Ivy Tech Extends Free Textbook Program

Ivy Tech Community College is extending its Ivy+ Textbooks program to cover the cost of required textbooks for all eligible students in the 2022-23 academic year. The college says this is the second year textbooks will be provided at no cost to students.... Read More

LCI Industries Reports Record Profit

Elkhart-based LCI Industries (NYSE: LCII) is reporting record full-year net income of $288 million in 2021, up from $129 million the previous year. Chief Executive Officer Jason Lippert said, despite challenges involving labor, freight and supply chains, the company delivered record revenues of $4.5 billion in 2021.... Read More

Crown Point Hospital Marks Construction Milestone

Franciscan Health Crown Point’s new $200 million hospital has reached a major milestone. The hospital held a topping off ceremony this week to celebrate the installation of the final steel beam used in the construction of the building, which is set to open in 2024.... Read More

UE Receives $2M Gift for Music Conservatory

The University of Evansville has received a $1.9 million gift from the Nancy Shepard Estate that will be used to support the UE Music Conservatory. The university says the funds will be allocated to three areas: the Nancy L. Shepard Endowed Scholarship for Wind and Percussion Students, the O. Wesley Shepard Memorial Scholarship, and the Nancy L. and O. Wesley Shepard Endowed Guest Artist Series.... Read More

CertaSite Buys Kentucky Fire Protection Company

Indianapolis-based CertaSite, a commercial fire protection and life safety company, has acquired Teasley Fire Protection headquartered in Kentucky. CertaSite says the acquisition will allow the company to grow its customer base and expand its services in the Frankfort market.... Read More

Muncie Secures Developer for $12M Housing Project

The city of Muncie has reached a deal with Cincinnati-based developer Miller Valentine Construction for City View 2, a $11.8 million single-family workforce housing development. The city says the housing will start as rental units, with options to purchase in the future.... Read More

Design Approved for IU School of Medicine Building

Indiana University's board of trustees has approved the architectural design for the IU School of Medicine's new Medical Education Building in Indianapolis. IU says the 11-story, 325,000-square-foot facility will be used to address instructional and research needs of programs.... Read More

Bankable Names New Executive Director

Anderson-based Bankable has named Jennifer Hall its new executive director. The nonprofit says Adam Hoeksema is stepping down from the position and is planning to take on a part-time role as strategic business advisor.... Read More

Simon Reports Annual Profit

Indianapolis-based Simon Property Group Inc. (NYSE: SPG) is reporting full-year Funds From Operations of $4.5 billion, compared to $3.2 billion in 2020. Chief Executive Officer David Simon said it was a very productive year for the company with an increase in occupancy at its U.S. malls and outlets.... Read More