Throng of international visitors could boost spending at racing confab
The Performance Racing Industry Show has grown into one of the biggest international draws of any trade show or convention held in Indianapolis.
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Marriott buying rival hotel chain Starwood for $12.2 billion
The deal would add 50 percent more rooms to Marriott's portfolio and give it more unique, design-focused hotels that appeal to younger travelers.
App helps people find things to do in central Indiana
DoStuff Media recently launched an app, Do317, and website, Do317.com, to help people find things to do in Indianapolis.
Westfield selects Jonathan Byrd’s to operate Grand Park hotel
According to plans, the 180-room hotel will be on 5.26 acres of city-owned property immediately to the west of the future indoor soccer facility on 191st Street.
Plans underway for statue of poet Riley in Greenfield
Museum officials estimate the statue, which they hope to unveil as part of Indiana's bicentennial celebration in 2016 and in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Riley's death, will cost $40,000 to $45,000.
Rising occupancies spur downtown-hotel building boom
Hotel developers emboldened by downtown’s escalating occupancy rate are poised to bring about 800 more rooms to the market.
Noblesville approves incentives for $35M hotel development
A seven- to eight-story hotel and 20,000-square-foot conference center are part of the proposed mixed-use development at exit 210 just off of Interstate 69 in Noblesville.
Indians sign new 20-year lease for Victory Field
Under the terms of the agreement, the Indians will pay no rent, but will continue to cover all maintenance, repairs and operational expenses.
Hamilton County overhauls strategy, targets Chicago visitors
Hamilton County Tourism is in the process of testing a marketing campaign aimed at attracting weekend visitors in the fall months. And it’s targeting only one out-of-state area—Chicago—instead of several.
Engineers: Lucas Oil Stadium roof working properly
After several tests, engineers have certified that the roof is now fully operable, according to a written statement from the Indiana State Convention and Building Authority.
CIB: Tests show Lucas Oil Stadium roof opens properly
The roof of Lucas Oil Stadium has opened and closed properly in tests three weeks after three fans were hurt when a bolt fell during an Indianapolis Colts preseason game.
Downtown flags display honors soldiers, public safety officers
A local not-for-profit created the sea of 250 flags—on display through Saturday—in part to raise money for the American Legion Legacy Scholarship Fund. Organizers hope it will become an annual event.
High court weighs state fair stage collapse case
The Indiana Supreme Court is weighing arguments to decide if the state is liable for some of the damages faced by a rigging company in the 2011 state fair stage collapse that killed seven people.
Business lunch spots to savor
There’s no shortage of places to have a great lunch in central Indiana. But where do you go to close the big deal? IBJ asked locals where they like to go when it’s all on the line.
Expand the Indiana Convention Center again?
The Indianapolis gathering place is ready for its fifth addition, say the city’s top convention promoters.
Soapmaker Gilchrist & Soames scooped up by Sysco unit
The Indianapolis-based producer of high-end soaps, shampoos and conditioners for hotels and resorts will become part of Guest Supply but keep its local operations.
Eiteljorg lands huge art donation from late NFL team owner
The gift from the Bud Adams estate includes significant paintings by noted artists including Frederic Remington, Charles Marion Russell, N. C. Wyeth and Thomas Moran.
More events, more people give Georgia Street new life
The section of Georgia Street west of the fieldhouse was conceived as a way to create an eye-catching Super Bowl pedestrian zone in 2012. The challenge since has been to find a sustainable role for the venue.
Theater at Fort Benjamin Harrison finds new life
This October, the 86-year-old theater will come to life again. A collaboration between a local arts organization, Partnerships for Lawrence, and the city of Lawrence, which is paying for repairs, is making it possible.
Indiana Beach resort sold to amusement park firm
The 89-year-old entertainment venue in Monticello is becoming part of a new California company with more than a dozen parks nationwide.