Papa John’s founder admits to non-disclosure agreements with two women
Embattled Papa John’s International Inc. founder John Schnatter has previously faced sexual harassment allegations.
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East-side Cajun eatery calling it quits after 11 years
Owner and co-founder Art Bouvier cited myriad reasons for the upcoming closure of Papa Roux.
Giant Eagle to acquire 56-store Ricker’s chain
Ricker’s Chairman Jay Ricker told IBJ on Thursday morning that a purchase agreement for his 39-year-old company is in place and the deal is expected to close by the end of the month.
Group behind Bakersfield, Eagle, Krueger’s planning more local eateries
The Cincinnati-based operator is preparing to open Krueger’s Tavern on North Delaware Street. Also, in this week’s roundup: Launching Station, Between the Bun, Ruth’s Chris and Bob Evans.
Patachou Foundation expanding rapidly, feeding more children in more places
It has grown from serving 180 children at three schools in the Indianapolis Public Schools district in 2013 to serving 1,200 children at eight schools and five summer camps this year.
Dunkin’ Donuts to change its name to just Dunkin’
Doughnuts are still on the menu, but the company is renaming itself “Dunkin'” to reflect the chain’s increasing emphasis on coffee and other drinks.
Bank, restaurant vacating downtown tower as work gears up for new hotel
The street-level retail tenants in One North Penn are preparing to either relocate or close for good as the office building’s transformation gets under way.
Starbucks plans ‘significant changes’ to company’s structure
Starbucks Corp., on a mission to move faster, is planning an organizational shake-up, including corporate layoffs, as the coffee chain tries to reverse stagnant sales and rekindle investors’ interest.
Walmart mulls perks to attract new hires in tightening labor market
The nation’s biggest private employer asked hourly workers to rate potential incentives, including a sign-on bonus, child-care services, tutoring, pet care and gym memberships.
Airport awards key contract for planned concessions overhaul
Airport officials awarded a contract to an engineering company that will prepare retail spaces for new tenants as existing operators depart. Forty of the 53 retail concessionaires at the airport will see their leases expire Dec. 31.
Beech Bank Brewing Co. opens in Beech Grove
The establishment’s brews include Southside Python, named after the 14-foot snake that got loose in Beech Grove for several days earlier this year.
Mount Comfort RV building $5M showroom to keep up with industry growth
Facility will accommodate almost twice as many employees. Also: Just Pop In!, PGA Tour Superstore, Jack’s Donuts, Tractor Supply and more.
Rosie’s Place takes cookies and more to Carmel
Debbi and Michael Bourgerie opened Rosie’s Place in Noblesville in 2010. They now also operate a second eatery with the same name in Zionsville and will open a third location in Carmel this fall.
New Bon-Ton owner has no plan to reopen Carson’s store in Circle Centre
Merrillville-based CSC Generation Holdings Inc., which acquired Bon-Ton’s intellectual property in bankruptcy court, said Indiana was not part of its initial plan to reopen stores.
IBJ Podcast: The grape experts behind Indiana’s wine resurgence
IBJ Podcast host Mason King talks to two of them — Bruce Bordelon and Jill Blume — about Indiana’s wine industry, what makes it special and what to expect in the future.
Living Room Theater to bring upscale arthouse concept to Bottleworks
The Portland company had originally targeted Fountain Square. Also: Nesso, The Inferno Room, Scarlet Lane, Luciana’s, TeeJay’s Sweet Tooth and more.
Penrose project to fill Mass Ave retail gap
Developers of the $50 million Penrose on Mass say they’ve already signed four commercial tenants to the block-long mixed-use project that won’t open for another five months.
Indiana-based company to resurrect Carson’s, other Bon-Ton stores
The company said it was in “advanced discussions with landlords” about reopening stores in Indiana and several other states. Bon-Ton closed 15 stores in Indiana this year, including the Carson’s in Circle Centre mall.
Chicago-based America’s Dog & Burger plans to enter Indianapolis market
The company is actively seeking franchisees to open stores in central Indiana and elsewhere in the state.
Cincinnati-based Macaron Bar bakery to open on Mass Avenue
Indianapolis traffic at the chain’s Louisville store helped seal the deal. Also: Gina’s Grill, Fireside Brewhouse, MJ Insurance, Chuck E. Cheese and Twin Jewelers.