Conexus Indiana names 2024 Rising 30 class
Honorees include engineers, entrepreneurs and business owners, educators, CEOs and product developers from across Indiana.... Read More
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Purdue president named to inaugural DOE foundation board
U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm last week appointed Purdue University President Mung Chiang to the inaugural board of directors for the U.S. DOE Foundation for Energy Security and Innovation, or FESI.... Read More
College-going rate for Indiana high school students continues to flatline
The rate of Indiana high school seniors who go directly on to college remains stagnant, according to the latest data released by state officials. New numbers for the Class of 2022 announced by the Indiana Commission of Higher Education indicated...... Read More
FTC’s new noncompete ban allows exceptions for mergers
The Federal Trade Commission last month announced a sweeping ban on most noncompete agreements, but some exceptions were granted for certain mergers and acquisitions. Those exceptions come through a sale-of-a-business provision in the agency’s...... Read More
Granger business owner ordered to pay back wages in preliminary injunction
A federal judge has ordered the owner of dozens of Mega Liquor & Smoke stores to pay nearly $355,000 in back wages and damages to 156 employees following an investigation by the U.S. Department of Labor.... Read More
This week on Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick 5/12/24
For decades, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was a one-event venue. Today, IMS plays host to some 200 events a year. Penske Entertainment’s Allison Melangton talks demand, balancing tradition and what’s next for IMS.... Read More
Boles: IMS continues to drive innovation in motorsports
Since its founding in 1911, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway has served as an incubator of automotive innovation. Numerous breakthroughs at the track have translated into the daily driving experience, such as...... Read More
Construction firm opens regional office in Michigan City
Chicago-based construction firm F.H. Paschen is expanding its presence with a new regional office in Michigan City. The company said Thursday it made an initial investment of $250,000 to build out the space, and is adding nine jobs.... Read More
24 Hoosier schools earn STEM designations
This year, 20 schools are newly certified, four renewed their certification and 11 received a designation showing improvement toward developing STEM opportunities. ... Read More
Surack hopes to ‘move the needle’ on Indy Eleven’s battle with city
The founder of the Indy Eleven soccer team is hopeful that adding a billionaire to the franchise’s ownership ranks will bolster his case for Major League Soccer—and get plans for a $1.5 billion stadium district back on track.... Read More
Purdue professor lands $2.4M grant for lung infection research
A Purdue University associate professor has received a $2.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to fight lung infections resistant to antimicrobial drugs. Qi “Tony” Zhou leads a team in developing inhalation treatments for lung infections. ... Read More
Ivy Tech, Conexus partner on advanced manufacturing skills training
Ivy Tech Community College and Conexus Indiana are teaming up to support a growing number of advanced manufacturing companies that are integrating more digital technologies. The partners are developing new skills training courses at Ivy Tech to...... Read More
Westfield leaders keeping eye on Indy Eleven situation
Westfield leaders negotiating a 40-year, $300 million deal to manage Grand Park Sports Campus are monitoring how Indianapolis’ push for a Major League Soccer franchise could affect the Indy Eleven as the team makes plans for growth in the Hamilton County city.... Read More
First Merchants names new board chair
The founder of an Indianapolis financial services firm and longtime board member of Muncie-based First Merchants Corp. has been named chair of the bank’s board, the bank announced Wednesday. Jean Wojtowicz succeeds the the retiring Charles Schalliol as...... Read More
Commission approves Indiana Michigan Power rate increase
Customers of Fort Wayne-based Indiana Michigan Power will soon see their electric bills go up after the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved a rate increase for the utility. The approval follows a settlement agreement reached in December.... Read More
Thomas Estabrook juggles law school, mayoral duties
While most traditional law school students begin their training immediately after earning an undergraduate degree, that’s not the case for many enrolled in the evening courses at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law.... Read More
Teachers confront Indiana education officials over literacy license requirements
A new Indiana law requiring some teachers to learn about teaching literacy in order to renew their licenses drew hours of criticism from educators at Wednesday’s State Board of Education meeting. State lawmakers this year expanded a requirement that new...... Read More
Indiana Chamber’s ‘Best Places to Work’ rankings unveiled
The Indiana Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday unveiled the rankings of the 2024 Best Places to Work in Indiana. Nearly 200 companies from throughout the state are ranked among four categories, with two hitting the No. 1 spot for the first time.... Read More
Indianapolis lawmaker is Mike Braun’s pick for lieutenant governor
U.S. Sen. Mike Braun, the Republican nominee for governor, said Wednesday that he’ll ask delegates at the Republican State Convention to confirm Rep. Julie McGuire of Indianapolis as his running mate for the November general election.... Read More
Ryobi Die Casting expanding Mexico operations
Shelbyville-based Ryobi Die Casting USA Inc. this week detailed plans to invest $50 million to expand its aluminum die casting facility in Irapauto, Mexico. The company said the investment, which will include 124 new jobs, will add more capacity to support...... Read More