Minnesota-based Winnebago Industries Inc. (NYSE: WGO) has announced Bill Fenech will retire from his role as president of Bristol-based Barletta Pontoon Boats later this year. Winnebago, which acquired Barletta last year, says Jeff Haradine will be promoted to president from his current role as vice president of sales.... Read More
Batesville-based Hillenbrand Inc. (NYSE: HI) is reporting fiscal third quarter net income of $49 million, compared to $40.4 million during the same period last year. Hillenbrand says favorable pricing, higher volume in its industrial segments, and lower shares outstanding were offset by inflation and the impact of foreign currency exchange.... Read More
The city of Charlestown has inked a development agreement with Clarksville-based Dan Cristiani Excavating Co. (DCE) to commence construction on a 600-acre business park and residential project with infrastructure improvements beginning in September.... Read More
Michigan City-based Horizon Bancorp Inc. (Nasdaq GS: HBNC) has named Thomas Prame president of the company and its subsidiary Horizon Bank... Read More
Illinois-based LRS, which specializes in waste disposal and recycling, has acquired JL Hurt, a company in Kosciusko County that provides portable restrooms to a variety of industries. This marks the company's fourth acquisition in the northern Indiana market over the past two years.... Read More
Sweetwater has launched The Sweetwater Gear Exchange, a marketplace for buying and selling used gear. ... Read More
Warsaw-based OrthoPediatrics Corp. (Nasdaq: KIDS) is reporting a second quarter net loss of $300,000, compared to a loss of $3.8 million during the same period last year. Chief Executive Officer David Bailey says the strength of the business was enhanced by its recent acquisitions.... Read More
The Indy Chamber on Thursday morning urged Indiana lawmakers to pause their work on legislation that would ban abortion in most circumstances and take more time to gather information about how the proposal would affect women and health care providers.... Read More
The new president of the Indiana Sports Corp says the key to his tenure will be to make sure Indianapolis stays competitive when it comes to major sporting events. ... Read More
Columbus-based Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) on Wednesday announced the completion of its $3.7 billion acquisition of Meritor Inc. in Michigan. Meritor is a supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain products for the commercial vehicle and industrial markets.... Read More
Four booths in Indianapolis City Market are expected to become launching pads for Black businesses through a partnership with the Indy Black Chamber of Commerce and Bank of America.... Read More
Ball State University announced this week it is partnering with international esports organization Gen.G Global Academy. The university says the partnership will provide opportunities for student-athletes within its esports program as well as Gen.G’s student-athletes.... Read More
U.S. Rep. Jackie Walorski, who has represented Indiana’s 2nd Congressional District since 2013, was killed in a crash Wednesday afternoon in northern Indiana, according to various media outlets.... Read More
The Indiana Senate and House chambers seem to be on opposite sides when it comes to proposals for funding social services and providing inflation relief to Hoosiers.... Read More
Merrillville-based NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) is reporting second quarter net income of $53.2 million, compared to $46.5 million during the same period in 2021. The company says it is on track to make about $10 billion in capital investments over the next few years to continue its renewable energy transition.... Read More
Officials behind one of the largest annual conventions in downtown Indianapolis are expressing concern over legislation that would create a near-total abortion ban. ... Read More
Farmer sentiment saw a slight increase last month as the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 6 points in July. Purdue says producers were somewhat more optimistic about both current and future economic conditions on their farms compared to June.... Read More
Indiana University is implementing changes to its compensation for student academic appointees, the university announced Tuesday. The SAAs, graduate students who hold part-time teaching or research appointments, will receive a minimum stipend of $22,000, and their mandatory fees will be waived.... Read More
Students at Earlham College are piloting a new workforce development initiative in Wayne County. The college says Mirai Possibility is a partnership with local business and education leaders to help high school students grow their career-related skills.... Read More
The Decatur City Council has removed a roadblock for a planned $25 million slaughterhouse that will be located inside a former ice cream manufacturing plant in the Adams County city and create about 200 jobs. ... Read More
