CIB poised to vote on Pacers retention deal during Friday meeting
A major deal to keep the Pacers in Indianapolis for decades is expected to be voted on Friday during a meeting of the Capital Improvement Board.
Mickey Shuey
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Indiana Fever, Salesforce sign multiyear sponsorship agreement
The Indiana Fever on Wednesday announced a multiyear sponsorship with Salesforce that will make the tech firm the team’s new jersey sponsor.
Long-simmering church redevelopment project in Cumberland receives tax breaks
Work finally has begun on construction of a 60-unit apartment project for seniors behind the former St. John United Church of Christ, which will receive $1.5 million in preservation work.
Indians planning high-end club that allows fans to mingle
About $2 million in upgrades to Victory Field are scheduled to begin after the 2019 season concludes in September, most notably an overhaul of the existing suite area behind home plate.
Tiny-house enclave by Lucas Oil Stadium offers tourists pint-sized lodging
The so-called Tiny House Hotel is a big part of an effort to attract fans of miniature abodes to the city.
Shell of former gas station on cusp of Meridian-Kessler to become office building
Real estate agent and nearby resident Kelly Lavengood says she was inspired by other rehab projects in the area to buy and renovate the former Pure Oil gas station on 38th Street.
Bid for controversial health, family center in Broad Ripple Park up for city approval
The Metropolitan Development Commission next week is expected to see, and vote on, the proposal. Some area residents have objected to the use of park space for businesses.
Harrison Centre in Lawrence once again up for sale
The building, 9105 E. 56th St., anchors the 20-acre Harrison Commerce Park at Fort Harrison. The property has changed hands three times in the past eight years.
Downtown hotel coalition launches ad campaign against CIB funding bill
A coalition opposed to the development of two downtown convention hotels plans to launch a “significant” multimedia advertising campaign Thursday with hopes of swaying the public—and lawmakers—on the issue.
Last large undeveloped Meridian Hills plat for sale
A 4.3-acre, wooded site along Meridian Street in Washington Township that has sat vacant and undeveloped for decades is on the market for $1.9 million.
IPS eyes Broad Ripple High School for redevelopment opportunities
Broad Ripple High School has been vacant for nearly one year, and Indianapolis Public Schools is weighing its options for what can be done with the site. The district hopes the possibility of a new mixed-use development there will entice local developers to consider investing.
Symphony explores office move from Washington Street landmark
The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra is conducting a feasibility study on its office space needs that could lead it to leave the 17-story, 107-year-old building it owns behind Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Saraga to open expansive international grocery store near Castleton Square
The locally based international grocery store chain has acquired a long-vacant Target store in Castleton and the adjoining retail center.
Purdue’s Painter could earn big bonus bucks with deep NCAA run
The men’s basketball coach already has racked up more than $160,000 in bonuses, based on his team’s performance so far this season.
Gershman, Citimark buy Gold Building, two adjacent properties
The deal includes the Gold Building and the office building at 251 E. Ohio St., both of which have struggled with low occupancy in recent years.
Attorney renovates bank near criminal justice center campus, seeks office tenants
The owner of Dean-Webster Legal LLC and her husband bought the 1.7-acre parcel last year and hope to attract other professionals who want a straight shot up Southeastern Avenue to the campus.
Lucas Oil Stadium in line to get $7M in Wi-Fi improvements
The wireless infrastructure at Lucas Oil Stadium could see significant improvements in the coming months as part of a three-way deal between the Colts, the Capital Improvement Board and Verizon.
Aldi plans new store in former Marsh at north-side shopping center
The Germany-based discount grocery chain has leased about 22,000 square feet and will occupy a little more than a third of the former Marsh Supermarket space.
Pacers ticket sales, ratings rise as playoffs near
Boosted by the fifth-highest winning record in the 30-team NBA, the team has seen home attendance rise 4.6 percent and TV ratings climb 6 percent, compared with this time last year.
Indy Eleven, WISH-TV agree to two-year broadcast deal
The deal will see WISH-TV and WNDY-TV split a 20-game slate for Indy Eleven’s 2019 season.