An Evansville-based startup is making waves for its zero-carb pizza crust and has plans for growth. ZeroCarb LYFE produces a high-protein crust that includes chicken among its ingredients and is available for purchase in more than 150 restaurants and select supermarkets. ... Read More
Indianapolis-based Schneider Geospatial, a provider of geospatial services, has received what it calls a significant growth investment from Align Capital Partners, a private equity firm with offices in Ohio and Texas. While the specific financial details are not being disclosed, Schneider says it does expect to add jobs as a result of the investment.... Read More
With Indiana lawmakers poised to authorize a second tax refund to Hoosier taxpayers, some are still waiting for the first refund promised late last year.... Read More
A retail center in Muncie is under new ownership, and the city has plans to improve connectivity in the area. Entrepreneur Scott Mick, owner of The Barking Cow ice cream shop, has acquired White River Plaza, though financial terms were not disclosed.... Read More
Indianapolis-based law firm Katz Korin Cunningham has merged with Louisville-based Stoll Keenon Ogden PLC. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the firm, which will operate under the SKO name, says the deal takes effect immediately.... Read More
According to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, agricultural producers around the country have received more than $4 billion through the Emergency Relief Program. To date, Indiana's producers have received $33.5 million in funding.... Read More
Indy Eleven majority owner Ersal Ozdemir says he looked at approximately 20 sites over several years before deciding on the Diamond Chain property in downtown Indianapolis for the planned $1 billion Eleven Park soccer stadium and mixed-use district. Ozdemir believes the project, and its proximity to existing venues, can be transformational for the city’s near west side. ... Read More
Pittsburgh-based Alcoa Corp. (NYSE: AA) says it has ended one of three operating smelting lines at its Warrick Operations facility in Newburgh. The company says the move was made due to "operational challenges," but did not provide specifics.... Read More
Indiana lawmakers plan to propose legislative action in response to a new report showing only half of Indiana’s 2020 high school graduates pursued some form of college education beyond high school.... Read More
Paul Smith did not grow up using fireworks, though he enjoyed watching the pyrotechnic pageantry in the sky on the 4th of July. Now he teaches the chemistry behind the ka-boom.... Read More
The global shortage of computer chips and other parts forced General Motors (NYSE: GM) to build 95,000 vehicles without certain components during the second quarter.... Read More
The Indiana Department of Education is awarding nearly 100 schools and community partners throughout the state with more than $57 million in Explore, Engage and Experience grant funding. The IDOE says the funding will support schools and local partners working to strengthen, expand and create effective career pathways.... Read More
Chicago-based Sikich, which provides technology and professional services, has acquired Petrow Kane Leemhuis PC, a public accounting firm in Indianapolis. While financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, Sikich says the move expands its presence in the central Indiana area.... Read More
Indianapolis-based nonprofit Glick Philanthropies is awarding nearly a total of $700,000 in grant funding to 90 organizations in 11 states. Fourteen Indianapolis-based organizations are among the recipients, set to receive funding through the Glick Community Relief Fund.... Read More
An Indianapolis-based baby food company has announced plans to expand operations to the West Coast. Café Baby, which opened its first storefront and commercial kitchen on the northeast side of Indy two years ago, says Café Baby West will open this fall in Sacramento, California. ... Read More
Protection Plus Inc. and employer Raymond Stanley have been ordered to pay more than $185,000 in wages and an equal amount in liquidated damages to the U.S. Department of Labor for distribution to the workers. Overtime wages were owed to 215 security professionals who patrol Indianapolis International Airport’s grounds, guard local businesses, and provide traffic control in the area.... Read More
United Way of Allen County says it is refocusing its strategy and priorities as a nonprofit. ... Read More
The Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis says single-family building permits were down 8% in May, compared to the same month last year. BAGI Director of Government Affairs Drake Branda says despite lower permit numbers, the central Indiana real estate market continues to see high demand and record low inventory.... Read More
Batesville-based Hillenbrand Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a Germany-based recycling equipment manufacturer.... Read More
An economic development organization in the Canadian city of Windsor, Ontario has launched a campaign to lure Indiana’s tech companies across the border.... Read More
