Valparaiso’s Family Express plans 20-store sprawl, new look
The new stores will enhance its classic, colonial look for a more contemporary design to target younger demographics. ... Read More
Cate Charron
Indianapolis Business Journal
Stanz-Troyer announces new holding company branding
In 2022, Stanz Foodservice and Goshen-based Troyer Foods merged. Both brands will continue to use their branding. ... Read More
NiSource completes NIPSCO minority interest sale
The sale of a minority interest in the Northern Indiana Public Service Co. subsidiary from Merrillville-based NiSource to Blackstone Infrastructure Partners is complete. The $2.16 billion deal transfers a 19.9% indirect non-controlling interest in NIPSCO.... Read More
Indiana School Counselor Survey warns of high student ratios, testing duties
An annual state school survey highlights how mental health continues to be a major issue for students in all grade levels as many counselors feel they don't have enough time to work with their students.... Read More
Indiana Humanities supports 54 projects with total of $225K
Indianapolis-based Indiana Humanities, a statewide not-for-profit that encourages Hoosiers to think, read and talk, dealt out a total of $225,000 to 54 cultural institutions, libraries, universities and other not-for-profits.... Read More
Chicago Skyway tolls to increase in new year
Drivers traveling on the Chicago Skyway will need to dig out a little more change starting Jan. 1 when it will raise its tolls from $6.60 to $7.20 for two-axle vehicles. ... Read More
Crowdfunding project aims to revitalize Indy Bean Creek spot
The Water World project, led by Big Car Collaborative, will build a new landscape design and restore horticulture along Bean Creek and on the Tube Factory campus. It will both create gathering spaces and provide a better natural ecosystem.... Read More
State announces $18M in child care investments
The funds are from the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning, totaling $25 million. This round absorbed 72% of the funding, and the next round early next year will see the remaining funds.... Read More
Interim director named for soon-to-be-consolidated state office
Gov. Eric Holcomb selected Jefferson Garn to lead the OEA in the interim after Judge Mary Davidsen retires Friday. Garn will have a hand in both offices as he will continue to serve as the OALP deputy director and general counsel. ... Read More
CareSource program offers support for people making transition after incarceration
About 90 days before a person is to be released from one of Indiana’s 15 state correctional facilities, the offender will consult with representatives from CareSource to prepare for life beyond incarceration. CareSource’s re-entry program supports...... Read More