Converse farmer embracing role as hemp pioneer
Healthy Hoosier Oil in Miami County makes culinary oil from sunflower and canola seeds. But someday, the product mix might include hemp oil.
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Bill alleviates liquor-permit scramble in suburbs
A state Senate bill aims to provide additional alcohol permits to a handful of municipalities, and even a major mixed-use development in downtown Indianapolis.
Train museum revives Polar Bear Express on different set of tracks
The Noblesville-based Indiana Transportation Museum recently lost a court battle that would have allowed it to revive the annual Polar Bear Express from Fishers to Indianapolis. But the museum has found a new route for the holiday excursion.
Some national Democrats swoon over South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg
Buttigieg is balancing his duties as mayor of South Bend with his new role as fresh-faced spokesman for the progressive wing of the national Democratic Party
Bloomington could open more sites to adult businesses
Only about eight acres in Bloomington, accounting for less than 1 percent of the city, are available to adult bookstores, movie theaters, novelty stores and similar businesses.
Kokomo, Howard County considering broader smoking ban
Local leaders are expected to vote Monday on proposals that would end smoking in all bars and restaurants.
Holcomb seeks $4M to plan next Regional Cities round
The governor is so pleased with the progress of the Regional Cities program implemented last year that he’s seeking more money from the Legislature to advance it.
RV industry makes comeback in Elkhart County
The industry has since shown resiliency. The county had an unemployment rate of 3.3 percent this year, and potential customers have more disposable income.
Officials want $150K loan tied to Muncie project paid back
The $150,000 loan to a businessman was made more than three years ago as part of an effort to redevelop a Muncie building and create jobs.
Vectren plans to retire most coal-burning units, shift mix of power sources
In the latest move by an Indiana utility to reduce its use of coal, the Evansville-based utility plans to build a solar farm and substantially increase the use of natural gas as a fuel source.
Trump’s past in Indiana: ‘a lot of bling and bluster’
Trump’s campaign behavior reminds some Hoosiers of their interactions with him during a storied history in Indiana, as owner of a Gary casino and would-be operator of another in French Lick.
Developer building $30M project in Kokomo
Flaherty & Collins Properties is partnering with the city of Kokomo on an apartment and retail project in the heart of its downtown.
Another town votes against joining Mounds Lake commission
The Yorktown Town Council voted 6-1 Monday against joining the commission for the propised $450 million Mounds Lake reservoir, a week after a similar rejection by the Daleville Town Council.
Indiana State launches drone major as demand for expertise grows quickly
Indiana State University was among the first universities in the country to offer a minor in unmanned systems, and even launched a drone research center. Now, as federal regulators loosen drone restrictions, the school is adding an unmanned-systems major.
UPDATE: Many Indiana counties not meeting public records law
The survey commissioned by the Indiana Coalition for Open Government sought records from 90 public agencies in 30 counties, but only 15 provided electronic copies of the documents.
Hotel to pioneer unique training program for people with disabilities
An Indianapolis not-for-profit is readying to open a 150-room Courtyard by Marriott in Muncie billed as a first-of-its-kind teaching hotel for people with disabilities.
Indiana law spurs ‘fireworks tourism’ from Illinois
Fireworks store owners in northwest Indiana say half to 80 percent of their business comes from Illinois, where fireworks are strictly regulated. That’s also good for restaurants and other retailers.
High tech hopes: Can Bloomington’s tech park succeed?
After years of a growing Indiana University student population dominating downtown housing, Bloomington city planners believe diversification is possible through the employees who “live, work and play” in the Certified Technology Park.
Muncie firm to hire 300-plus for new HQ by 2024
A-Son’s Construction Inc. plans to consolidate its operations into an existing structure whose location is under wraps for now.
Pence seeks $86M fund to enhance quality of life
Gov. Mike Pence wants to create an $85.6 million fund to help metro areas improve their quality of life, a new kind of economic development strategy for a state that historically plays up low taxes and highway access.