Groundbreaking set for Fort Wayne mixed-use project

Officials in Fort Wayne will break ground Tuesday on a more than $98 million mixed-use development. The Lofts at Headwaters Park will feature more than 200 apartments, 15 townhomes, 12,000 square feet of retail space and a 651-space parking garage.... Read More

Purdue lands $2M in USDA grants

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded two, $1 million grants to Purdue University. The university said Monday the funding will support separate five-year projects designed to enhance sustainable agricultural systems.... Read More

Pillow Logistics expanding across Indiana

Indianapolis-based courier service Pillow Logistics is expanding its footprint around Indiana. The company says it is investing approximately $1.5 million as it opens new locations in Indy, Louisville, Evansville, Fort Wayne and Merrillville.... Read More

Leer Group opens new manufacturing plant

Elkhart-based Leer Group last week cut the ribbon on its new Midwest manufacturing plant. The company said the facility will allow for an increase in manufacturing capacity for its commercial aluminum truck caps and the addition of 25 jobs.... Read More

Essenhaus begins work on building expansion

Middlebury-based Das Dutchman Essenhaus has begun construction on an expansion of its Essenhaus Foods building. Financial details were not disclosed, but the company said the project will support growth of its noodle production line.... Read More

New fund targets growth for Black business owners

An Indianapolis-based nonprofit is looking to provide a boost for minority entrepreneurs. Be Nimble Foundation has launched the Nile Capital Fund to provide revenue-based equity loans and traditional equity investments of up to $25,000 for Black founders.... Read More

Muncie Power Products names new CEO

Muncie Power Products this week announced Andrea Zanellotti as its new president and CEO. Zanellotti succeeds Ray Chambers, who retired last week after nearly 20 years with the company, including 11 years as CEO.... Read More