Vote on Hammond gas station curfew on hold

The Hammond City Council is waiting to hold a final vote on a proposal to close all gas stations in the city overnight. Our partners at Lakeshore Public Radio report council members want to review additional crime statistics before making a decision.... Read More

Wabash more than triples profit in Q2

Lafayette-based Wabash is reporting second quarter net income of $74.3 million, up from $22.6 million during the same period last year. CEO Brent Yeagy says the company's efforts have already positioned it for its best year in terms of financial achievements.... Read More

Southern Indiana ENT acquired

Minnesota-based ENT Partners LLC announced Tuesday it has acquired Southern Indiana ENT & Indianapolis Sinus Center, headquartered in Columbus. Financial terms of the deal are not being disclosed.... Read More

Sirmax growing production in Anderson

The U.S. subsidiary of Italy-based Sirmax Group is increasing production of a flame retardant compound it says is growing in demand. Sirmax said it is dedicating one of the production lines at its Anderson location and could add a small number of jobs.... Read More

Gas pipeline project moves to next stage

A project to install more than 18 miles of natural gas pipeline in north central Indiana is moving forward. The Kokomo Tribune reports the installation of the 24-inch pipeline is complete, and crews are now advancing to the restoration phase.... Read More

Indiana farmers conserve record number of acres

A recent state conservation survey reported that 1.6 acres of overwinter living covers were planted this year in the state. With the exception of corn and soybeans, cover crops are planted on more acres of land than any other commodity crop.... Read More