City to repurpose some public golf courses
Indy Parks is grappling with the future of its 13 courses based on declining revenue and interest, and millions of dollars in eventual facility upgrades.
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Royal Pin bowling center scores big with push into group events, other games
The company spent $4.2 million to upgrade its north-side facility, adding non-bowling attractions, then worked to host corporate fundraisers, company parties and team-building retreats.
Little League’s impact on Whitestown could be big
Whitestown, which has a population of less than 9,000, is bracing for an estimated 20,000 to 40,000 visitors annually as well as national and international press who will attend tournaments that will be broadcast across the ESPN family of networks.
Indians moving forward on $8.3 million Victory Field project
The Indians will get a new club and additional space in their administrative offices with a multi-million-dollar project expected to start once the 2019 season concludes. The project has received approval from the Capital Improvement Board.
Speedway B&O Trail extensions could spur development
Redevelopment experts are confident the west side will see a jolt in property values and development opportunities as plans to extend a Speedway trail both east and west move forward.
Fans of late champion cyclist Major Taylor say it’s time for city to embrace icon
The African-American cyclist—who took the world by storm at the turn of the 20th century is finally receiving the national admiration he never garnered while alive.
Area attractions appeal to winter adventurers
Several temporary outdoor ice rinks return to central Indiana this winter, and communities are making changes to improve the experience for visitors.
IBJ Podcast: Indiana Pacers Bikeshare is undergoing its first expansion—and it’s a big one
Kären Haley, executive director of the Indianapolis Cultural Trail, talks with guest host Anthony Schoettle about the timeline for the bikeshare expansion and why it was important to locate stations outside of downtown.
Q&A: Entrepreneur’s fitness firm off to healthy start
Since starting his own personal training business while attending Indiana University, 30-year-old Tyler Davis has helped hundreds of clients stay on top of their game. His new startup focuses on clients who travel a lot.
Q&A: Golf pro overcomes disability, wins state title
Six years after golfer Brad Fellers was diagnosed with a rare bone malady that caused him to lose feeling in his right hand, he has qualified for the 2019 PGA Professional Championship.
For quick getaway, it’s hard to beat a low-key canoe cruise on Sugar Creek
Fear not, beginners: Sugar Creek poses about as much of a challenge to your paddling skills as the average waterpark lazy river.
Q&A: Hitting the trails, building a business
Brian Holzhausen, 46, has run hundreds of races, from short blasts to 31-mile ultramarathons on rugged dirt trails. Following his passion, he jumped from a career in engineering to outdoor fitness.
Greenwood sports-complex project stalled over energy rebate
A $25 million Greenwood sports complex is on ice while its developers try to work out a deal to get a sizable, one-time rebate from Indianapolis Power & Light Co.
Pacers net naming rights to fieldhouse at Grand Park
Formerly known as Jonathan Byrd’s Fieldhouse, the $10 million facility with eight hardwood courts for basketball and volleyball will be called the Pacers Athletic Center.
Owner of esteemed golf course proposes ditching links, building mixed-use project
Redeveloping the Zionsville course—consistently ranked among the best in the country—could include 360 single-family homes and 200 multi-family housing units.
Residents object to third development plan near Westfield golf club
Westfield residents want to keep the city’s only public golf course open, but so far, any project that could do so hasn’t been able to tee off.
Couple who pitched Westfield baseball center bristle over potential deal with mayor’s nephew
Sue and Chris Estep, owners of RoundTripper Baseball Academy in Westfield, say they met with Mayor Andy Cook to discuss the possibility of relocating to Grand Park.
New management to handle concessions at Grand Park
The city of Westfield’s contract with Carmel-based Urick Concessions, which has been operating the outdoor food stands at the sports complex since it opened in 2014, ends Dec. 31.
Zionsville, Plainfield still at bat in Little League HQ pursuit
Zionsville and Plainfield are still in contention to land Little League International’s Central Region headquarters, but Westfield has apparently struck out.
Sports-software company raises $1.1 million in latest round
Upper Hand said it plans to use the money to boost its sales team and its software. The company has raised $2.1 million since last spring.