Zinn and the art of historical revisionism
Mitch Daniels called Howard Zinn’s “A People’s History of the United States” “propaganda.” For me, it was a flawed eye-opener.
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Fox59 hopes for ratings bump in Hoosier Lottery drawing deal
Lottery ping-pong balls will be flying this fall at the studios of WXIN-TV Channel 59, which has secured a contract to air live drawings for the Daily 3 and Daily 4 games.
Stocks edge up as Bernanke reassures on stimulus
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said that the bank would consider reducing its stimulus program if the economy improves, but emphasized that the reductions were “by no means on a preset course.”
Despite Peyton’s return, Colts ticket value still lags
Peyton Manning’s return is pushing the value of tickets for the Broncos-at-Colts game to twice as high as any other home game. Despite that boost, the Colts are still in the NFL's bottom half in terms of ticket demand on the secondary market.
Critics oppose Carmel gas station planned near aquifer
Citizens Energy Group is leading the opposition to a gas station planned for 146th Street and River Road on the edge of Carmel, saying it is too close to a major source of central Indiana’s drinking water.
Delta expanding operations in central Indiana
Delta Faucet said it plans to spend about $12 million to renovate and equip its 380,000-square-foot facility in Greensburg, adding about 160 employees by 2014.
As governor, Daniels targeted liberal ‘propaganda,’ emails show
Emails obtained by The Associated Press through a Freedom of Information Act request show Daniels requested that historian and anti-war activist Howard Zinn's writings be banned from classrooms and asked for a "cleanup" of college courses.
Longtime Browning Investments leader stepping down as CEO
Michael G. Browning, who has led the Indianapolis-based real estate development firm since 1981, will maintain his role as chairman of the board. Taking his place as president and CEO is a former executive of the firm.
Proposals for MSA project ranged from $70M to $117M
The city received five proposals to redevelop a portion of the former Market Square Arena site. Here are details of the proposals, including those submitted by developers that weren’t selected.
Rally seeks end to youth violence
Hundreds of people gathered at Veteran’s Memorial Plaza on Monday evening for The Stop the Violence Youth Rally. Organizers began planning the event after the July 4 shooting that killed 16-year-old Monquize Edwards following the downtown fireworks show. At least five young males have been gunned down in Indianapolis this month. Youth leaders say parents need to make an effort to get teens off the streets and into more productive activities.
Franklin deals with graffiti issue
Franklin police say the south-side community is having graffiti problems, with some homes being spray-painted multiple times. Police received reports of graffiti on three homes and one vehicle over the weekend, giving the city more than 50 graffiti reports so far this year, compared with five reports in 2011. Most of the incidents involve teenagers painting what they believe are gang symbols, police said.
Boyfriend charged with murder
The boyfriend of a young mother found dead late Monday night in a south-side Indianapolis home has been arrested on a preliminary charge of murder. Cory Musick, 23, is being held in the death of 24-year-old Shanna Elmore. Elmore’s body was removed Tuesday morning from a house in the 1800 block of Singleton Road, about eight hours after police were called to the scene. Musick and Elmore, who have two children together, have been involved in numerous domestic disturbances since 2011.
Wigwam on borrowed time, needs ‘white knight’
Anderson officials hope some kind of use can be found for the historic high school gym that was closed in 2011 to save money.
Developer F&C’s ‘bold statement’ could finally solve MSA puzzle
City incentives and a strong apartment market suggest Flaherty & Collins’ proposed $81 million, 28-story downtown apartment tower has a better chance of getting built than two previous attempts to redevelop the former site of Market Square Arena.
Two Indy apartment complexes sell for $35 million
National investors have snapped up two apartment properties on the north side totaling 722 units. One complex is slated for a major rehab.
Pence orders review of contractor’s investments
The governor wants a broad review of Elevate Ventures’ investment decisions and business practices.
Pittman plans for ‘The Farm’ at key Zionsville corner take root
A $90 million mixed-use development proposed for a prominent Zionsville property sailed past its first hurdle Monday night, winning support from the Zionsville Plan Commission.
Market Square project calls for $81 million, 28-story tower
Flaherty & Collins Properties plans to build an $81 million, 28-story skyscraper on part of the former home of Market Square Arena in what would be the tallest new downtown development since the JW Marriott opened in 2011.
Homebuilding permits rise for 12th straight month
Through June this year, 2,603 permits have been issued in the Indianapolis area, an increase of 26 percent compared to the first six months of 2012.
Northern office market on upswing, downtown ‘stagnant’
Downtown’s vacancy rate continues to hover around 20 percent, according to mid-year market reports, with more space becoming available than was leased. Meanwhile, the northern suburban market is showing the most improvement.