AUG. 5-11, 2022

Indiana economic development officials have been working overtime to help the state become a player in the burgeoning microelectronics industry. IBJ’s Mickey Shuey explains why Skywater Technology is a key player in that quest. Also this week, Dave Lindquist takes stock of the sudden surge of chicken restaurants in the Indy area, including Dave’s Hot Chicken, World Famous Hotboys, Naptown Hot Chicken and Slim Chickens. And we’re excited to introduce you to our second annual class of "20 in Their Twenties," a group of up-and-coming leaders in central Indiana.

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SkyWater project critical in microelectronics push

August 5, 2022 | Mickey Shuey

The proposed $1.8 billion semiconductor facility at Purdue University isn’t as flashy as chip-related announcements in other states, but it might be the IEDC’s most significant step so far in reviving the state’s once-booming electronics industry.

Chicken, spicy or otherwise, is hot in local restaurants

August 5, 2022 | Dave Lindquist

No fewer than a dozen chicken-centric restaurants having either just opened in the Indianapolis area or plan to do so soon.

Indy firm launches virtual-reality-focused effort to fill talent pipeline

August 5, 2022 | Susan Orr

VisionThree’s $80 million effort aims to place virtual-reality career labs in every high school, community college and university in Indiana by 2025.

Carmel’s City Center enters final stage of construction

August 5, 2022 | Daniel Bradley

Two mixed-use buildings—the Wren and Windsor—under construction this summer are the final pieces of the $300 million development that created a new core for Carmel.

Q&A: Steven Emch on building next era of Indiana leaders

August 5, 2022 | Lesley Weidenbener

Steven Emch plans to grow the size of the post-graduate Orr Fellowship program without losing the culture that has connected its participants with some of the region’s most prominent and fastest-growing companies.

Mike Lopresti: Carl Erskine’s story—The Dodger from Anderson, Jimmy’s dad

August 5, 2022 | Mike Lopresti

He was the major leaguer who made the world better around him. The teammate who stood by the side of Jackie Robinson on even the most difficult days. The father who would not allow the state to turn its back on the intellectually disabled, which included his own son.

$120M project from Elevator Hill developer picked for Jail II property

August 3, 2022 | Mickey Shuey

The firm leading ambitious redevelopment plans for the former Angie’s List campus on the east side of downtown—now known as Elevator Hill—is the city’s pick to take on the former Jail II and Arrestee Processing Center right next door.

Eyesore no more? Infamously gaudy Kessler Mansion poised for revamp as apartments

August 2, 2022 | Mickey Shuey

A principal for the house’s new owner says the firm plans to spend about $1.5 million to create upscale apartment units. Originally built in 1953, the home became known for its jumbled design styles, random statuary, oddly shaped windows and a plethora of indoor and outdoor staircases.

Cummins investing $24M in German battery startup

August 1, 2022 | Susan Orr

Cummins is investing in VoltStorage, a Munich, Germany-based company that develops and produces batteries based on redox flow technology, a more environmentally friendly alternative to lithium-ion batteries.

Even Amish furniture makers affected by international supply chain issues

August 5, 2022 | Sam Stall

Metal hardware has been in short supply the last couple of years, and one item in particular has bedeviled Amish craftsmen: drawer slides.

Editorial: Projects promise new vibrancy for downtown and its core

August 5, 2022 |

Focusing on the stasis at Circle Centre misses the excitement building in other areas with ambitious mixed-use projects finally getting under way.

Mickey Maurer: In Roe decision, justice tainted high court

August 5, 2022 | Mickey Maurer

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh misled Maine Sen. Susan Collins and the American people about his determination to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Vlad Bora and Linda Broadfoot: Rising prices are increasing food insecurity—again

August 5, 2022 | Vlad Bora and Linda Broadfoot

Food impacts every part of our health. If children and adults don’t have consistent access, they can’t concentrate, learn or work, and their bodies can’t grow properly.

Kim and Todd Saxton: Successful startups are typically team efforts

August 5, 2022 | Kim Saxton / Special to IBJ and Todd Saxton / Special to IBJ

Regardless of the analogy, a startup team must incorporate diverse talents but with a common set of core values and a passion for the problem being solved and the solution.

Pete the Planner: Talk. It will improve your finances and relationship.

August 5, 2022 | Peter Dunn

I lived in a world of blissful ignorance. So does your husband.

Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: Recession or not, the economy could be worse

August 5, 2022 | Cecil Bohanon and John Horowitz

We suspect inflation will eventually be conquered. We give even odds as to whether inflation has peaked.

Letters: Where are fathers in abortion debate?

August 4, 2022 |

I do not understand recreational sex without birth control (IUDs, the pill, the shot, male condoms, female condoms, vasectomies, etc.) What is wrong with the concept of individual responsibility?

IU Health reevaluating scope of $2.68B downtown hospital campus

July 29, 2022 | John Russell

The Indianapolis-based hospital system said in financial filing Thursday that the review comes in light of higher-than expected patient demand during the pandemic, inflation and sustainability goals.

Kite expects to secure financing for Pan Am Plaza project by end of year

August 2, 2022 | Mickey Shuey

Kite Realty Group Trust and Capital Improvement Board of Marion County officials said they’re on track to meet a deadline to finish all pre-construction and financing work by the end of 2022. They also released new images for the proposed development.

Appraisals set minimum price for Grand Park Sports Campus at $85M

August 2, 2022 | Daniel Bradley

The city of Westfield on Monday released the results of two appraisals that will be used when it considers a deal with companies interested in owning or operating Grand Park Sports Campus.

Books & Brews chain continues to shrink with south-side closure

August 2, 2022 | IBJ Staff

Planned closures on the south side of Indianapolis and in Zionsville will leave Books & Brews with just two locations, down from 10 in 2019.

Iowa-based grocery chain Hy-Vee planning store in Fishers

August 2, 2022 | Daniel Bradley

The Hy-Vee grocery chain, which already announced plans to build a supermarket in Zionsville, also is planning a store in Fishers, the grocer confirmed Tuesday.