Mishawaka greenlights second phase of transformational riverwalk development
At $63 million, Phase II of The Mill promises to advance the transformation of downtown Mishawaka with more riverfront views, recreation and dining.... Read More
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West Terre Haute plant nearing key federal approval
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency this month announced its intent to issue two Class 6 permits for the underground injection and storage of carbon dioxide generated from a planned ammonia fertilizer plant in West Terre Haute.... Read More
Indy businesses make ‘Favorite Mom and Pop Shops’ list
Yelp and Entrepreneur Magazine have released their inaugural list of "America's Favorite Mom and Pop Shops," and two businesses in Indianapolis made the cut. The list features 150 U.S.-based businesses in 10 categories that were ranked on a variety of factors.... Read More
AM General taps Michigan company for JLTV components
South Bend-based AM General continues to move forward with plans to produce Joint Light Tactical Vehicles for the U.S. Army. The manufacturer has awarded a $300 million contract to Plasan North America in Michigan for the production of vehicle components.... Read More
Settlement reached in Sen. Tyler Johnson malpractice case
An Indiana senator’s medical malpractice case involving the 2018 death of a young woman has an “agreed resolution,” according to court records, though no other details were available.... Read More
New Fort Wayne renter neighborhood completes construction, opens doors
Developer Next Chapter Meadows constructed the neighborhood named Dupont Meadows with a $57 million investment based on a concept popular in the Southeastern U.S. The houses are meant for renters and cater to a population of Americans who decide to rent but don't want to live in an apartment.... Read More
Floyd County Legacy Foundation awards $500K in grants
10 community organizations in Southern Indiana received Floyd County Legacy Foundation grants.... Read More
Indianapolis Prize names Global Wildlife Ambassador recipient
The award is presented to individuals who "use their communication skills to tell the stories of threatened and endangered species and habitats, raising awareness of these issues with the public, businesses and policymakers."... Read More
Canadian chemical company coming to Connersville
Nova Chemicals Corp., a producer of sustainable polyethylene based in Calgary, Alberta, announced plans Tuesday to establish its first mechanical recycling facility in Connersville. Details of the financial investment in the project are not being disclosed.... Read More
Envelope company closing Indy plant, eliminating 127 jobs
One of the country’s largest envelope companies plans to permanently close its Indianapolis plant, ending employment for 127 workers. In a notice to the state, Cenveo Worldwide Limited said the plant at 6302 Churchman Bypass will close on Sept. 8.... Read More
Indiana Public Broadcasting names inaugural Hall of Fame inductee class
Four notable names in local broadcasting are being recognized as inductees of Indiana Public Broadcasting Stations' first Hall of Fame class. The Hall of Fame recognizes broadcasters with Hoosier ties who have contributed to the advancement of public media.... Read More
Fast-growing tech firm Resultant undergoes leadership change
Mark Caswell, who led Indianapolis technology consulting and analytics firm Resultant through a period of tremendous growth, has been replaced by a new chief executive. Resultant says longtime technology consulting executive Greg Layok has been hired as CEO... Read More
Indy, La Porte airports receive FAA clean energy grants
The Indianapolis International Airport is set to receive the largest allotment of FAA Improvement Program funding at $22.58 million. The investment will build the airport's new energy-efficient infrastructure, including solar panels.... Read More
Rose-Hulman adding cybersecurity minor
The institute says new minor will be available to all students, including those outside of the computer science and software engineering program, which already teaches cybersecurity through regular coursework.... Read More
Effort seeks to connect Evansville development opportunities with funding resources
Evansville is about halfway through the four phases of becoming a CDFI Friendly region. Organizers held a kickoff meeting in May; the next meeting is scheduled for September. If all goes well, CDFI Friendly Evansville Region should be in operation by the end of the year.... Read More
‘A culmination of my career’: Q&A with Greg Wathen, Evansville Regional Business Hall of Fame inductee
The former president and CEO of the Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana spent more than 14 years with the organization and helped form the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership in 2021, where he served as president until his retirement in 2022.... Read More
Southwest Indiana reaping benefits of sports tourism
City officials say a growing emphasis on sports tourism stems from the creation of the Evansville Regional Sports Commission in 2010 to attract not only youth sports, but high-profile collegiate events as well.... Read More
Manchester meets fundraising goal two years early
Manchester University is celebrating the achievement of reaching a fundraising campaign two years early. The school has raised more than $45 million in its Manchester Bold campaign — a goal university leaders said they had hoped to meet by 2025.... Read More
Shell building planned for Lawrence County
The Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission has approved the construction of a $5.2 million shell building in the Mitchell Industrial Park. The RDC said Monday the 50,400-square-foot building could be expanded to 200,000 square feet to accommodate growth.... Read More
Franciscan Health parent to shift 61 employees to outside firm
The parent of Franciscan Health Indianapolis plans to shift 61 employees to an outside company and end their employment as Franciscan employees on Sept. 30. All the employees work in Franciscan Alliance’s information services department.... Read More