OCTOBER 24-30, 2011
This week, see how a local tech firm owner is making the most of flexible work arrangements and find out what's at stake in the upcoming City-Council Council elections. In Focus, read about what the Spencer County town of Chrisney has that Indianapolis doesn't. Greg Andrews explores the effort to move the Chicago Mercantile Exchange to Indiana in his column. And in Forefront, pundits weigh in on the local mayoral race.
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Carmel mayor’s next goal: Build posh, $32M hotel
The principal developer of Carmel’s City Center, Pedcor Cos., is working with city officials on plans for a four-star boutique hotel that likely would cost at least $32 million to build and may require an additional city subsidy.
Read MoreButler tries to build sports revenue without alienating fans
Capitalizing on the newfound national reputation of Butler’s men’s basketball means the relatively small program must raise its revenue game—without pricing the Bulldog faithful out of the arena.
Read MoreHospitals scrambling to buy nursing homes
The hospitals owned by Boone and Hamilton counties are following the lead of Indianapolis-based Wishard Health Services and its parent organization by acquiring far-flung nursing homes, hoping the strategy proves as lucrative.
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Control of City-County Council hangs in balance
Several close City-County Council races this fall are expected to make the battle over which party controls Indianapolis’ legislative body fiercely competitive.
Read MoreLocal tech firm owner makes most of flexibility
About a year ago, Jon Arnold shuttered his technology firm’s office in Irvington, but not his company. He and his two employees now rely on technology to keep the company thriving as Arnold and his family spend a year traveling the country in a recreational vehicle.
Read MoreRiley doctor on quest to quell class warfare
A Riley Hospital for Children doctor is launching a training center for a national anti-poverty program called Circles, which matches poor people with middle-class “allies.” The idea is that people find their own way out of poverty by expanding their personal networks to include the middle class.
Read MoreIndiana making hay from Illinois’ tax mayhem
Many Illinois firms are serious about moving or expanding out of state—and Indiana economic development officials are racing to capitalize.
Read MoreMarketing firm 5MetaCom focuses on clients with technical needs
Owner Chris Wirthwein insists the Carmel firm with growing billings serves Indiana companies within a two-hour drive.
Read MoreGroupon miscue menaces downtown restaurant
Creation Cafe said Chicago online coupon company Groupon offered discounts it didn't agree to give. Groupon says it had a signed contract.
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Indianapolis neighborhood striving for LEED status
Designation to east-side project would go beyond building certification.
Read MoreZeroing in on net-zero energy in Indianapolis
The Holy Grail of energy efficiency has yet to arrive, but pieces are falling into place.
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EDITORIAL: Politics as usual isn’t good enough
Right now, it’s hard to avoid the mud being slung by the two major-party candidates for Indianapolis mayor.
Read MoreMORRIS: Ending Saturday mail won’t fix things
The U.S. Post Office is exploring ways to cut its massive operating losses.
Read MoreKENNEDY: In Indy, it’s still the economy, stupid
You can’t create bike lanes, improve schools, hire police or pick up garbage without money.
Read MoreMILES: Neighborhoods are city’s next challenge
Mass transit is also a vital priority for rebuilding urban neighborhoods, giving residents the mobility to connect with jobs and their other daily needs.
Read MoreALTOM: Examining the pros and cons of Groupon
Even Groupon’s proponents sing its praises only warily, and its critics can be scathing in their condemnations. Yet, Groupon continues to grow.
Read MoreHICKS: Human capital, income inequality and our future
Since at least the 1960s, economists have been warning that the link between human capital and economic growth was growing.
Read MoreSKARBECK: Recovery will require sacrifices on all fronts
While Wall Street bankers are the chosen target of the protesters in New York City’s Zuccotti Park, the breadth of the movement clearly is a sign of citizens’ frustration with the economic and political landscape.
Read MoreThe other side of McRobbie’s speech
Most of Michael McRobbie’s comments in his state of the university message [“Public in name only,” Oct. 15] stem from his unhappiness with two actions of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, both of which are supported by the Legislature.
Read MoreEducation creates improbable allies
It’s clear to even the most casual observer that President Obama and Gov. Mitch Daniels don’t agree on much, but the two leaders have found some common ground over the last three years on an issue that affects every American: public education.
Read MoreWhy women matter
The Mayor’s Office in Indianapolis is not in step with women. Out of 17 top positions, the administration has only one appointment that is a woman.
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Judge slaps IU Health over billing
The Indiana Court of Appeals reversed a Marion Superior Court decision to dismiss a lawsuit by two uninsured patients who received care at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel.
Read MoreDeficit committee could bite CNO
Medicare supplement policies are reportedly one of the targets of Congress’ special deficit-reduction committee—and that’s not good news for Carmel-based CNO Financial Group Inc.
Read MoreNew downtown restaurants line up to replace old ones
New Orleans on the Avenue, a casual Southern Creole restaurant, is set to take over the vacant former home of Zing at 543 Indiana Ave.
Read MoreFormer hostess on ‘statistics crew’ sues Colts for wages
The class-action suit says the Colts violated the Fair Labor Standards Act by failing to pay minimum wage.
Read MoreState signs sponsor for road-side assistance program
State Farm Insurance will pay $1.25 million over the next three years to sponsor the Hoosier Helper program.
Read MoreNFP of NOTE: Society for Free Radical Biology and Medicine
The Society for Free Radical Biology and Medicine is an international association composed of scientists, investigators and clinicians with an interest in the research and medical application of free radical chemistry, redox biology and antioxidants.
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