Candidate Gregg tempers Indiana Democrat expectations
Indiana gubernatorial candidate John Gregg sought to downplay expectations from fellow Democrats Tuesday about what he might do if he beats the odds and gets elected next month.
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IBJ Health Care Power Breakfast – transcript
Indianapolis Business Journal convened a panel of experts at its Health Care & Benefits Power Breakfast on Sept. 28 to talk about industry issues including Medicaid, on-site health clinics and narrow networks. Panelists included Robert J. Brody, president and CEO of Franciscan St. Francis Health; Michael N. Heaton, partner, Katz Sapper & Miller; Dr. Gregory N. Larkin, commissioner, Indiana State Department of Health; Vicki F. Perry, president, CEO, Advantage Health Solutions Inc.; Dr. Ram Yeleti, president, Community Physician Network. The following is the unedited transcript of the discussion.
Man found beaten on Monon Trail
A 64-year-old bicyclist was hospitalized after being beaten on the Monon Trail over the weekend. James Knapp was found bleeding from his head, arm and leg on the trail near 21st Street and Winthrop Avenue on the city's near-north side just after noon Sunday. A security officer working for a nearby church said he saw three teenage boys riding bikes away from the scene in a hurry. The victim was dazed by the attack and wasn’t sure if anything had been stolen from him.
Syphilis cases up in Johnson County
An outbreak of syphilis has been reported in Johnson County. So far, 25 confirmed or suspected cases of the disease have been reported. Most of those infected are in their teens to mid-20s. Syphilis cases have been up in Indiana in recent years, with reported cases jumping from 140 statewide in 2008 to 175 in 2010.
East-side home destroyed by fire
Fire destroyed a home near East 21st Street and North Mitthoeffer Road on the east side of Indianapolis late Monday. Firefighters took about 20 minutes to control the blaze, which broke out about 11 p.m. in the 2300 block of Gable Drive. No injuries were reported. Estimated damages were $90,000.
WellPoint to add 100-plus local jobs for new Medicare contract
WellPoint Inc.’s National Government Services unit will add more than 100 jobs in Indianapolis beginning late this year or early next after the health insurance giant won a new contract with the federal Medicare program.
Dow Agro awarded $5.3M in patent-infringement case
The unsuccessful lawsuit filed by a subsidiary of Belgium-based Bayer Bioscience claimed that insect-resistant corn products from affiliates of Dow AgroSciences violated two of its patents.
Bank taking advantage of billboard downtown location
Looks like Greensburg-based MainSource Bank intends to take full advantage of its new high-profile downtown branch location.
Former IU Health exec joining Bose Public Affairs
Sam Odle, who retired from Indiana University Health in July as chief operating officer, is joining the local lobbying firm as a senior policy adviser, representing clients in the health care and life sciences sectors.
Rail line being revived between Indiana cities
The $5.5 million rail line project will return tracks between Kokomo and Tipton into service.
Airport challenging judge’s decision on parking lot
The Indianapolis Airport Authority is asking a judge to reconsider his decision that paves the way for a Cincinnati-based developer to build a 2,000-space parking lot near the airport.
ISO asking for fewer concessions, sets Saturday deadline
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra executives have given musicians until 6 p.m. Saturday to decide on a contract offer that asks for significantly fewer concessions than previous proposals. But musicians say the offer is unacceptable due to an escape clause.
Local software developer plans to add 25 jobs
Connect Think LLC said it will add the jobs by 2016 and will invest $244,000 in equipment to continue its focus on mobile application development.
Council approves new downtown TIF district
The Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday night voted 25-2 to expand the downtown tax-increment financing district to the northeast and northwest.
Dems, GOP launch on-air ad spree for Senate seat
Indiana has quickly become a major battleground in the race for control of the U.S. Senate, with national Republicans and Democrats forking over more cash this week to tea party favorite Richard Mourdock and Democrat Joe Donnelly.
Construction
-Mezzetta, Inc. has completed a 5,600-square-foot retail remodel for Royal Gallery of Rugs at 8689 River Crossing Blvd. at Keystone at the Crossing.
-Capitol Construction has completed a 3,000-square-foot office expansion for Endocyte at 8910 Purdue Road.
-Kort Builders has completed a 1,650-square-foot office build-out for Mass Ave Animal Clinic, 625 N. East St.
Residential
The average rate for 30-year mortgages fell to 3.55 percent from 3.70 percent in the week ended Sept. 26, according to Bankrate.com. The rate for 15-year mortgages fell to 2.88 percent from 2.95 percent.