Business, health leaders call for lawmakers to triple cigarette tax
A coalition of business and health professionals launched a campaign Thursday calling for Indiana lawmakers to increase the state’s cigarette tax by $2 per pack.
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Proposed Statehouse sexual harassment guidelines ‘shockingly dated,’ says law professor
An Indiana employment law professor said the proposed guidelines to combat sexual harassment at the Indiana Statehouse appear to be designed to insulate lawmakers from liability.
New consortium to promote, facilitate investments in state ‘opportunity zones’
Investors who want to take advantage of the “opportunity zones" provision created by last year’s federal tax overhaul are about to receive more help in Indiana.
Infosys kicks off huge construction project, brings in clients for show and tell
Local dignitaries and regional clients were expected to be on hand as India-based tech giant Infosys kicked-off construction of its $245 million educational campus. The first phase is scheduled to be done by the end of 2020.
Rose-Hulman promotes senior vice president to top position
Robert Coons was named president of the Terre Haute-based college Thursday, eight days after being appointed interim leader to replace Jim Conwell, who resigned Nov. 7.
BOHANON & CUROTT: Our nation’s economic future depends on immigrants
In 2030, because of population aging, immigration is projected to overtake natural increase (the excess of births over deaths) as the primary driver of population growth for the country.
Holiday shopping season expected to be huge, but not for all retailers
This Christmas season might be the last hurrah for some well-known retailers who are sitting on loads of unsustainable debt.
Firms could hire marginalized workers to keep economic growth humming, expert says
The unemployment rate is so low that the U.S. economy risks slipping into recession due to lack of labor. Businesses should consider hiring ex-offenders and other prospects that they previously have avoided, according to a chief economic strategist for Fifth Third Bank.
FDA to crack down on menthol cigarettes, flavored vapes
The move represents a major step to further push down U.S. smoking rates, which have been falling for decades.
Radio stations embrace older audiences, rather than be millennial-obsessed
The five stations with the highest market share in the Indianapolis market last month count people 45 or older as a considerable part of their audiences.
Insurance stalwart might be on sale block
Trucking insurer Protective Insurance Corp., long known as Baldwin & Lyons, has skidded into red ink and now is pursuing “potential strategic partnerships or transactions.“
After downing Delph, Ford brings new message to Statehouse
This month, in his second try, J.D. Ford toppled state Sen. Mike Delph, the controversial, conservative Republican who had represented the 29th District since 2005.
Memory Bank: Preparing Thanksgiving baskets for the needy
Members of the Indiana Civic Workers Club prepared Thanksgiving food and supply baskets at the home of Effie Crowe at 2116 Bellefontaine St., in a photo published in the Indianapolis Recorder on Nov. 26, 1960.
Liz Malatestinic: How not to be ‘ghosted’ by new or potential hires
The possibility of multiple employment opportunities can certainly explain why a candidate might change his or her mind about accepting a particular job, but it doesn’t explain why that person doesn’t have the courtesy to call and explain.
IT company HighPoint Global to expand local operations
The Indianapolis-based firm, which focuses on tech services that help government agencies communicate more effectively with constituents, plans to add 60 employees.
Q&A: Entrepreneur’s fitness firm off to healthy start
Since starting his own personal training business while attending Indiana University, 30-year-old Tyler Davis has helped hundreds of clients stay on top of their game. His new startup focuses on clients who travel a lot.
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Fundraising Second Helpings to benefit from Tonic Ball, presented by Eskenazi Health, on Nov. 16, across five Fountain Square venues. Tickets: Sold out, but watch Tonic Ball social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) for announcement of limited, cash-only tickets when they become available through LUNA Music. Contact [email protected]. St. Mary’s Child Center to benefit from A […]
MIKE LOPRESTI: Something to be thankful for: the all-but-anonymous Colts O-line
Andrew Luck’s unsung heroes play big role in recent win streak.
IBJ’s not-for-profit Wish List returns Dec. 7
The list publicizes goods and services needed by not-for-profits in the Indianapolis area, in the hope that a business or individual donor will come forward.
Indiana sues Purdue Pharma for role in opioid crisis
The lawsuit is the culmination of two-year investigation that included depositions of former employees, interviews with prescribers across the state and a review of Purdue Pharma’s profits, Attorney General Curtis Hill said.