OCT. 3-10, 2025
Carmel High School this month will host the World Aquatics Swimming World Cup, showing off its $55 million natatorium and a local program that has produced several Olympians. Daniel Bradley details how the facility plans to make an international splash. Also in this week’s issue, Daniel Lee chews on the potential impact of Elanco Animal Health’s new global HQ on downtown’s west side. And Marek Mazurek combs through differences in opinion on the statewide effect of a new apprenticeship model for barbers and stylists.
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Carmel’s $55M natatorium draws international competition
The Oct. 10-12 World Aquatics Swimming World Cup will bring 450 swimmers, including Olympians and world-record holders, to Carmel. The event will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock in the United States and in 12 international markets.
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For aspiring hairstylists, apprenticeships offer a new (old) way to begin
A new apprenticeship model is offering an alternative to the way Hoosier barbers and stylists are trained in advance of obtaining a license—and some salon owners say the approach will increase access to the profession.
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Q&A with Elanco’s Jeff Simmons on blockbusters, challenges and growing up on a vineyard
Elanco opened the doors of its new headquarters at the former GM stamping plant site this week.
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New film recounts Holocaust survivor’s critical reliance on music
The documentary, “Sweet Lorraine in Auschwitz,” will premiere at this year’s Heartland International Film Festival with a first screening Oct. 12 at Newfields.
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Elanco opens ‘doors to the future’ with new $200M-plus Indianapolis headquarters
At Wednesday’s ribbon cutting, Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons said the new, three-building campus and developing OneHealth Innovation District “will write the history for the next 70 years of Elanco.”
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Derek Schultz: With Kevin Wright’s return, the Greyhounds are dominant again
After experiencing its first losing season since 1997, Carmel High School’s football program lucked into rehiring one of its winningest coaches.
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UPDATE: Indianapolis-based ag giant Corteva to split into 2 separate companies
Corteva, one of Indiana’s largest publicly traded companies, plans to split its seed and pesticide businesses into two independent, publicly traded companies by the end of 2026.
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Caterpillar planning to open facility at former BorgWarner building in Noblesville
BorgWarner closed the 103,000-square-foot facility, which was built in 2018, earlier this year as part of restructuring efforts.
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2028 Women’s Final Four moved to Lucas Oil Stadium
It will be the first Women’s Final Four to take place at an active NFL stadium in more than 20 years, according to the NCAA.
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McCordsville sues Daniel’s Vineyard, alleges breach of development contract
The lawsuit alleges the business has failed to meet architectural standards for its primary building, which was originally built to be a storage barn.
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Credit rating agencies flag property tax bill for creating ‘uncertainty’ for local bonds
Experts warn that Indiana’s cities, towns and counties could take a hit to their credit rating through no fault of their own, but rather due to continued fallout from the state’s effort to curb property tax growth.
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IEDC approves $10M in federal funding to launch Indianapolis venture studio
The Indiana Economic Development Corp. approved $10 million in federal funding for the planned OneHealth Venture Studio, which will operate on Elanco Animal Health’s new Indianapolis campus.
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Shelbyville residential construction skyrockets thanks to lower land costs and growing infrastructure
The city now has five developments under construction, in addition to new retail offerings and infrastructure improvements.
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Editorial: Corteva to split into 2 companies; let’s keep what jobs we can here
The HQ decision has likely been made, but we hope to learn that the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana did as much as they could to keep those jobs local.•
Read MoreMitch Frazier: Elanco betting big and moving boldly
The Elanco headquarters is the cornerstone for creating the epicenter of innovation CEO Jeff Simmons envisioned years ago and builds on a series of moves the company has made since it began its headquarters project.
Read MoreSteve Eberly: Patchwork of rules stalls clean energy’s growth
Clean-energy projects start generating positive outcomes for their communities as soon as they start construction, and they continue to do so for years after they begin operation.
Read MorePatrick McAlister: Lawmakers should prioritize choice-based preschool
The challenge isn’t just about families finding care—it’s a major burden on Indiana’s economy.
Read MoreMickey Kim: Even in hot markets, investors can be their own worst enemies
Time and time again, investors pour money into equities after strong rallies and bail during downturns.
Read MoreCharlotte Westerhaus-Renfrow: Getting employees to actually use AI
Through the lens of psychologist Robert Cialdini’s six principles of persuasion, companies can find practical ways to guide adoption while building trust and buy-in.
Read MoreCecil Bohanon and John Horowitz: Americans will lean back toward embracing free markets
George Will reminded the audience that since the end of the Cold War, globalization has lifted more people out of poverty than any government program in history.
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Art gallery closing at Conrad Indianapolis after 13 years
In 2015 and 2016, Long-Sharp Gallery was listed as one of the world’s top 500 art galleries by Modern Painters magazine.
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Owner of former Chef JJ’s Downtown restaurant lists building for $2.1M
Zoning changes or modifications to the building—including demolition—would require approval from the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission.
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Indianapolis Indians unveil major changes to logos, uniforms
The branding artwork changes are the first ones the team has made in more than three decades.
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