Indianapolis Business Journal articles from June 2008

Indianapolis Business Journal archives from June 2008

Big portfolio, no buyer: Zender trying to sell 18 apartment complexes for about $40 million.
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A locally based property management firm is struggling to find a buyer for its downtown apartment complexes, even as the city's rental market continues to thrive. The privately owned Zender Family Limited...

New role for IEDC: matchmaker: state set to launch Web site to help startups hook up with suppliers, vendors.(Indiana Economic Development Corp.)
June 2, 2008... For Indiana's life sciences companies to flourish, they need to get better at romance. Helping companies meet, greet, date and deal is the idea behind a new Web portal being built by the Indiana Economic Development Corp. to match startups...

High stakes, high hopes: two central Indiana racinos debut amid tough economy.(Hoosier Park and Indiana Downs )
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The next few weeks will be critical for the state's two new racinos, which need to open with a splash to meet their ambitious projections of drawing more than 3 million visitors apiece annually. Hoosier Park in...

Getting smarter: evolving mobile phones indispensable for today's on-the-go technology 'addicts'.
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Mitch Roob oversees a state agency with a $6.5 billion budget and thousands of employees who deliver a range of services to more than a million Hoosiers. And he'd be lost without his BlackBerry. [ILLUSTRATION...

Agency pulls off an upset: prized state tourism account 'big deal' for Williams Randall.(Williams Randall Marketing Communications)(Company overview)
June 2, 2008... Williams Randall Marketing Communications pulled a surprise victory by snatching the $2.5 million Indiana Office of Tourism Development advertising account away from incumbent Hirons & Co. and eight other bidders, most of which were larger than...

IU, Bloomington tech tactics differ: school, city disagree over best sites for biz development.(Indiana University)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] BLOOMINGTON -- Indiana University and the city of Bloomington are at odds over how best to commercialize the university's discoveries--or, more specifically, where to commercialize them. Indiana University's...

'Cautious' truck insurer collides with shareholder.(BEHIND THE NEWS)
June 2, 2008... Baldwin & Lyons Inc. has been publicly traded for nearly four decades. For most of that span, the Indianapolis company has gone quietly about its business of providing insurance for truck fleets. And investors who went along for the fide...

NBA revenue-sharing plan could save Pacers: team could get more than $6 million annually.(National Basketball Association)
June 2, 2008... The Indiana Pacers got an assist recently from other National Basketball Association owners that could push the team out of the red. In April, the league's board of governors approved a 63-percent increase in the amount of revenue shared...

Indiana and Purdue universities are launching an $81 million medical research program with help from a five-year, $25 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the schools said May 29.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Indiana and Purdue universities are launching an $81 million medical research program with help from a five-year, $25 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, the schools said May 29. The Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences...

Eli Lilly and Co.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Eli Lilly and Co. asks the Food and Drug Administration to approve use of its successful Cymbalta )(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Drugmaker Eli Lilly and Co. has asked the Food and Drug Administration to approve use of its successful Cymbalta depression drug as a treatment for chronic pain. Cymbalia is one of a handful of Lilly drugs that already generate more than $1...

A non-refundable "handling" fee the NCAA charges fans who enter a lottery for the right to buy Final Four and other sports tournament tickets prompted an Arizona man to file a federal lawsuit accusing the Indianapolis-based organization of violating racketeering laws.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)
June 2, 2008... A non-refundable "handling" fee the NCAA charges fans who enter a lottery for the right to buy Final Four and other sports tournament tickets prompted an Arizona man to file a federal lawsuit accusing the Indianapolis-based organization of...

Cummins Inc.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(President Joe Loughrey is retiring)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Cummins Inc. President Joe Loughrey's days at the Columbus diesel engine maker are numbered. Cummins said Loughrey, 58, will retire in March 2009 after nearly 35 years there. Loughrey will serve as vice chairman of the company from Aug. 1...

General Motors Corp.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... After a three-month strike that crippled General Motors Corp.'s production of large SUVs and pickup trucks--and idled workers at more than 30 plants, including some in Indiana--United Auto Workers members at American Axle and Manufacturing...

NLSource.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(NLSource Inc.)(Energy Corp.)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Merrillville-based energy company NLSource Inc. intends to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court after West Virginia justices refused to reconsider a $404 million judgment against the firm and gas producer Chesapeake Energy Corp. Thousands of...

Eli Lilly and Co.(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Attorneys representing employees suing Eli Lilly and Co. for racial discrimination stirred things up last week, disclosing that the company's global security director has said he regrets how the company handled the February discovery of a noose...

