Anderson seeking new Nestle production line
Leaders of a central Indiana city are trying to persuade Nestle to pick it for a new production line at an existing plant that could add about 100 jobs.
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Anderson using Colts training camp in year-round tourism effort
With a new Indianapolis Colts coach and quarterback on the field, Anderson officials expect to see an increase in training camp attendance this season that will help boost tourism in Madison County all year.
Auto parts manufacturer plans 325 jobs in Anderson
Automobile parts supplier Greenville Technology Inc. plans to open a $21.4 million plant in Anderson, creating 325 jobs by 2016, economic development officials announced Tuesday morning.
Anderson’s former GM plants getting second look
Anderson officials said they are excited that companies have been showing interest in some of the industrial or commercial properties left by General Motors that need or are undergoing environmental cleanups.
Boutique Anderson ad agency expanding to Indianapolis
Four-person shop opening office downtown got its start at Flagship Enterprise incubator.
Study proposed on future of Anderson’s Wigwam gym
An architect is proposing a study for finding a new use for Anderson's closed Wigwam gymnasium, possibly turning it into a convention center.
Lawsuit: Anderson mayor fired 10 workers over politics
A central Indiana mayor is fighting a lawsuit filed by 10 former city employees who claim they lost their jobs because they backed the mayor's opponent in last year's election.
Anderson officials plan to demolish Emge building
Anderson officials plan to demolish a former meat-processing plant and convert the 5-acre property into a maintenance and storage area for the wastewater department.
Anderson mayor seeks budget cuts up to 20 percent
Anderson Mayor Kevin Smith and city controller Sam Pellegrino are asking every city department to make drastic cuts to their budget without significant layoffs.
Trial bus route connects central Indiana cities
Miller Trailways and the City of Anderson Transit System have a 30-day trial contract that allows Miller buses to use the downtown CATS terminal as a stop along its routes between Muncie and Indianapolis. The buses also stop in Pendleton and Fortville.
Anderson baseball-complex plan hits financing snag
Construction on The Farm, a $7.5 million baseball and softball facility along Interstate 69, has hit another snag while city officials and project developers continue to negotiate acceptable financing terms.
‘Repo Games’ TV show to feature Indiana contestants
Anderson will be heavily featured in a game show that gives residents who are facing a repossession a chance to have their vehicle paid off on the spot by answering questions correctly.
Three Anderson workers fired over relatives’ HUD funds
Three employees of an Anderson department that receives federal money for affordable housing have been fired for failing to notify city and federal officials that they had relatives whose housing was paid for with the funds.
Anderson eyes improvements to I-69 corridors
Improvements to two major corridors from Interstate 69 to downtown Anderson, reconfigurations of complicated interchanges, and changing one-way streets to two-way streets are among Mayor Kevin Smith's goals.
Indiana Live receives offer from Hoosier Park owner
Indiana Live is receiving overtures from potential buyers, including the owner of local competitor Hoosier Park & Casino, its parent company said in a recent bankruptcy court filing.
Techies aim to make money from memories
Two DePauw University graduates are launching a website they hope will preserve the world’s memories, through a virtual bank of shared experiences.
TeleServices to hire up to 180 for new Anderson call center
The call center will serve U.S. customers on issues relating to wireless communications and Internet connectivity.
Anderson has new economic development chief
Returning mayor hires consultant who once worked for the city.
Anderson mayor resigns, takes back police job
A central Indiana city's mayor has resigned with less than a week left to go in his term. Anderson Mayor Kris Ockomon submitted his resignation at a safety board meeting Monday.
Indiana Live asks court for $23 million tax refund
Bankrupt racetrack and casino asks for help recovering money from Indiana Department of Revenue.