APRIL 25-MAY 1, 2016
Roughly half of the big-money donors who helped propel Republican Mike Pence into the Governor’s Office in 2012 appear to be sitting out his re-election effort this year—or are at least waiting to see what happens in his battle with Democrat John Gregg. Hayleigh Colombo digs into the campaign finance records. Also in this week’s issue, Scott Olson reports on a proposed development in Broad Ripple that could become the Village’s tallest. And in Focus, Anthony Schoettle explains how Indianapolis Motor Speedway is working to meet revved-up demand for hospitality events.
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Firms put new software engineers on training fast track
A new trend in tech companies toward in-house apprenticeships for new employees reflects an increased desire to orient entry-level programmers without taxing veterans.
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Some prior Pence donors pull back
Many big donors who helped propel Republican Mike Pence into the Governor’s Office appear to be sitting out his re-election effort or are waiting to write checks.
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Development could be Broad Ripple’s tallest yet
A large mixed-use project proposed for Broad Ripple would rise even above the development under construction on College Avenue that stirred strong opposition among some residents.
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Safety, revenue motivate desires for more streetlights
Joe Hogsett said more streetlights, for safer streets, would be one of his first priorities as mayor. Nearly four months after taking office, the administration is still in discussions with Indianapolis Power & Light Co.
Read MorePresidential primary is work for local strategists
Presidential candidates often rely on seasoned political locals–the folks who know a state inside and out–to help make inroads with local voters.
Read MoreQuestions abound as HHGregg tries to right itself
After all the turmoil, investors are eager for signs that interim CEO Robert Riesbeck is righting the ship.
Read MoreEmployee shortage prompts Hamilton County initiative
The “Work! Hamilton County, IN” initiative was announced Tuesday, along with the results of a recent workforce development survey.
Read MoreCalumet shares plummet on dropped dividend, higher debt
Shares in Indianapolis-based Calumet Specialty Products Partners fell 30 percent in after-hours trading Friday and dropped another 53 percent Monday morning.
Read MoreBallard joins UIndy institute as visiting fellow
Former Mayor Greg Ballard has joined the University of Indianapolis as a visiting fellow of the Institute for Civic Leadership & Mayoral Archives, UIndy announced Wednesday morning.
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Indy-area office space filling up, with more big tenants in wings
Research from one brokerage shows office vacancy in the metro area dipping to 15.6 percent last quarter, the lowest rate since 2008.
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Speedway officials hope to capitalize on revved-up demand for historic Indy 500
With a sellout crowd anticipated for May and all 145 permanent hospitality suites gone, Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials must figure out how to bring customers back for the 101st race.
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EDITORIAL: High court sides with secrecy in legislator email case
The ultimate losers from the decision were the people of Indiana, who stand to benefit from an open and transparent government.
Read MoreMAURER: Mickey’s Camp offerings span centuries
From muzzle loaders to 3-D printers to IU basketball, this year’s fundraiser has breadth.
Read MoreMADDOX: Let’s better protect our retirement accounts
The truth is, the financial services industry is a crazy quilt of good and bad options.
Read MorePETERSON: Time is right for state-funded preschool
The case for broad, state funding for preschool has always been strong. Three recent developments make it overwhelming. First, Marion County families are demanding high-quality preschool for their children. For the second straight year, there have been more than twice as many applications for financial support as there are available scholarships. Parents care about their […]
Read MoreKIM: The NFL draft exposes behavioral-finance truths
The NFL draft is rife with false beliefs and destructive decision-making. The same could be said of investing.
Read MoreBOHANON & STYRING: With collective decisions, no one is fully satisfied
When we vote for someone, we vote for a whole bundle of positions, predilections and philosophies.
Read MoreMass Ave parking issues haven’t turned into crisis
IBJ ignores obvious counter-evidence of the “parking problem”: new storefront businesses and restaurants continue to regularly open on Mass Ave and sufficient customers are apparently able to get to them and keep them in business (however they get there).
Read MoreIntolerance undermining Indianapolis’ progress
Our state is in danger of becoming ostracized by business leaders, and a laughing stock in the eyes of decent people throughout the world.
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UPDATE: Records show Stutzman billed campaign for family trip
Documents show that Marlin Stutzman’s Senate campaign paid more than $2,000 for four airline tickets to Los Angeles in August and covered expenses for a hotel. Stutzman’s spokesman said he repaid the campaign fund last week for the family’s portion of the trip.
Read MoreCNO Financial acquires stake in investment firm
The deal also calls for CNO to make general account investments of about $250 million over an undisclosed period of time. It also agreed invest $30 million in TCP's publicly traded business development company, TCP Capital Corp.
Read MoreVeteran economic development exec takes Morgan County job
Mike Dellinger has been named executive director of the Morgan County Economic Development Corp.
Read MoreUPDATE: Court rules Indiana lawmakers can keep emails private
Indiana lawmakers can keep private their email correspondence with lobbying groups and businesses under a ruling from the state Supreme Court released Tuesday.
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