Biopharma company plans $250M expansion in Bloomington
Simtra BioPharma Solutions on Wednesday announced plans to expand its sterile fill/finish manufacturing campus in Bloomington and add about 130 jobs.
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Montessori school takes over former Purdue Polytechnic building in Broad Ripple
Peanut Montessori acquired the 12,100-square-foot brick building along Broad Ripple Avenue on Monday and plans to move its operations to the property later this year.
The Justus Cos. planning to relocate HQ from Indianapolis to Noblesville
The real estate development firm, which has been based in Indianapolis for 114 years, plans to move to a new $7.3 million building after reaching an incentives deal with Noblesville that was approved Tuesday.
Blue Line ‘on life support’ after transit bill advances in Indiana House
Senate Bill 52, a Republican-authored bill that leaders of Indianapolis’ public transit agency say could kill the planned Blue Line, advanced out of committee to the full Indiana House on Tuesday.
Professional women’s volleyball team to play home games at new Fishers arena
The Indy Ignite, a member of the Pro Volleyball Federation, are set to play next year at the $170 million, 8,500-seat Fishers Event Center.
High-end Japanese steakhouse to open north of Monument Circle
The downtown location of Harmony Steakhouse, which is expected to feature modern interior design, will occupy nearly 7,550 square feet on the first floor of the building, as well as 1,200 square feet of patio space.
Area homebuilders see surge in demand to start 2024
Applications for new home construction in central Indiana rose 77% in January on a year-over-year basis, according to the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis.
Acclaimed Bluebeard chef Abbi Merriss to be succeeded by Alan Sternberg
Alan Sternberg has served as executive chef at Field Brewing in Westfield, Iozzo’s Garden of Italy and Cerulean.
IBJ Podcast: Tony Pancake, the PGA’s pro of the year, walks fine line at Crooked Stick
He’s charged with preserving one of the most significant Pete Dye courses in the country while remaining faithful to the purpose of the club when it was founded in 1964: to provide a venue for championship-level golf.
NBA could see deeper relationship with Indy after All-Star hosting ‘success,’ exec says
The NBA could explore bringing more events to Indianapolis in coming years following what the league considers to have been a successful All-Star Weekend that drew more than 190,000 people.
Foreclosure suit filed against owner of Wilshaw hotel property
Officials with the town of Speedway, which is not named in the lawsuit, said they are “carefully monitoring” the situation and in communication with the developers on the matter.
Restaurant brings ‘Juicy Lucy’ cheeseburger concept to Mass Ave
Mass & Belle Taphouse is serving stuffed cheeseburgers at the former location of Rooster’s Kitchen, which closed at the end of 2023.
IU Health operating income nearly tripled in 2023
While inpatient medical and surgical volumes across the system did not return to pre-pandemic levels, IU Health reported strong outpatient growth in 2023.
For Indianapolis Children’s Choir, new home is convenient high note
The Indianapolis Children’s Choir will present a “Crossroads of America” concert March 10 at Hilbert Circle Theatre.
Newfields to begin search for new CEO
Seven Newfields board members will launch the recruiting process in conjunction with Chicago-based search firm Koya Partners.
IU medical school lands record $243M in NIH funding in 2023
The Indianapolis-based medical school ranked 29th in the country for landing funding from the National Institutes of Health.
Lebanon fieldhouse hosting first tournaments following opening this month
The Farmers Bank Fieldhouse opened Feb. 9 and features eight basketball courts, 12 pickleball courts, one turf field and pitching and hitting tunnels.
National Bank of Indianapolis co-founder Morrie Maurer dies at 72
Under Maurer’s leadership, The National Bank of Indianapolis grew into the largest locally-owned bank headquartered in Indianapolis. It ranks among the 10 largest banks operating in central Indiana.
Butler University launching career-focused courses via Butler+ initiative
The new initiative, which includes both degree and non-degree programs, is designed to meet the needs of working people who want to advance their careers.
Scarlet Lane Brewing’s Irvington era ending after one year
Scarlet Lane Brewing Co. locations have decreased from five to two since December, with McCordsville and Beech Grove spots still in business.