At century mark, Footlite venue seeks support for repairs
All proceeds from a centennial gala, with tickets priced $65 to $125, will support preservation efforts of the Hedback Community Theater.
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Arrow McLaren nears move to new racing HQ
The racing team plans to renovate its newly-acquired building and expand its footprint to 86,000 square feet, nearly tripling the size of its current facility.
Charter leaders want IPS to transfer building ownership to their schools
While charter leaders have requested ownership of IPS buildings, supporters of traditional public schools have called for the district to charge for all services it provides to its charter partners.
Castleton complex acquired in state’s second-largest apartment transaction
The complex has undergone more than $20 million in renovations since 2020, including luxury-level finishes, fully upgraded kitchens and bathrooms, new roofing, refreshed hallways and fresh paint throughout.
Historic Fishers farmhouse to be ‘deconstructed’ and ‘repurposed’ for new project
The Kincaid House, a 164-year-old farmhouse that has been a landmark along Interstate 69 in Fishers for the past decade, is scheduled to be taken down by the end of the month.
Boutique hotel planned near Cultural Trail on Virginia Avenue
Plans for the 26-room hotel are still in the early stages, with the owner set to request feedback on its proposal during an Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission meeting.
Shiel Sexton carves out high-profile sports projects as niche
Interestingly, while sports have been very, very good to the company, management didn’t set out to make arenas and fieldhouses one of their specialties. It just sort of happened.
Retro setting helps Mike Epps maintain his hometown ties
Comedian/actor Mike Epps has made a 2,100-square-foot house in the Kennedy-King neighborhood a singular work of art.
Dream Palace bookstore and coffee shop to close
Dream Palace Books & Coffee opened in October 2023 in a space where The Thirsty Scholar served customers from 2013 to 2018.
Data center projects facing local pushback
Four data center proposals in the Indianapolis area are facing a dynamic that’s emerging here and elsewhere: The operators working to build data centers here vs. the neighbors trying to stop them.
Avon real estate agent involved in dozens of lawsuits faces loss of license
Attorney General Todd Rokita is seeking to revoke the real estate license of Jeremy Tucker, an Avon real estate agent who has been sued dozens of times over local real estate deals.
Indianapolis Zoo buys two nearby parcels but has ‘no plans’ for expansion
In the past decade, the zoo has seen substantial growth of its wildlife and educational offerings, with the addition of dedicated exhibit areas for orangutans, kangaroos and, most recently, chimpanzees.
Indy touts planned green spaces as convention attraction
Tourism promoters hope a Georgia Street revamp—along with the adjacent Signia by Hilton scheduled to open late next year and other green-space plans—will draw more convention and event business.
IPS school board OKs new plan for closed John Marshall school
The school board voted unanimously Thursday night to divide the property into three separate parcels.
Existing-home sales in central Indiana tick up after 4 months of declines
The median sales price for a home in the area rose 1.4% in May, while the active inventory of homes climbed 20.5% on a year-over-year increase.
Epcon Communities planning 362-home development in Zionsville
The Courtyards of Heritage Trail would be Epcon’s eighth and largest Courtyard community in the metropolitan area.
Slapfish picks Market District in Carmel for 4th area restaurant
Restaurateurs and Carmel residents Mark and Lauren Weghorst plan to begin renovating the 3,300-square-foot space this summer before opening later this year.
IBJ wins 10 awards, Mickey Shuey named Journalist of the Year
The awards from the Alliance of Area Business Publications covered reporting, design and podcasts published in 2024.
Cultural campus planned as focal point of Crooked Creek
A community-led effort hopes to establish Crooked Creek Cultural Campus near the northwest intersection of West 62nd Street and Michigan Road, with a 200-seat theater and community center nestled in eight wooded acres.
City strikes deal with local developer for Drake property restoration
Indianapolis-based ALK Development LLC plans to spend $10 million to restore the 3060 N. Meridian St. building, currently owned by the city, to a 27-unit housing facility focused on seniors.