OneAmerica names next investments chief

Indianapolis-based OneAmerica has named David Weisenburger chief investment officer, succeeding John Mason who will retire in May after 36 years with the company. The insurance and financial services provider says Weisenburger is just the fifth CIO to serve the company since World War II.... Read More

Hammond hospital ER ordered to remain open

With just 16 hours to spare, a judge has ordered Franciscan Health Hammond’s emergency room to keep its doors open for another nine months. Our partners at The Times of Northwest Indiana report Lake Superior Court Judge Bruce Parent on Thursday granted a preliminary injunction to the city.... Read More

IU doc enjoys growing social media following

A high-profile central Indiana physician has developed an impressive social media following through his YouTube Channel. In addition to serving as chief health officer for Indiana University, Dr. Aaron Carroll is also the face of Healthcare Triage and enjoys a nearly a half million subscribers.... Read More

IWU offering new path for pilots to earn degrees

Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global has partnered with ATP Flight School, a pilot training company, to streamline degree pathways for pilots who complete their FAA Certificate through ATP. The two schools says they addressing the national pilot shortage by meeting the need for flexible, accessible degree programs for pilots.... Read More

Genesis Products acquires major drawer maker

Goshen-based Genesis Products Inc, a supplier of laminated panels and wood components, has acquired BHK of America, a manufacturer of cabinet drawers and components based in Virginia. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.... Read More

Kimball International HQ earns key designation

Kimball International Inc. (Nasdaq: KBAL) this week announced its corporate headquarters in Jasper has earned the WELL Certified Platinum designation. The WELL certification is given to buildings and organizations that seek to enhance human health and well-being.... Read More

Project Lead The Way lands $500K for STEM programs

New Jersey-based J.M. Huber Corp. has awarded $500,000 in grants to Project Lead The Way, an education nonprofit headquartered in Indianapolis. The organization says the funding will be used to expand access to STEM curriculum among elementary students.... Read More

Life sciences firm to expand, create 1,500 jobs

Cincinnati-based life sciences company Medpace has announced a major expansion, which could benefit workers in southeast Indiana. The medical contract research organization says it will invest $150 million to expand its Ohio headquarters and add 1,500 jobs over the next six years.... Read More

GXO Logistics ending operations in Fort Wayne

Connecticut-based GXO Logistics Inc. (NYSE: GXO) this week announced changes to operations at a Fort Wayne facility. The third party logistics provider says it will no longer provide services to the facility, a move that will impact 85 employees.... Read More

Homebuilding slowdown trend continues

As the year winds down, home building in central Indiana continues to slow down. The Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis says it continues to see a regression in homebuilding permit activity, with a 21% drop year-over-year.... Read More

Hammond ER status in limbo

A judge’s ruling that could delay the closing of the emergency room at Franciscan Health Hammond may come later today, according to our partners at The Times of Northwest Indiana. The city of Hammond is seeking an injunction to keep Mishawaka-based Franciscan Alliance from pulling the plug on the aging hospital.... Read More

Outgoing secretary of state lands new gig

Just days before departing the Statehouse at the end of her term, Indiana Secretary of State Holli Sullivan has announced that she has landed a leadership role with a regional public relations firm. Sullivan has been tabbed to lead business operations in Indiana for Louisville-based C2 Strategic Communications... Read More

AES Indiana CEO bullish on renewable transition

The CEO of AES Indiana says the utility's Integrated Resource Plan is the next step in a decade-long transition to more renewable energy. Kristina Lund says the plan is a "leap forward" because of its projected 68% reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030.... Read More

Parkview completes new Fort Wayne medical tower

Parkview Health has completed the final phase of construction on its new medical tower at the Parkview Regional Medical Center (PRMC) in Fort Wayne. The health system says the final unit of the tower brings the total number of new inpatient beds to 142.... Read More