JUNE 23-29, 2014
Indiana University Health wants to consolidate its University and Methodist hospitals into one downtown location, a plan that would see one or both facilities close or be converted to another use. J.K. Wall has the story on the plan that will reshape downtown's health care landscape. Also in this week's issue, we present our annual ranking of the largest and fastest-growing companies in the state—the 2014 Indiana 100. And in A&E, Lou Harry noshes at North End Barbecue.
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WIBC taking big risk by weaving news with opinions
The decision earlier this month by WIBC-FM 93.1 to part ways with longtime newsman and host Steve Simpson has many radio listeners and advertisers wondering if straight-up news radio is dead.
Read MoreAngie’s List Grand Prix sponsorship targets service providers
It was no surprise that the Indianapolis Motor Speedway approached the Indianapolis-based consumer-review service about sponsorship of the Grand Prix of Indianapolis before the inaugural event in May. But the first response from Angie’s List CEO Bill Oesterle was no.
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Record number of Hoosier upstarts hunt for investors
Indiana companies are lining up for private investments in record numbers—a trend driven by the growth of dozens of Indianapolis technology companies that have left the startup stage and want to quickly hire and expand.
Read MoreLate Pacers slump didn’t slow season-ticket renewals
The season-ticket renewal rate for next season is around 93 percent, and season-ticket sales are 15 percent ahead of last season, said Todd Taylor, the team’s chief marketing and sales officer.
Read MoreCottage Home neighborhood attracts another single-family housing project
A local developer plans to build 14 houses in the up-and-coming neighborhood as part of a project that could include a two-story mixed-use development along East 10th Street.
Read MoreFledgling local organization crusading for innovation
Jerry McColgin saw firsthand the power of innovation during his 15 years at Whirlpool Corp., starting on the factory floor and working up to lead an Evansville-based team of 35 people scattered across 17 countries.
Read MoreLilly, IU expect $25M plan to create new model for drug R&D
A new research consortium spearheaded by the Indiana University School of Medicine and Eli Lilly and Co. could bring in $25 million to $50 million over five years to create a new approach for developing drugs that provide more precise treatment for small groups of patients.
Read MoreCarmel retailers play defense against U.S. 31 construction
Business has skidded for some eateries along the corridor as work crews transform it into a limited access highway. Proprietors are reaching out to customers with promotions but gripping the bottom line.
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EDITORIAL: Legislate some common sense on cold beer
Twenty minutes for a can. Forty minutes for a bottle. That’s how long a semi-scientific study by the website Gizmodo determined it takes to turn a warm beer into a cold one—by using a freezer or putting the beer on ice.
Read MoreMAURER: Rep. Young’s social impact bond idea is a winner
Invite the business community to efficiently solve some of society’s most pressing problems.
Read MoreRUSTHOVEN: Tea Party victories send wrong message
One benefit of writing a regular column is reader feedback. Occasional kind comments from friends are, of course, encouraging. But critiques are more frequent and often more interesting.
Read MoreGUNDERMAN; MUTZ: We’re now worshipping numbers
“You can’t manage what you can’t measure.” It is difficult to think of an adage more universally endorsed in business, government, not-for-profits and throughout our culture. Every enterprise wants to demonstrate its success through measurable outcomes—whether reduced wait times in the Veterans Administration health system, increased student test scores in the Atlanta public school system, or profits in a business.
Read MoreHicks: Accountants derail irresponsible governments
New Government Accounting Standards Board rules require state and municipal governments to report their pensions in ways more like that of private sector pensions.
Read MoreKim: Envy can be dangerous to your financial health
If your employer offered to double your salary, would you jump at the chance? In a rational world, you’d take that deal 100 times out of 100. However, you’ll probably be surprised to learn how we make a “no brainer” decision like this depends on whether someone else is involved.
Read MoreScales was pilloried
The [June 16] front page story about Councilor Christine Scales was very disappointing. It seems to me that what is missing at virtually all political levels are individuals who will in fact stand upon principles. Despite partisan bickering in the council, the city administration—Republican or Democrat—eventually seems to get what it wants.
Read MoreGregg’s priorities faulty
John Gregg [June 16 Forefront] says Republicans are being Chicken Little because they want to do something rational like stopping spending more than we have.
Read MoreAnthem works with autism
The tone of the [June 16] story “Insurance changes put state’s autism industry on edge” implies that an adversarial relationship exists between the autism community and insurers, including Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. In fact, the opposite is true.
Read MoreRusthoven disparages conservative trend
While I have the greatest respect and admiration for Peter Rusthoven’s public service under President Reagan, I take issue with his June 9 Taking Issue column. It almost sounded as if Rusthoven leans Democrat!
Read MoreVoters should do their jobs
State Sen. Jim Smith claims in his [June 2] letter to the editor that Doug Masson missed most of the story regarding the legislation to repeal the 17th Amendment.
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Chamber Orchestra lands $600K gift
The Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra’s latest fundraising initiative, launching later this year, received a sizable kick-start thanks to a $600,000 gift from an anonymous donor.
Read MoreSecond man serving time in Ball State fraud scandal
A Brooklyn, N.Y., man was sentenced to three years in prison for his role in an investment fraud scheme that cost Ball State University $13.1 million.
Read MoreBill would force feds to recognize startups
U.S. Rep. Andre Carson, D-Indianapolis, wants to help startups compete for federal contracts and obtain access to loans.
Read MoreMerck’s exit pushes Endocyte shares lower
Shares of Endocyte Inc. skidded 15 percent Wednesday after industry giant Merck & Co. Inc. decided it would give up on developing Endocyte cancer drug vintafolide.
Read MoreWashington Prime buys Clay Terrace stake from Lauth
Simon Property Group spinoff Washington Prime Group on Monday announced deals worth about $326 million involving at least seven shopping centers, including Clay Terrace in Carmel.
Read MorePROXY CORNER: Angie’s List Inc.
Angie’s List Inc., 1030 E. Washington St., Indianapolis, operates a consumer website that reviews and rates local professionals for home, health care and automotive services.
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