Johnson County still dealing with 2008 flood
Johnson County officials have been working to buy about 40 flooded properties in an area a few miles west of Greenwood, so they can be demolished.
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Daniels works to maintain national profile
Since he decided against running for president in May, Gov. Mitch Daniels has given more interviews on national television than when he was still considering a run. Although he has said no to the top of the presidential ticket, he has not ruled out running for vice president.
General Assembly considers going paperless with iPads
Indiana state lawmakers may trade in the reams of paper they use each session for sleeker iPads.
CIB approves refinancing Conseco, dome bonds
The move is expected to save $8 million to $9 million over the life of the bonds.
Mayoral foes see different paths to boost business
Both candidates for Indianapolis mayor are touting a host of ways to improve the city’s business climate. Incumbent Greg Ballard champions improving the city’s amenities. Challenger Melina Kennedy focuses on recruiting entrepreneurs to the city.
Commerce leader Roob leaving IEDC for private sector
The state’s Secretary of Commerce is stepping down to lead WoundVision LLC, an Indianapolis-based health care technology firm.
Goldsmith arrest prompted resignation from NYC
The former mayor of Indianapolis says he stepped down from his job as deputy mayor of New York City following his arrest over a domestic violence incident. The Goldsmiths deny accounts cited in a police report.
Columbus software firm plans new HQ, 200-job expansion
LHP Software says the new $5 million headquarters will accommodate growth in its business of developing software for use in phones, hospital beds, medical devices and other electronics.
Indiana lawmaker’s lynching reference riles tea party
Democrat Andre Carson of Indianapolis, a black congressman, used a lynching metaphor to describe tea party policies he says would turn minorities into “second class citizens.”
Private firm with Medicaid deal gets state help
Officials with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services say they had to hire 13 temporary workers and shift as many as 20 state workers from their regular jobs after withering consumer complaints against SynCare LLC of Indiana.
State preparing to pay maximum in stage collapse damages
Attorney General Greg Zoeller said Indiana will pay $5 million and get advice on distributing the money to victims of the State Fair tragedy from an expert who administered compensation funds following 9/11.
Former City-County Councilor’s trial set to begin
Lincoln Plowman, also a former Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department major, is accused of using his official position to collect $6,000 for helping to grease the wheels for a new strip club.
Indiana Supreme Court to hear state back-pay dispute
The class-action lawsuit argued that some state employees were required to work 40 hours a week while others were paid the same for working 37.5 hours.
Missouri health care advocates decry Indiana contractor
Indianapolis-based SynCare LLC, hired to determine the eligibility of Missouri Medicaid patients for in-home care, has "been a complete disaster from the beginning," statewide health care advocates charge.
‘Survivor’ contestant considers run for governor
Former "Survivor" contestant Rupert Boneham has formed an exploratory committee to possibly seek the Libertarian Party's nomination for governor.
IEDC, Conexus form aerospace, defense council
The Indiana Aerospace and Defense Council brings together industry leaders to begin creating a plan to grow the sector. IEDC and Conexus say Hoosier defense contractors have created 1,800 jobs in the past two years.
Mortgage firm plans local expansion, 140 jobs
Royal United Mortgage LLC, an Indianapolis-based mortgage firm, announced plans Tuesday to expand its local operations, adding up to 140 employees by 2013.
Air tool manufacturer plans Indiana expansion
Sullair Corp., which makes air compressors and other air tools, says it will expand its headquarters in northern Indiana and expects to add up to 113 jobs in the next few years.
Survey: 1.7 percent of Indiana jobs are ‘green’
The report found construction, services and trades accounted for well over 60 percent of the state's green jobs.
Lauth’s Eaglepoint fattens up on racing teams
David Powers Motorsports, John Force Racing, Don Prudhomme Racing and Vance & Hines together occupy roughly 320,000 square feet of space at the park.