Indiana-based Mainstream Fiber Networks on Monday announced the completion of a multi-year fiber project in Floyd County The $4.1 million project was supported by grant funding through the state's Next Level Connections program.... Read More
The assistant dean for clinical education in the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine says burnout and compassion fatigue are two key contributors to the veterinarian shortage being seen throughout the country. ... Read More
Small businesses in Boone County that want to improve their digital footprint, such as increasing online sales, have a new opportunity for help. The Boone County Economic Development Corp. is accepting applications for its digital upgrade program.... Read More
The St. John Town Council is continuing to move forward with plans for a new riverfront district. The council has approved an ordinance to establish liquor licenses for the area with specific criteria outlined to obtain them.... Read More
Hoosiers haven’t seen a pay increase for jury duty in at least two decades, but that could change — even double — under a bill advancing steadily through the Statehouse. But corresponding fee increases have sparked debate on how to fund the criminal justice system.... Read More
The Elkhart County Commissioners are partnering with South Bend-based ChoiceLight Inc. on the management of the county's 189-mile fiber network. The partners say the deal will accelerate the county's return on investment in the network.... Read More
A South Bend restaurant specializing in pizza and other Italian fare has been named the best place for comfort food in Indiana by the foodie website LoveFood. The team of food journalists scoured the country to find the best “mom and pop” restaurants in U.S. to get a homecooked meal. In the Hoosier State, Rocco’s […]... Read More
The founder of Indianapolis-based Keystone Group says he hopes the planned $1 billion Eleven Park mixed-use development will be a catalyst for job creation and create a boost for downtown Indy's sports identity. ... Read More
The town of Speedway says it is considering a $2.5 million short-term construction loan for the developer of the Wilshaw hotel project across from Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The loan would cover a small gap in funding for Atlanta-based Hotel Equities Group.... Read More
Michigan City-based Burn 'Em Brewing has broken ground on a new location on the city's north side. The brewery is investing $1.6 million to renovate a building it says will almost double its production capacity, with plans to create up to 30 full-time jobs.... Read More
Indiana lawmakers have sidelined a proposal that would have allowed immigrants living in the country illegally to obtain state-issued cards giving them permission to drive. A state Senate committee had endorsed the bill in early February, but it failed to advance.... Read More
The Indiana Soybean Alliance says a new partnership with Illinois-based nonprofit Cutting Edge Curriculum will help Indiana’s middle-school teachers teach agriculture. Cutting Edge developed a variety of online, educational programs in a variety of fields, such as ag education, family and consumer sciences, and industrial technology.... Read More
The Indiana Destination and Development Corp. on Friday unveiled plans for an initiative to showcase Indiana's military history. The "Military Monuments and Museums IN Indiana" program will spotlight locations that focus on Hoosier military history education.... Read More
The Court of Appeals of Indiana has affirmed a Marion Superior Court’s decision to grant summary judgment to Franciscan Health – Indianapolis in a dispute involving the plaintiffs’ medical records.... Read More
A new report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Oxford Economics projects increases in state and local tax revenue generated by hotels nationally and in Indiana. However, challenges remain in terms of staffing and hotel occupancy.... Read More
Indiana University on Thursday announced the hiring of Jason Dudich as associate vice president for fiscal and economic strategy. Dudich most recently served as VP for finance administration and treasurer at the University of Indianapolis.... Read More
Forbes has released its annual list of Best Midsize Employers and seven Indiana businesses and institutions made the cut. The publication highlighted 500 firms, ranging from education and insurance to financial services and healthcare.... Read More
The South Bend Regional Chamber of Commerce on Thursday presented awards to five business leaders and companies for the accomplishments in the community, and for economic growth and job creation. The annual Salute to Business luncheon showcases operations who have demonstrated leadership, innovation, and capital investment.... Read More
The owner of a now-defunct southern Indiana roadside zoo featured in Netflix’s “Tiger King” is liable for the funds he misappropriated from the zoo’s underlying nonprofit, the Court of Appeals of Indiana has affirmed.... Read More
Indiana University Health, the state’s largest hospital system, said Thursday the pandemic continued to batter it last year, sharply increasing the cost of wages and cutting operating income nearly 25%. IU Health posted operating income of $120.6 million for the full year, down from $160.7 million a year earlier.... Read More
