NOVEMBER 6-12, 2017
As vendor contracts expire at Indianapolis International Airport—and a slew of them lapse at the end of 2018, a decade after the terminal’s opening—officials are embarking on a project to freshen up the retail and restaurant offerings. Susan Orr explores what’s in store. Also in this week’s issue, Scott Olson gets a handle on the slowing growth of the craft-brew industry. And you can learn about 22 local leaders of distinction in our Women of Influence section.
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Indy airport embarks on retail refresh
As vendor contracts expire at Indianapolis International Airport—and a slew of them lapse at the end of 2018, a decade after the terminal’s opening—officials are embarking on a project to freshen up the offerings.
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Craft brew industry continues to grow but loses froth
The explosive growth in craft breweries is starting to slow in Indiana, and a smattering of players have gone out of business. Yet industry observers remain bullish on the market.
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IUPUI wants to graduate ‘woke’ teachers
The School of Education at IUPUI is splitting from its sibling at Indiana University in Bloomington so it can lean into conversations about race and social justice that are exploding across the country.
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Assessing Elanco options: sale, spinoff or status quo?
Lilly CEO David Ricks says the time is right “to consider a variety of options to maximize future value,” such as an initial public offering. But analysts say an IPO would make more sense if Elanco were performing better.
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New boss leads diversification effort at Zionsville marketing firm
CSM Sport & Entertainment General Manager Ashlee Huffman called 2017 “challenging.”
It certainly was eventful.
App lets shoppers funnel cash to charities
A year ago, Pam and Tom Cooper launched Boosterville Inc., which uses an app to connect cause-driven shoppers to businesses willing to donate a portion of sales to a charity the consumer chooses.
Read MoreEfforts to remake Brownsburg’s downtown in progress
Four projects totaling about $85 million, including three already under construction, will bring apartments, offices and retail space to a key stretch of Green Street.
Read MoreTobias gift of $5M to establish IU global development center
Indiana University will create a research laboratory focused on international development—including missions such as reducing poverty and inequality and addressing climate change—based on a $5 million gift from Deborah and Randall Tobias.
Read MoreFormer heavy-hitter stockbroker Buck charged with fraud
Thomas. J. Buck, a former top investment broker who was fired by the local office of Merrill Lynch in 2015 after nearly 34 years with the firm, is now facing serious prison time, according to federal officials.
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Cultural Trail becomes unique drawing card for conventions and trade shows
The Indianapolis Cultural Trail was supposed to be a nice city amenity and promote a healthy lifestyle among downtown residents and visitors. But it’s become much more.
Read MoreTorch relay cited as top promotional campaign
The Indiana Office of Tourism Development was awarded Best Public Relations Campaign for the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay at the U.S. Travel Association’s 2017 Mercury Awards ceremony last month in Minneapolis.
Read MoreVisit Indy earns big win after long pursuit
Visit Indy signed a deal to host the American Wind Energy Association Windpower Conference & Exhibition June 7-10, 2021, in the convention center.
Read MoreDora Hotel Co. managing Carmel Holiday Inn
The deal is the first between Dora and hotel owners Frank and Danette Kennedy, a father-daughter duo, of HC Carmel LLC.
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EDITORIAL: Crunch time for Indy soccer
Today, the Indy Eleven’s bid to join Major League Soccer is considered a long shot. It needs a quick jolt if the city wants to win.
Read MoreMAURER: Shortz makes puzzles a pleasure
Renowned creator and solver gives us tools to sharpen our minds.
Read MoreKENNEDY: Faith-based economics fatally flawed
When President Clinton hiked taxes, the economy boomed. When President George W. Bush slashed them, the economy ultimately collapsed.
Read MoreMADDOX: As market surges, what should we do?
How an individual investor reacts to the current market environment is unique to each person’s situation, and decisions should be made with lots of thought and advice specific to individual circumstances.
Read MoreKIM: Mutual fund distributions are a risk you can avoid
Taxable shareholders should avoid buying shares of a fund in front of a large distribution. The last thing you want is to buy into a fund and pay taxes on a distribution you did not enjoy in any way.
Read MoreBOHANON & STYRING: Rankings only as good as criteria they’re based on
But northern Indianapolis suburbs have been scoring rather well in several recent rankings.
Read MoreLETTER: Indy could be smart city
Indianapolis’ city leadership should continue to work hard to reach a better, more connected and digitally inclusive future.
Read MoreLETTER: Stop Yellowwood logging
Keep Tecumseh Trail open. Please urge Gov. Eric Holcomb to change this decision and protect our quality of life.
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Indianapolis to host national college football championship game
The 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship game is expected to have a $150 million economic impact on Indianapolis.
Read MorePlus-size retailer spending $2.8M to open Greenwood center, create 872 jobs
Dia&Co says it will employ 500 workers in the next four years at the distribution hub. An additional 372 employees could be hired at a planned customer service center, according to an agreement with the state.
Read MoreHogsett proposes $300,000 for witness-protection program
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett announced Tuesday that he directed the Office of Finance and Management to identify the funds as a method of strengthening trust between the Indianapolis community and local law enforcement.
Read MoreDowntown’s Cadillac Ranch restaurant and bar closes
Owner Granite City announced the closure Wednesday, along with three Granite City restaurants in two Midwestern states. Adjoining lounge Bartini’s also closed.
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