The Indiana Arts Commission has released new research regarding how the state's municipalities are utilizing local arts and culture and economic development strategies. The Planning with Arts & Culture report was produced by Dr. Emily Wornell and Brian Blackford of the Indiana Communities Institute of Ball State University.... Read More
Illinois-based LRS, a waste diversion, recycling and portable services provider, has acquired Junoll Services in South Bend, a provider of roll-off dumpsters and transfer station services. Financial terms were not disclosed.... Read More
The University of Evansville has named Holly Carter executive director and dean of Harlaxton College, the university's study abroad center. Carter had been serving as interim principal for two years at the 200-room Victorian manor in Lincolnshire, England.... Read More
For the second time in less than six months, cancer-focused medical innovation based on work by Purdue University researcher Dr. Philip Low has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. ... Read More
Fort Wayne-based corporate tax consulting firm DuCharme, McMillen & Associates Inc. is adding to its portfolio. The firm has acquired Phoenix Finders Group in Colorado, though financial terms of the deal are not being disclosed.... Read More
Terre Haute-based Hallador Energy Co. (Nasdaq: HNRG) is reporting a fiscal, full year net loss of $3.8 million, compared to a $6.2 million loss the previous year.... Read More
Walmart (NYSE: WMT) will this week host a job fair for workers who were displaced by the recent fire at the retailer's fulfillment center in Plainfield. Walmart says the event will focus on finding new positions within the company for the affected employees.... Read More
St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago is preparing to open its redesigned $2.7 million inpatient Intermediate Care Unit on Tuesday. The hospital says the 36-bed unit, now located on the sixth floor, features patient comfort amenities and critical care efficiencies.... Read More
Indianapolis-based DRONEDEK Corp. has selected Jackie Byers to serve as chief financial officer. Byers succeeds Richard Ohrn, who also served as the company’s treasurer.... Read More
Indianapolis-based Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) expanded its footprint on the city's west side earlier this month with the opening of a state-of-the-art innovation center. Engineers at the 100,000-square-foot facility are focused on advancing technology in the commercial vehicle propulsion sector. ... Read More
The U.S. Department of Justice has found the Indiana State Board of Nursing violated the Americans with Disabilities Act by discriminating against nurses with Opioid Use Disorder. The Justice Department says the nursing board disregarded the rights of nurses who are prescribed medication for OUD, such as methadone, by preventing them from participating in the Indiana State Nursing Assistance Program.... Read More
Crews are expected to begin construction on an $80 million housing complex at the site of a former Kmart in Bloomington next month. The Herald-Times reports underground utility work, perimeter improvement installation and foundation work must still be completed.... Read More
Jessica Cox has been named chief operating officer for Launch Terre Haute and the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. Cox most recently served as director of operations for the chamber.... Read More
Purdue University has joined a program that provides online educational programs to federal government employees and their families. Purdue says the Federal Academic Alliance, which is overseen by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, will offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as professional certifications and continuing education courses.... Read More
The University of Notre Dame will award the 2022 Laetare Medal to environmental activist Sharon Lavigne during the spring commencement in May. The medal is one of the oldest and most prestigious among American Catholics.... Read More
The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission has extended emergency shelter services and mental health support to women and children and plans to purchase another facility. The organization says the planned expansion is due to need and changes in area social service agency programs.... Read More
The housing market is entering its busiest time of the year and despite rising mortgage rates, tight inventory may continue to be the big storyline. ... Read More
For the first time in more than two decades, Indianapolis is expected host the 2024 U.S. Olympic Swim Trials. Two sources familiar with the situation confirmed the selection to our partners at the Indianapolis Business Journal.... Read More
A subsidiary of Italy-based Sirmax Group says its new plastics recycling facility in Anderson is now operational. SER North America says it plans to bring total employment at the $18 million plant to 40 by the end of the year.... Read More
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana has announced the winners of its annual Indy's Best and Brightest event. The honor recognizes young professionals age 40 and under "for their professional success and philanthropic impact" on the community.... Read More
