he next two weeks could be critical in determining the level and quality of staffing in the newsroom of The Indianapolis Star, the state’s largest daily newspaper. The paper’s union—which represents about 160 news staffers—and management have been at an impasse since employees’ union contract expired Dec. 31.
In this deep recession, many local small-business owners suffer a harsh dilemma: Heavily tied to a single supplier,
customer or industry, they must diversify or die.
Former Mayor Bart Peterson outlines the pitch Eli Lilly will make in D.C. For the first time in 15 years, lawmakers in Washington have plunged into a debate about overhauling the nation’s health care system. New proposals come out every week, with bills filed in Congress running longer than 600 pages and 10-year cost estimates […]
For decades, Indianapolis-based Indiana Supply Corp. successfully distributed Trane brand furnaces and air conditioners across Indiana. At its peak, the company had $40 million in annual sales, 105 employees and three warehouses. Then, out of the blue in October 2006, a letter arrived from Trane’s corporate headquarters in New Jersey. In 60 days, it warned, […]
If the country indeed has too many lawyers, as the knock on the profession suggests, Indiana may be exempt from the conversation. Only North and South Dakota, Tennessee and Wisconsin have smaller proportions of lawyers within their working populations, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics figures show. In Indiana, 0.24 percent of the work force of […]
For all the heat and sunshine, July can be a cold, dark hole in the Indianapolis sports calendar. Other than the everbeloved Indianapolis Indians, sometimes there’s not much going on. Not this July. This month marks the arrival of two national championships (golf’s U.S. Senior Open and swimming) to join with the Indianapolis Tennis Championships […]
Indianapolis has always had Eli Lilly and Co., it seems, and Lilly always seems to care for Indianapolis
like a rich uncle.
People employed directly by Lilly and by companies doing business with Lilly account for about one of every
30…
Zoos typically count on special exhibits and attractions to boost traffic. This year, they’re also getting help from an unlikely source – the recession. More than half of 120 members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums responding to a survey reported year-over-year attendance increases. Consumers, it seems, are seeking more affordable entertainment closer to […]
Zoos typically count on special exhibits and attractions to boost traffic. This year, they’re also getting help from an unlikely source – the recession. More than half of 120 members of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums responding to a survey reported year-over-year attendance increases. Consumers, it seems, are seeking more affordable entertainment closer to […]
Thousands of job seekers are expected to stop by Lucas Oil Stadium today for Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard’s 2009 Career Fair. The event features more than 50 local companies offering nearly 1,100 positions. Job seekers can also brush up on their skills at seven different workshops. It wraps up at 4 p.m.
Country music artist Kenny Chesney wants to make sure his next concert at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis sounds better than his 2008 performance. Chesney’s tour organizers are meeting today with representatives from the stadium to talk about the facility’s acoustics. Last year, Chesney played the first concert at Lucas Oil Stadium, but many fans […]
Ever since the Indianapolis Motor Speedway board of directors met last month, there’s been rumblings about legendary race promoter H.A. “Humpy” Wheeler stepping in to help out his old friend Tony George shake…
Nearly 60 companies with more than 1,000 job openings are expected to attend the Indianapolis Employment Opportunities 2009 Career Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow at Lucas Oil Stadium. The event is open to the public at no cost. Advance registration is recommended by visiting www.indycareerfair09.com. A list of businesses planning to participate […]
The city’s third-largest law firm is poised to tie the knot with Kentucky’s Greenebaum Doll & McDonald. But differences in the way the firms compensate partners are taking longer than expected to sort out.
Students going into and out of Indiana’s teacher education programs tend to score below average on standardized test scores.
And national data indicate the gap is entirely attributable to those headed into elementary education.
SPORTS Sports questions of all sorts as I ponder the future Ch-ch-ch-changes, sang David Bowie. Questions that arise while pondering future ch-ch-chchanges in sports: If we are seeing the beginning of the end of the internal combustion engine, how does that affect the Indianapolis 500 in particular and motorsports in general? Will we see a […]
Two chemistry professors at IUPUI are laboring to create the McDonald’s of research laboratories—a model that’s low-cost
and can spread around the world.
Within weeks, EnerDel expects to receive notification that it’s getting as much as $480 million in financing under a U.S.
Department of Energy program aimed at fostering advanced vehicle manufacturing.
Despite a ticket price increase, the terrible economy, and an uncertain season ahead, the Indianapolis Colts have sold out
of season tickets, assuring the team will extend its sell-out streak to 97 regular-season home games.
LOU’S VIEWS Sticking around: Midwestern and proud, then and now This week, artists who stayed, a star-tobe at the ISO, and a return to India for Gregory Hancock. I’d be very interested in hearing where Indiana State Museum visitors spend more time-at “Making It in the Midwest: Artists Who Chose to Stay” or across the […]
