MARCH 22-28, 2024
Purdue University has its sights set on turning some mostly undeveloped land on the northeast portion of IUPUI into the heart of its new Indianapolis satellite campus. But its aspirations go well beyond the real estate. Mickey Shuey outlines the plan to draw more students interested in engineering and business, including through new degree programs. Also in this week’s issue, Daniel Bradley serves up the story of a Mexican restaurant group in Fishers that already has 15 locations. And Susan Orr explains how local businesses are preparing for the inevitable disruptions that will come with the solar eclipse on April 8.
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Ambition drives CEO as Mexican restaurant group expands
Paul Arechiga is CEO of Fishers-based Arechiga Restaurant Group. The company has nine Mexican restaurants in the Indianapolis area and five more in suburban Chicago.
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Purdue eager for its next Indy era
Purdue University has its sights set on turning some mostly underdeveloped land on the northeastern portion of IUPUI into the heart of its new Indianapolis satellite campus.
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Businesses prepare for eclipse-related complications, disruptions
Some local workplaces’ plans include everything from shifting delivery and staffing schedules to paring back operations to working remotely—or even taking the day off.
Read MoreHolcomb to candidates: Give details on agenda
The governor is urging the candidates vying to replace him to focus on issues related to the state’s economy, workforce and quality of life, and to develop plans to address the biggest challenges in those areas.
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Derek Schultz: Indy’s Madness moments
Indy’s frequent placement as a host location, including being in both the men’s and women’s Final Four rotation, has given the city the opportunity to witness historic feats and incredible moments.
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Former grocery building now a high-end home
The building sits on land that Israel Traub, a German-Swiss immigrant, purchased in 1854 for a grocery store he opened in 1866, according to the St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood Association.
Read MoreMade in Indiana: Popcorn bourbon by Journeyman Distillery
Behind the bourbon: Popcorn Bourbon, which pays tribute to lifelong Valparaiso resident Orville Redenbacher—considered one of the most prominent food scientists and businessmen to popularize at-home popcorn products—was created to commemorate the city’s annual Popcorn Festival. What’s in it: Using barrels from Kentucky, the bourbon is made with mostly Indiana-grown popcorn, as indicated by its […]
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Former HHGregg HQ campus on market as industrial park, lures new-to-Indiana tenants
Indianapolis-based Citimark has already leased about one-quarter of the old appliance retailer’s home at 4151 E. 96th St.—which it acquired in December 2021 for $14 million—to a pair of companies that will use their spaces for showroom, office and warehousing purposes.
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State says Marion County Fair Board leader improperly used public funds
The Indiana State Board of Accounts has ordered Cindy Mowery—a prominent player in local politics—to pay more than $12,000 after an investigation found she inappropriately used public funds to pay for painting done at her personal residence.
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Two former IU Health nurses face state disciplinary action for allegedly sharing photos of patient
The Indiana Attorney General’s Office filed administrative complaints this month with the state nursing board against the nurses in connection with the incidents.
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IU lands $20M donation to establish lung cancer research center
The gift, announced Tuesday morning, is from local philanthropist Julie Wood, in honor of her late husband, Tom Wood, a prominent car dealer who died of lung cancer in 2010 at age 78.
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Indiana Sen. Jean Breaux dies after long illness
Breaux, who died Wednesday, issued a statement Monday saying she wanted to “focus on enjoying the time I have left surrounded by my loved ones.”
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Nate Feltman becomes sole owner of IBJ Media
IBJ Media CEO and Publisher Nate Feltman purchased the shares of Indianapolis businessmen Mickey Maurer and Bob Schloss this month.
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Demand continues to outpace supply, but sales volume increase is expected
Experts say this year will see a continuation of the same pattern that’s governed the market since before the pandemic—too many buyers chasing not enough listings—with higher interest rates complicating the picture.
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Editorial: Holcomb’s decision to sign bill gutting access law is disappointing
A veto would have sent a clear signal that government transparency is important in Indiana.
Read MoreNate Feltman: Why I’m thrilled to lead IBJ Media’s next chapter
We expanded our podcast offerings, increased the number and types of events, improved our digital experience, enhanced our custom content division, purchased Inside INdiana Business and began to expand statewide.
Read MoreHeather Ennis: Hoosier manufacturing’s renaissance is riding on rail
What makes our state such a hotbed for American manufacturing is a first-class intermodal freight network of highways, waterways and railroad tracks that gives our manufacturing, agriculture, mining, distribution and trade sectors a distinct advantage.
Read MoreDave Arland: New Indiana law is a blow to government transparency
House Bill 1338—cloaked as a “public meeting decorum” bill—was stuffed with a poisonous amendment at the 11th hour and just 11 days before the end of the 2024 session.
Read MoreBarb Cutillo: Lessons from the NBA’s playbook on team management
To continue to move our organizations forward, we need managers and leaders who know how to build, direct and engage high-performing teams, and the NBA All-Stars provide some inspiration.
Read MoreJalene Hahn: Bracket predictions and investing: Lessons for success
When I think about the March Madness experience, I find parallels in investing.
Read MoreCecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: Fed should lower inflation further before touching rates
The U.S. Federal Reserve has a tremendous responsibility to stabilize the value of the U.S. dollar.
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Italian restaurant Rosemary and Olive planned for former Mimi Blue location
The ownership group of Rosemary and Olive is made up of veteran restaurateurs George Stergiopoulous, Elif Ozdemir and Gino Pizzi.
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Carb Day concert to feature George Thorogood, Gin Blossoms
The Carb Day concert is one of three music events leading up to the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.
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Farmers market moving from City Market to Monument Circle in 2024
The Original Farmers’ Market, typically held outside of the City Market on East Market Street, will take place on the southwest quadrant of Monument Circle this year due to the closure of the City Market for a redevelopment project.
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Downtown Thai restaurant and jazz bar closing after 10 years in operation
Bangkok Restaurant & Bar, which regularly featured live musicians, opened in late 2013, filling space previously occupied by former restaurant chain Charlie & Barney’s.
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Burlington plans department store at downtown’s Claypool Court
A 23,000-square-foot Burlington department store is expected to open this fall in the lower level of Claypool Court in space previously occupied by the Rhythm! Discovery Center.
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