Hirons CEO talks crisis communications, female leadership and AI
Deana Haworth has been able to combine her passion for helping clients tell their stories with the entrepreneurial skills she learned watching and working with her parents.
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With Indianapolis Melting Pot honored as best in chain, franchisee eyes expansion
Melting Pot launched in Florida in 1975, when communal dining associated with fondue was a prominent social trend.
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Upgraded outdoor concert stage planned at Indiana State Fairgrounds
A $4 million project at the Indiana State Fairgrounds includes a new concert stage and a makeover for Celebration Park.
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UPDATE: Buc-ee’s eyes Indianapolis area for first Indiana location
Multiple sources told IBJ the company has been exploring potential locations across the state for years, and it appears officials are nearing a deal. More than one location in central Indiana also is a possibility.
Flight cancellations hit airports on first day of FAA reductions 3:12 pm
Airlines canceled hundreds of U.S. flights Friday—the highest number since the government shutdown began, but relatively few cancellations involved Indianapolis. Meanwhile, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said U.S. flight cuts could eventually climb beyond 10% if the shutdown continues.
Homebuilders hope new fees yield quicker approvals 2:00 pm
The Department of Business and Neighborhood Services will more than double the cost for some permits next year, including those for building a new home or commercial structure in Indianapolis.
AI tools allow startups to drastically reduce their initial costs 2:00 pm
Artificial intelligence is making it less expensive to start and operate a company—and potentially reducing these startups’ reliance on venture funding.
Carmel family restoring pre-Civil War home once marked for destruction 2:00 pm
Fox Sports lets go of Mark Sanchez, hires Drew Brees as NFL analyst 1:19 pm
Nightmare on Edgewood to close after nearly 5 decades of scares 1:05 pm
NCAA revokes eligibility of 6 more college basketball players as betting probe continues 12:52 pm
Rokita encourages Trump to send the National Guard to Indy to fight crime 12:37 pm
Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges 12:32 pm
Fight continues over proposed ban on driver’s license gender changes 12:21 pm
Trump administration moves to loosen restrictions it once supported on pollutant 12:15 pm
Indianapolis-based Ren Inc. lands big growth investment from Boston-based investor 10:18 am
Indiana lawmakers’ nuclear energy push pays off earlier than expected 9:00 am
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