Butler seeks approvals for new presidential residence by campus
The school intends to demolish an existing residence and build the new house before late 2026, which coincides with the end of President James Danko’s contract with the school.
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Stellantis puts massive Tipton manufacturing complex on the market
Operations at the 781,500-square-foot Tipton Transmission Plant, which includes three buildings and spans 103 acres, were quietly suspended last summer.
Republic, Blue Polymers seek $9.9M in tax breaks on south-side recycling complex
Together called the Polymer Recycling Complex, the two side-by-side buildings are expected to work together to recycle plastics from curbside collection and then use that recycled plastic to create new products.
Students at UIndy benefit from real-world engineering experiences
DesignSpine has been part of the University of Indianapolis engineering curriculum since the school was started in 2017, spurred by a $5 million gift from the Indianapolis-based R.B. Annis Educational Foundation.
Busy season at Indianapolis Motor Speedway kicks off with big eclipse event
IBJ spoke this week with IMS President Doug Boles about how ticket sales are going for the Indy 500, whether a return of Formula One is on the horizon and Roger Penkse’s continued investment in the track.
Montessori school takes over former Purdue Polytechnic building in Broad Ripple
Peanut Montessori acquired the 12,100-square-foot brick building along Broad Ripple Avenue on Monday and plans to move its operations to the property later this year.
High-end Japanese steakhouse to open north of Monument Circle
The downtown location of Harmony Steakhouse, which is expected to feature modern interior design, will occupy nearly 7,550 square feet on the first floor of the building, as well as 1,200 square feet of patio space.
NBA could see deeper relationship with Indy after All-Star hosting ‘success,’ exec says
The NBA could explore bringing more events to Indianapolis in coming years following what the league considers to have been a successful All-Star Weekend that drew more than 190,000 people.
Foreclosure suit filed against owner of Wilshaw hotel property
Officials with the town of Speedway, which is not named in the lawsuit, said they are “carefully monitoring” the situation and in communication with the developers on the matter.
Incoming Pacers CEO ready for role after overseeing $400M Gainbridge renovation
When Mel Raines takes over in June from retiring longtime Pacers executive Rick Fuson, she will be the first female chief executive in franchise history and only the third active female top executive for an NBA franchise.
Amended bill would retain taxing district but some could opt out
An Indiana Senate committee on Tuesday adopted an amendment to a bill originally aimed at disbanding the recently-created Mile Square economic enhancement district, essentially keeping the designation in place, but with several changes.
Owner of downtown’s Capital Center listing two-tower complex for sale
Zeller Property Group, which purchased the 648,000-square-foot property in 2018 for $63 million, has spent more than $18 million to revamp the property. But its occupancy rate is just 61%.
Photo gallery: NBA All-Star Weekend draws to close with events, record-setting game
Visitors and residents took part in the final day of NBA All-Star Weekend on Sunday, with thousands flocking to the Indiana Convention Center for Jr. NBA events and Crossover, followed by the NBA All-Star Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Photo gallery: A jam-packed, star-studded Saturday downtown
Big crowds took over downtown Indianapolis—including venues like the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium—to celebrate the penultimate day of NBA All-Star Weekend.
Photo gallery: Snow wallops downtown amid Friday’s All-Star events
Fans were out in force on Friday celebrating NBA All-Star Weekend, despite a heavy dose of snow that began early in the afternoon. Here are some of our favorite photos from throughout the day.
After All-Star showcase, what’s left for Indy to host?
While Indianapolis hasn’t yet exited the haze of NBA All-Star Weekend, local sports and tourism officials are already pondering what comes next.
Photo gallery: NBA All-Star Weekend kicks off in Indy
NBA All-Star Weekend kicked off Wednesday with a Tip-Off celebration, Q&A with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver and the first looks at the Crossover fan event.
NBA All-Star Weekend begins with salute to Oscar Robertson
The Tip-Off event at Bicentennial Unity Plaza recognized Oscar Robertson’s legacy and set a festive tone for three days of NBA All-Star activities in Indianapolis.
NBA chief Adam Silver praises Pacers, local organizers ahead of All-Star Weekend
Speaking during an Economic Club of Indiana luncheon at the Indiana Convention Center, Silver said the partnership exhibited by city and state leaders when Indianapolis hosts big events is “different” than what’s found in other markets around the league.
City, Indy Chamber continue push against repeal of downtown tax district
The city was joined by Indy Chamber and City-County Council President Vop Osili in opposing a proposed county-wide tax provision that would replace the downtown tax district.