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Panic buying leaves retailers scrambling to restock
Grocers big and small are hiring more workers, paying overtime and limiting purchases on certain high demand items as they scramble to restock shelves that have been wiped out in response to the global viral pandemic.
Wide swath of economy seeks share of COVID-19 rescue package
As Congress works on a rescue package to help shore up a U.S. economy hard hit by the pandemic, businesses from the solar power industry to casinos and hotels, along with doctors, nurses and educators are urging lawmakers to give them a share of the pie.
Wide disparity in coronavirus responses found across nation
In some places, governors, mayors and county leaders have instituted aggressive action that is changing the fabric of life. In other spots, authorities have been far more lax, allowing routines to carry on more or less as normal.
Democratic candidate for governor says state should tap cash reserves to fight coronavirus
Candidate Woody Myers on Tuesday issued his own plan for dealing with the outbreak, which includes spending some of the state’s surplus revenue and bringing state lawmakers back for a special session.
Indiana University looks within to replace Glass as athletic director
Indiana University on Tuesday announced the appointment of longtime IU athletics administrator Scott Dolson as the school’s new athletic director.
Chicago-based pizza chain Lou Malnati’s coming to north side
The chain’s signature deep-dish pies are renowned in the Chicagoland area, where the company has 56 locations. A private equity firm took an ownership stake in 2016 to spur growth.
Indiana distilleries among those producing hand sanitizer
Hotel Tango Distillery in Indianapolis said Monday that it is temporarily adding a new high-proof ethyl alcohol-based hand cleaner to its line of products.
Office-space chain plans coworking hub in Broad Ripple church
The firm would occupy the entire 18,366-square-foot church, and retrofit the building for open desk space, office areas, conference rooms and administrative space.
NASCAR suspends season until May but will reschedule events
The decision came after at least two Monday conference calls between the sanctioning body and its team owners. It affects seven total races.
Carmel approves paid-leave funds for coronavirus-related absences
The Carmel City Council on Monday passed an ordinance to provide additional paid leave to city employees who need to miss work due to the spread of COVID-19.
Holcomb aims to calm Indiana, get Hoosiers behind his plan to fight COVID-19
Under the hot glare of television lights, before dozens of reporters and spectators at the Indiana Statehouse on Monday afternoon, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb began talking of war, combat and a long, hard, struggle ahead.
Republican councilors ask Hogsett to pass on purchase of BlueIndy assets
Council Minority Leader Brian Mowery said his caucus believes returning Blue Indy spots to non-metered public parking would be beneficial to businesses.
In ‘devastating’ decision, IRT cancels final three productions of season
The decision follows new guidance for public gatherings from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that on Monday was adopted by both the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana.
Rescheduling Indy 500 would be difficult; canceling it could doom race teams
The IndyCar Series—and the city of Indianapolis—would take a devastating hit if the Indianapolis 500 was canceled this year. Officials are looking at contingency plans for holding the race this summer or fall if the fallout from the pandemic extends beyond May.
Hogsett closes gyms, entertainment venues and nightclubs—and warns against local travel
The order will be in effect for at least seven days. Hogsett plans to seek permission from the Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday night to extend the order to April 5.
Area hospitals restrict elective surgeries to prep for possible influx of virus patients
Ascension St. Vincent, Community Health and Franciscan Health have confirmed plans to restrict elective procedures to shore up critical supplies and keep the virus from spreading.
City-County Council seeks to root out inequities in city hall
The council committed to addressing the problem throughout city-county government by passing a special resolution outlining steps that will be taken to move the needle on the issue.
Redevelopment report has grand vision for car-centric Castleton
The city of Indianapolis could spend nearly $93.5 million over several years on Castleton’s infrastructure, as part of a broad vision to remake the corridor with better connectivity and walkability.
Capital Improvement Board braces for big losses from COVID-19 outbreak
The head of the Capital Improvement Board of Marion County, which owns and manages the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, on Friday acknowledged there will be an “obvious impact” from the virus.