Westfield prepares to break ground on Grand Millennium Center
A 64-acre site is expected to become a prime live-work-play spot in the rapidly growing city’s downtown once the development is built out.
Mega Menu
Articles
City issues RFP for redevelopment of former BlueIndy recharging sites
BlueIndy’s Paris-based owner announced in December 2019 that it was shutting the service in May 2020 after failing to achieve profitability. It left dozens of recharging stations throughout the city.
Indiana Repertory Theatre co-CEO Janet Allen announces retirement
Janet Allen has served as artistic director of the Indiana Repertory Theatre at 140 W. Washington St. since 1996.
Developers propose new golf club community, affordable townhouses in Noblesville
The Noblesville City Council heard proposals this week for two separate residential real estate developments that would create nearly 130 new residences in the city, including more 75 high-end homes near a golf course and 50 affordable-housing options.
Havertys store to occupy part of a former Castleton-area Marsh
Havertys Furniture plans to exit its building at Castleton Commons, which it has occupied since 2005, and move less than a mile away to a site with more visibility.
Ivy Tech spent years trying to improve rock bottom graduation rates—and it’s working
Over the last decade, Ivy Tech Community College, which serves about 74,000 students across the state, has made steady gains in completion rates.
Developer withdraws plans for controversial $61M Willows project
The team behind the proposed redevelopment of the Willows Event Center into apartments near Broad Ripple has withdrawn its proposal, just hours before it was set to be considered by a city commission.
Five questions and answers about Urban One’s acquisition of Emmis stations
The Indianapolis cluster of radio stations owned by Urban One Inc. is set to grow thanks to the upcoming acquisition of all Indianapolis radio properties now owned by Emmis Communications. Here are some of the details.
City picks $175M project for block that includes City Market, Gold Building
Gershman and Citimark’s project includes a different look and a new use for the Gold Building and construction of an 11-story building to replace the east wing of the Indianapolis City Market.
Fitness chain opening gigantic gym in former Marsh supermarket
The Villages at Eagle Creek location was one of 18 stores closed by Marsh Supermarkets in mid-2017 as part of the company’s bankruptcy plan after the properties failed to sell at auction.
UPDATE: Emmis reaches deal to sell Indy radio stations but will keep Circle HQ
Indianapolis-based Emmis Communications Corp. announced Monday an agreement to sell the radio stations in its home market, including longstanding local stalwart WIBC 93.1 FM, to Urban One.
Blockbuster Duke sale to include 14.7M square feet in Indy area
Duke Realty Corp. has developed or co-developed major industrial buildings and complexes at the crossroads of America, which has become a significant national hub for warehousing, logistics and e-commerce operations.
Prologis buying Indy-based Duke Realty in $26 billion deal
Both companies’ boards have approved the deal, which is expected to close in the fourth quarter. It still needs approval from both companies’ shareholders.
IBJ Podcast: Is a funding slowdown hitting the local tech sector?
IBJ tech reporter Susan Orr talked with local tech firms and venture funders about the trends and tells host Mason King about their concerns and expectations.
Physician assistants get pushback on rebrand to ‘associates’
Many PAs, as they informally call themselves, say the change will provide a more accurate description of what they do. Medical groups say it might confuse patients over who is providing care.
Tech firms grow wary as funding streams slow
The red-hot tech industry is cooling down, and local industry insiders say they’re preparing for a landscape in which venture funding may be harder for companies to secure.
Animal group helps human clients heal one stride at a time
Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources serves children and adults with disabilities and offers therapeutic riding, equine-assisted learning and a mobile miniature horse program for seniors.
Corporate pursuit of carbon neutrality opens opportunities for city programs
As the city of Indianapolis considers selling carbon credits to invest in carbon-reducing forestry projects, it may be able to turn some sizable local companies into customers.
North of 96th roundup: Ross Dress for Less, new food delivery business plan openings
Several new restaurants and retailers have recently opened or are planning to open their doors in Boone and Hamilton counties.
Eskenazi Health to build new clinic on east side as part of $50M capital plan
The health system announced Thursday morning it will build a 95,000-square-foot clinic on a site that previously housed a 59-year-old retail center anchored by a long-closed Value City Department Store.