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Airport may carve up ex-terminal property

Indianapolis International Airport managers say they haven’t given up hope that a single, mega-sized tenant could create an economic development boon at the site abandoned nearly four years ago when the midfield terminal opened. But the latest listing of redevelopment sites shows the former terminal complex being marketed in pieces.

‘Knock on Wood’ campaign boosts Farm Bureau brand

The torrent of competitors’ humorous TV commercials forced Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance to roll out its own campaign. So far, its “Knock on Wood” shtick is said to have boosted brand awareness in urban markets by 12 percent, as measured by social media chatter.

Foreign companies drop bids to run Indiana lottery

Two foreign companies have dropped out of the bidding to become the first private manager of Indiana's lottery, with one charging the state's process encourages bidders to set expected revenue levels too high.

HICKS: Global slowdown makes its way to Wyoming

Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke recently spoke of a slowing world economy at the annual fete of world economists in Jackson Hole, Wyo. His speech was the typical measured prose of someone whose choice of adverbs has the capacity to send markets diving. However, to an experienced listener, two interesting tidbits emerged.

Firefighter, 2 others charged in molestation

An Anderson firefighter, his ex-wife and his retired police officer brother were arrested Wednesday and charged in connection with a child molestation. Martin “Skip” Ockomon, 46, is accused of molesting a family member. He's the brother of former Anderson Mayor Kris Ockomon. Martin Ockomon's ex-wife, 48-year-old Renee Brewster, faces neglect charges. His brother, 60-year-old Roger Ockomon, is accused of knowing about the alleged crimes while serving in the Anderson Police Department but failing to report them.
 

Body found in burned apartment

Investigators found human remains Wednesday night in an Indianapolis apartment that burned a month ago. Detectives were called to Abney Lake Apartments near 38th Street and Kessler Boulevard after management reported strong odors from an apartment that burned Aug. 4. An autopsy was scheduled Thursday to determine the cause of death and identify the body.
 

Four armed robbery suspects arrested

Indianapolis police have arrested four suspects in connection with four armed robberies on Labor Day: Elliot Johnson, 20; Shaquille Carter, 19; Brandon Nabors, 18; and a male juvenile. All are from Indianapolis. Three of the robberies happened in the span of several minutes just before 12:30 p.m. Monday near 16th Street and College Avenue. A fourth robbery took place a few hours later. Several victims were beaten and another was struck by a car while riding his bike.
 

State high court to hear Simon defamation suit

The Indiana Supreme Court has agreed to hear oral arguments Oct. 24 in the case involving a California lawyer that stems from a separate suit filed by a former nanny of Herb and Bui Simon.

Cummins starts hiring freeze as sales slow

Engine maker Cummins Inc. says it has instituted a global hiring freeze for at least the rest of this year with an uncertain impact on announced expansions of Indiana operations.

Fairbanks awards $1.6M to local Teach for America

The Indianapolis-based Fairbanks foundation will award the funds over three years to help Teach for America recruit and train teachers to teach in the city’s public school system.