U.S. jobless claims increase to highest level in a month
The number of Americans filing first-time applications for unemployment benefits climbed last week to a one-month high, showing little progress in the labor market.
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FDA names Indiana farm tied to salmonella in melons
The Food and Drug Administration has identified a southern Indiana farm that produced cantaloupes linked to a deadly salmonella outbreak and says the operation has recalled its melons.
Ex-Countrymark CEO denied early prison release
David Swanson had argued that his lawyers were derelict in not seeking a mistrial stemming from his 2002 conviction on wire fraud, money laundering and tax evasion charges. A federal appeals court on Wednesday affirmed his 12-year sentence.
Former Eiteljorg director suing museum for overtime pay
Former merchandising director Judy McElfresh claims the museum failed to pay her for working more than 1,000 hours of overtime. Her suit seeks at least $75,000 in damages.
Shelbyville factory in trouble again, faces record IOSHA fines
Pilkington North America faces $453,000 in proposed penalties after state inspectors detected 29 new safety violations at the plant, according to agency documents.
Packaging manufacturer plans to expand, add 32 jobs
Cicero, Ill.-based Royal Box Group LLC said it plans to add 32 employees by 2017 and spend $3.8 million to build and equip a new plant in Greenfield.
Pence seeks affordable college; Gregg after more trade
The two leading candidates for governor offered starkly different plans for improving the state's economy Thursday. Democrat John Gregg wants the state to increase exports by 50 percent. Mike Pence pushed for programs to help students graduate from college within four years.
Fishers launching business incubator
The town of Fishers is making a bid to keep its entrepreneurs close to home, investing $350,000 to develop shared office space for the startup community. Co-working facility Launch Fishers is slated to open this fall.
Spokane hires Indy’s former public safety director as police chief
Frank Straub will be the new police chief in Spokane, the mayor of the Washington city announced Wednesday. Straub was director of public safety for the city of Indianapolis until Aug. 10.
Emmis buying two radio stations in Terre Haute
The Indianapolis-based company said Wednesday that it has agreed to purchase WSDM-FM 92.7 and WSDX-AM 1300 from Crossroads Investments LLC for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is expected to close within 45 to 60 days.
Human remains found on east side
Police in Indianapolis say people searching for a dog found a shallow grave with human remains. The discovery was made early Wednesday morning in a wooded area in the 2800 block of North Gladstone Avenue on the city's east side. A police specialist was expected to investigate the site and work to identify the remains; a man who found the grave says the body appeared to be that of an older man, based on the clothing.
IndyGo airport express route ending
IndyGo’s Green Line Downtown/Airport express-service route will come to an end Sunday, officials announced Wednesday. IndyGo said a federal grant that funded the service has been exhausted. It recommended riders use Route 8, a 45-minute trip that follows Washington Street from downtown to the Indianapolis International Airport.
Suspect kills himself after standoff
Police say a standoff in Lawrence ended Wednesday morning after a man took his own life. The man had been holed up for several hours inside a home on Leone Drive following a reported shooting that sent two people to the hospital. Police characterized the incident as a domestic-related aggravated assault that began in the 3700 block of North Sadlier Drive in Indianapolis. Authorities said a man was shot in the chest and a woman suffered serious injuries to her face in the assault. A witness followed the shooting suspect to Lawrence, where the suspect shot himself after police surrounded the house.
Toyota, Duke to test electric-vehicle technology in Indiana
Toyota Motor Corp. will test and refine electric-vehicle-charging technology in the Indianapolis area under a partnership with Duke Energy Corp. announced Wednesday morning.
Also this week
Before heading to Broadway to star in the upcoming musical version of “Rebecca,” Karen Mason, from the original cast of “Mamma Mia!”, stops for a weekend at the Cabaret at the Columbia Club Aug. 24-25. Details here.
Diamond Rio Performs Aug. 24-25 at Conner Prairie Amphitheatre. Details here.
Gipsy Kings perform at the Palladium Aug. 23. Details here.
The Indianapolis Museum of Art screens “Pulp Fiction” Aug. 24. Details here.
Bob Dylan and his Band
Aug. 25
Lawn at White River State Park
Bob Dylan has a lot of music to choose from when he hits the road. And he’s not one to play the same set every concert. So what’s he been playing lately? Early stops on the summer tour have included “Simple Twist of Fate,” “Like a Rolling Stone,” “Tangled Up in Blue,” and “Girl from the North Country.” And he’s been consistently opening with “Leopard Skin Pill-Box Hat.” Details here.
“Beyond Yesterday’s News”
Aug. 29
Indianapolis Art Center
IBJ’s Mickey Maurer hosts a discussion with retired media pros Dick Cady, Barbara Boyd, Mike Ahern and Bob Gregory about beyond-the-scenes life in the newsroom. The event benefits Indy Creative Aging. Details here.
The Dukes of September Rhythm Revue
Aug. 24
Lawn at White River State Park
Don’t recognize the name of this band? How about if I break it down into its component parts? There’s Donald Fagen of Steely Dan, Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers, and Boz Scaggs of the album that everyone I know from my generation got as one of their 10-for-a-penny record and tape club starter packs. With these three as front men, expect strong—if lesser known—players to round out the band. Details here.
Thoughts on Dance Kaleidoscope at the Fringe
Does an established professional company belong in a fringe festival?