GREG MORRIS: Legislature goes after public notice—again
Eliminating information in print makes it too easy for governments to hide.
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Private equity firm’s bid for Gannett is bad news for IndyStar, Indianapolis
Every city needs a great daily newspaper. And so it has been frustrating to watch over the years as Gannett Co. has reduced the staff at The Indianapolis Star, which it purchased in 2000. Round after round of layoffs has decimated the newsroom. In 2007, The Star boasted some 230 employees. By 2011, that number […]
In new year, consider a new workplace culture
January is traditionally the time of year when we take stock of our lives, but it’s also a great time to re-evaluate your company’s culture. Even though the month is half over, it’s not too late for you to resolve to improve the workplace environment for your employees. Given the current low unemployment rate that […]
Disruptive Statehouse issues tough to anticipate
The annual legislative parlor game asks what issue will crop up this session and disrupt leadership efforts to efficiently manage the proceedings. Sometimes this is a partisan clash, but more recently—with super-minority Democrats unable to throw the proverbial monkey wrench into the process—this phenomenon has morphed from the partisan to the philosophical or fiscal realm. […]
URBAN DESIGN: Minneapolis getting kudos for Indy-like housing policies
Northern city’s headline-grabbing policy isn’t much different than what we’ve already accomplished.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Hoosier-packed rivals prepare to do battle
Seven native sons will start when Ball State and Miami take to the hardwood.
MIKE LOPRESTI: Coaching legend Holmes on cusp of record for most wins
A 50-year hardwood career at Bloomington South High School closes in on milestone.
Ed Feigenbaum: Look for evolutionary, not revolutionary, changes under legislative leaders
Three of the four leaders are “legislative legacies” of sorts, raised with a respect for “the system” and a sense of public service and selflessness.
Letter: Put policy to work to tackle skills gap
In early December the Indiana Manufacturers Association launched a regional manufacturing education initiative working with education partners so classes can be customized and available in the communities where jobs are waiting.
Gary Green: Older ex-offenders make better employees
The movement to put ex-cons to work should start with those who’ve had the time to truly change course.
Lauren Conaboy: Three ways elected leaders can change health care
Comprehensive care that addresses mental health is essential to helping patients, families and employers.
NATE FELTMAN: Infosys to Indiana, the real story
The personal touch weighed heavily in the Indian tech giant’s decision to invest here.
Editorial: ‘Thousand points of light’ still vital to confronting challenges
More than just brick-and-mortar projects, Eastern Star’s good work depends on the dedication of parishioners who are committed to making a difference one person at a time. The emphasis on interpersonal relations is a quality usually missing from big government programs.
Sherri Fella: Make fear, excitement your friends to help you grow
Every step is an opportunity to learn and to celebrate. It is an opportunity to fall and get back up again.
BOHANON & CUROTT: Don’t fall for the idea a recession is ‘overdue’
The claim that a recession is more likely in 2019 because there hasn’t been one in a while is an example of the gambler’s fallacy.
KIM: Take this non-forecast for 2019 to the bank
Not only is volatility normal, it is necessary for generating outstanding long-term returns.
BOHANON & CUROTT: State’s fiscal news offers something for everyone
The good news is that state tax revenue is on target to exceed expectations. The bad news is that mandated Medicaid expenditures are also on track to be above expectations.
HAHN: Health, wealth resolutions have much in common
behaviors gained to help live a healthier life can also be used to improve financial health.
MIKE LOPRESTI: A look back at a decade of sports ups and downs
From Butler’s Final Fours to other teams that hit bottom and seem headed back to the top.
Letter: Carbon emissions bill is breath of fresh air
It is such an elegant bill that it also adds millions of jobs and improves the economy at the same time.