to reconsider its plan for the nearly abandoned site.
Local Scouting America council set to sell Indy headquarters, western Indiana camp
The Crossroads of America Council is selling the properties in hopes of securing financial stability after several years of losses.
Hendricks fine-tuning plans for $300M first phase of Circle Centre revamp
The developer behind the planned overhaul of Circle Centre Mall could start construction work on the $600 million project by the end of this year.
Gray Brothers plans to close Mooresville cafeteria, sell building for $10M
Third-generation owner Jason Gray told IBJ plans for after the sale—including when and where the beloved restaurant will reopen—are still in the works.
Uncertainty over impact of tariffs leaves aftermarket manufacturer anxious
Anderson-based StagUSA Services Inc. manufactures aftermarket products allow vehicles to run on alternative fuels like compressed natural gas and propane. The company imports propane tanks from Mexico and other components from Poland.