Northeast Indiana’s newest boutique hotel opened its doors for guests earlier this year. Around IN Reporter Mary-Rachel Redman checks out Fort Wayne’s botanical-themed Bradley Hotel, the city’s latest addition to its waterfront revitalization efforts.... Read More
Brothers Jason and Jerrad founded Oakley Brothers’ Distillery on 8th Street in Anderson in 2018. Around INdiana Reporter Mary-Rachel Redman explains how their dream started on the Inca Trail in Peru and wound up becoming a popular destination in Madison County. ... Read More
It’s full steam ahead for two major commuter rail improvement projects in northwest Indiana. South Shore Line President & General Manager Mike Noland has an update on the double tracking project from Gary to Michigan City and the 8.5-mile extension of the West Lake Corridor from Hammond to Dyer. ... Read More
From the Carmel Christkindlmarkt to a new family train ride at the Indiana State Museum, you don’t have to look far to celebrate the season in Indianapolis. IBJ Editor Lesley Weidenbener with a look at how local organizations are competing for your holiday dollar.... Read More
Northwest Indiana will soon be in the national basketball spotlight when the best of the best in high school hoops tip off next month at the U.S. Marines La Porte Invitational. City of La Porte Parks Superintendent Mark Schreiber explains ESPN’s involvement and how it’s part of a larger strategy for the city. ... Read More
What is the short and long-term impact for the 17 Indiana regions getting a share of the $500 million READI grant money? We get insight from our panel of INsiders: Krieg DeVault Of Counsel Deborah Daniels, IndyPolitics.org Publisher Abdul-Hakim Shabazz and Bose Public Affairs Group Principal Roger Harvey.... Read More
There’s a new resource for Indiana teachers looking to achieve excellence in the classroom. The INLearning Partnership is a collaborative initiative that provides professional resources for educators. We get details from Five Star Technology Vice President of Strategy April Harper. ... Read More
Genezen has announced plans to invest $40 million in its cell and gene therapy facility in Hamilton County. Ray Kaczmarek explains why the company is bullish on Fishers and its growing life sciences sector. ... Read More
Hoosier food entrepreneurs are cashing in on the meats, cheeses and crackers you nibble on at parties and gatherings. Yelp’s Senior Lead of Community & Marketing Brittany Smith looks at the growing trend of Hoosier entrepreneurs getting in on the food board business.... Read More
A first-of-its-kind study of water demand and availability in Central Indiana could help navigate future economic growth. INTERA Vice President, Strategy and Integration Jack Wittman explains why it’s critical to attracting new businesses to the state.... Read More
Seventeen Indiana regions representing all 92 counties are getting a share of $500 million from the state’s READI grants program. READI Review Committee Member and Dean and Barbara White Foundation Executive Director Bill Hanna breaks down the economic impact and how it could generate billions of dollars in overall investments.... Read More
Indiana’s economy weathered a challenging 2021. Despite supply chain issues, labor shortages and the pandemic, the state saw growth in several key areas. In an extended interview, we’ll get Governor Eric Holcomb’s perspective on the state of economic development this year and what’s in the pipeline for 2022.... Read More
A key component to Indiana’s economic development strategy can be found in innovation and technology. Governor Eric Holcomb explains how renewable energy, battery technology and entrepreneurship are driving growth.... Read More
Ernie Pyle, a small-town boy from Vermillion County, made a big-time mark on how Americans learned about what was happening on the front lines during World War II. Mary-Rachel Redman with more on this Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and how his hometown of Dana is working to preserve his legacy.... Read More
Banks experiencing high credit quality, Indiana businesses preparing for potential changes in COVID-19 vaccination laws for workers and what the legacy project from the College Football Playoff National Championship may look like in Indianapolis. IBJ Managing Editor Greg Weaver joins us with a look at these stories and more coming up in this week’s IBJ.... Read More
A bio-tech company based out of the Purdue Research Park has developed a potential game changer in identifying ovarian cancer. The FDA has approved the use of On Target Laboratories’ fluorescent imaging agent CYTALUX to target cancer during surgery. We get details from On Target Laboratories Chief Science Officer & Founder Dr. Philip Low.... Read More
Earlham College is taking steps to reverse the trend in the number of Hoosiers pursuing opportunities in higher education. President Anne Houtman with more on why the Wayne County college is adding new majors and concentrations for the 2022 school year.... Read More
Indianapolis sports tourism experienced a comeback this year after a rough 2020. More on the post-pandemic game plan from Indiana Sports Corp President Ryan Vaughn.... Read More
Indianapolis is preparing to host the nation’s newest contemporary music festival. The artists which make up WonderRoad will hit three stages at Garfield Park on the city’s south side in June. We get details on the event from The Elevation Group President Denny Young and learn why organizers chose central Indiana for their third multi-day […]... Read More
Indiana’s economy is expected to remain somewhat resilient heading into 2022 despite challenges brought on by COVID-19, labor shortages and supply chain issues. We get more on what to expect from Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers.... Read More
