Indianapolis Business Journal

This week, read about the high-profile lawyer hired to join Tim Durham's legal team and see why Indiana medical school students are eschewing family practice. Also, Mickey Maurer continues his 10 lessons for entrepreneurs.

This week, read about how a revitalization effort on the city's west side embraces the international flavor of the area and find out what convenience-store chain Turkey Hill has planned for Indianapolis. In Focus, see why Indiana's ethanol industry is eagerly awaiting decisions from Washington. And Return on Technology columnist Tim Altom explores the maddening process of filling out forms at the doctor's office.

This week, find out why the November TV ratings period is so important for Channel 13 and read about a family feud heating up in court over the Mike's Express Carwash chain. In Focus, see why leaders of the Unite Here union are targeting Indianapolis hotels—and take a peek inside the new Indiana Convention Center space in our photo gallery. And in A&E, Style columnist Gabrielle Poshadlo talks to the jewelry artist behind Studio AMF.

This week, read what the beneficiary of a $15 million life insurance policy has to say about allegations that he duped Stephen Hilbert's 74-year-old mother-in-law and see why sports teams are spending millions on digital signage. In Focus, find out if it's as hard to fire a teacher as people think. And discover what tech expert Tim Altom has to say about connecting with clients on LinkedIn.

This week, read about how the developers of the Di Rimini apartment complex escaped oversight after the project was approved and find out why WXIN-TV Channel 59 is adding more local newscasts. In Focus, see what BioCrossroads is doing to keep laid-off life science workers in the area. And check out the latest installment of Mickey Maurer's advice for entrepreneurs.

This week, see what Steak n Shake has cooking when it comes to store design and read about how an old-school costume shop helps customers dress to thrill. In Focus, find out how farmland sales are faring in the 'burbs. And get IBJ publisher Greg Morris' take on the economic news of late.

This week, see why Gov. Mitch Daniels and public schools chief Tony Bennett have a vested interest in who gains control of the Indiana House this fall and read about why Zionsville galleries are closely tracking the development of Carmel's arts district. In Focus, see how area banks are faring in the current economy. And in A&E, find out what Lou Harry thinks of the Indianapolis Museum of Art's new Andy Warhol exhibit.

This week, see how The Finish Line is trying to meet customers' demands and find out who won IBJ's Michael A. Carroll Award for public service. In Focus, read about the inroads IPL CEO Ann Murtlow has made in a male-dominated field. And in A&E, find out which screenings are worth catching at this year's Heartland Film Festival—and watch some trailers.

This week, see how the economy is affecting recent college graduates looking for jobs and read about what Southwest Airlines' purchase of rival Air Tran could mean for Indianapolis-based Republic Airways. In Focus, check out the transcript and videos from IBJ's Health Care Power Breakfast to see what our panel of experts have to say about the imact of reform. And in A&E, Lou Harry encounters the unusual at Main Street Organic Bistro in Brownsburg.

This week, see how the property-tax caps intended to help Indiana homeowners has affected owners of rental properties and second homes. In Focus, check out how old schools are getting new lives. And in the Meeting & Event Planning Guide, meet the team responsible to hosting the 2012 Super Bowl. And when you're reading about the early success of the JW Marriott, check out photos shot inside the hotel that doesn't open until February.

This week, read about the similarities between the proposed deal to privatize city parking operations and a much-aligned pact in Chicago. Also, see what niche the Melody Inn has carved out for itself in the local music scene. In Focus, supporters and detractors of the Bush tax cuts debate the merits of extending the program, which expires at the end of the year. And in A&E, Style columnist Gabrielle Poshadlo talks to fashion students about their plans for after graduation.

This week, read about how Indiana’s business-creation rate has been affected by a wealth of resources intended to boost entrepreneurship and get a glimpse into a day in the life of Sun King’s head brewer—complete with video. In Focus, see what’s in store for one of the city’s most notorious industrial graveyards. And in A&E, find out what we think of new eatery Mesh on Mass Avenue.

This week, see how Lauth Group will fare if a judge accepts a proposed settlement agreement between a bankrupt affiliate and a major investor. Also, read about Fair Finance co-founder Jim Cochran's forceful defense strategy. In a special pull-out section, arts guru Lou Harry provides a preview of the upcoming A&E season. And Mickey Maurer shares his fifth lesson for entrepreneurs.

This week, read about how the National Hot Road Association has steered through the recession, and find out why WFYI is seeking more funding from its radio and TV audiences. In Focus, get a behind-the-scenes look at Indiana Landmarks' renovation of Old Centrum on the Old Northside—complete with video tour—and check out our annual All-Star Agents directory in At Home Quarterly.

This week, read about how Indianapolis could score another $25 million from the sale of the city's water and sewer utilities and find out what changes to student-lending rules could mean for ITT Educational Services. In Focus, see how urban school districts are faring when it comes to improving students' performance. And check out the latest of Mickey Maurer's 10 lessons for entrepreneurs.

This week, read about what museums along the Central Canal are doing to attract some of the passersby, and see how members of the SImon family made millions on a New Jersey development project.  Also, Greg Andrews takes a look at what the Fair Finance bankruptcy trustee is finding as he digs through the company's books. And in A&E, see what Lou and crew thought of the signature food at this year's Indiana State Fair—complete with a video tour.

This week, read about what the new CEO of Endangered Species Chocolate has planned for the slumping candy company, and find out why a Boone County farmer spends his summers thinking about Christmas. Also, see what the Colts' marketing team has been up to in the off-season, and in A&E, check out how Lou Harry passed the hours on a recent road trip.

This week, see what impact the Brickyard 400's falling fortunes could have on the Indy Racing League and read about the tough road ahead for upstart automaker Bright Automotive. In Focus, check out what local bed-and-breakfasts have to say about the support they get from the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association. And in A&E, get Lou Harry's take on "A Funny Thing" that's happening at the Athenaeum.