The U.S. subsidiary of Italy-based Sirmax Group is increasing production of a flame retardant compound it says is growing in demand. Sirmax said it is dedicating one of the production lines at its Anderson location and could add a small number of jobs.... Read More
Evansville-based Old National Bank is reporting second quarter net income of $151 million, up from $111 million during the same period last year. The bank said it also incurred $3.4 million in expenses related to a fatal shooting at its Louisville branch.... Read More
A project to install more than 18 miles of natural gas pipeline in north central Indiana is moving forward. The Kokomo Tribune reports the installation of the 24-inch pipeline is complete, and crews are now advancing to the restoration phase.... Read More
IU Ventures is investing in a New York-based company founded by two alumni of the Indiana University Kelley School of Business. The investment is part of a $15 million funding round for Leap, which has developed an omnichannel platform for retail stores.... Read More
Fort Wayne-based Franklin Electric is reporting second quarter net income of $59.6 million, up slightly from $59.4 million last year. However, the company said in its quarterly earnings report that it hit record net sales of just over $569 million.... Read More
For the first time in 16 years, the city of Greenwood is developing a comprehensive plan it says will serve as a blueprint for the future. The plan will prioritize the expansion of the city's eastern corridor and reinvestment in "mature" areas, officials said.... Read More
Winona Powder Coating, a finishing services provider in Kosciusko County is growing its operations. The company is investing nearly $1 million to install additional equipment at its facility in the town of Etna Green with plans to add up to 10 jobs.... Read More
A convention focused on sports trading cards, collectibles and more is coming to Evansville this weekend. Our partners at WEHT-TV report the Evansville Card Con is expected to draw thousands to the city's downtown.... Read More
The Dubois County Airport Authority is looking to expand the Huntingburg Regional Airport by investing approximately $6 million to build a new terminal. The new, 6,000-square-foot facility will replace the existing terminal that was built in 1960.... Read More
As he prepares to step down as Indiana’s secretary of commerce next month, Brad Chambers says he is confident that the state’s economic momentum will continue. "There is talent and passion in innovation, and an aspiration for more and better in our state."... Read More