Vectren Corp.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Evansville-based Vectren Corp. has scrapped plans to build an $80 million natural-gas-fired power plant near a Toyota Motor Corp. factory in Gibson County. Instead, Vectren will buy electricity from San Diego-based Sempra Energy.

Hurco Cos.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)
June 2, 2008... Talk about great expectations. Stock in Indianapolis-based Hurco Cos. plunged May 23 after the machine-tool maker reported a 17-percent increase in second-quarter profit. Analysts had expected even rosier results. Shares were down about 24...

Indiana University.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Hillary Rodham Clinton's all-but-over presidential campaign still has some unfinished business--like the $35,000 it owes Indiana University for events held on its Bloomington campus before Indiana's May 6 primary. Presumptive Democratic nominee...

The dirt has been turned, but it will be years before the $425 million JW Marriott convention hotel complex downtown begins accepting guests.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The dirt has been turned, but it will be years before the $425 million JW Marriott convention hotel complex downtown begins accepting guests. The 1,000-room JW Marriott tower is expected to be complete in March 2011, a year after two smaller...

Republic Airways Holdings Inc.(THE WEEK AHEAD)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Republic Airways Holdings Inc. will hold its annual meeting at 10 a.m. June 3 at the Holiday Inn North at the Pyramids. Republic shares have fallen 28 percent since April 23, when the company said it would stop providing commuter service for...

HHGregg Inc.(THE WEEK AHEAD)(sales and earnings)(Financial report)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Indianapolis-based HHGregg Inc. is scheduled to report its fiscal fourth-quarter financial results before the markets open June 3. The appliance and electronics retailer defied the faltering economy in the third quarter, with profit up 38.5...

Gas prices have drivers hitting the brakes--and the bus.(ON THE RECORD: NEWS FROM IBJ.COM: MAY 23-29)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Gas prices in Indianapolis have retreated a bit from their Memorial Day weekend highs, but they're still hovering around $4 a gallon. The price of regular unleaded gas in central Indiana averaged $3.96 on May 29, down from a record $3.99...

IRS requires not-for-profits to disclose more info: organizations gearing up for new rules in 2009.(Internal Revenue Service)
June 2, 2008... For the first time in decades, the Internal Revenue Service is making a major revision to the way not-for-profits disclose information about their finances, governance and operations. Coming in the wake of scrutiny from federal lawmakers...

Canal battle is misguided: development should proceed.(EDITORIAL)(Editorial)
June 2, 2008... Commercial real estate development isn't exactly on fire these days. So finding a firm interested in developing an acre of government-owned land along the Central Canal downtown shouldn't be anyone's top priority. But when market...

The 'Oracle of Omaha'--live!(Commentary)(Viewpoint essay)
June 2, 2008... "Only know-nothings diversify."--Warren Buffett, May 3, 2008 Last September, I instructed my retirement plan to purchase two of the very expensive Berkshire Hathaway (A) shares so I could attend the annual meeting of shareholders and...

Corrections.(EDITORIAL)(Correction notice)
June 2, 2008... * Castalia Homes LLC is partnering with a developer to build 144 homes in Mooresville. A story last week on page 15 incorrectly reported that Castalia bought the property from the developer. * An Italian sausage at Speedway's Junkyard Dogs...

County income disparities are growing.(EYE ON THE PIE)
June 2, 2008... The income disparities among Indiana's 92 counties have been growing for decades. My imperfect memory recalls no administration and no candidate that has addressed the issue. In 1970, Marion County led the state in per-capita personal...

A prayer for the housing market.(VIEWPOINT)(Viewpoint essay)
June 2, 2008... Please, Chairman, forgive me, for I have sinned and I herewith repent. Please Chairman Bernanke, hear my prayers. Please give me only one more housing bubble and I will forever honor you with the restraint you desire. I have succumbed to the...

Super Bowl XLVI will be one to miss.(LETTERS)(Letter to the editor)
June 2, 2008... Great column [on May 19 by Mike Redmond] ? It seems like you and I are the only two people in Indy that see it this way, but at least you can take comfort knowing that you are not alone. God only knows what will happen now that they...

Enough with the 'for sale' signs.(LETTERS)(Letter to the editor)
June 2, 2008... To evaluate the unattractive and intrusive nature of "FOR SALE" signs, imagine a beautiful and natural vista from any tee on a golf course, or the magnificent view across the hills of Brown County State Park. Having locked this panorama into...

Canal development on hold for now.(ON THE BEAT)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... A one-acre, grass-covered hillside along the Central Canal will not be developed, at least for now, a state official said. The state's public finance director, Jennifer Alvey, said in an e-mail to an undisclosed list of interested parties...

New-concept writing center will open in Fountain Square.(EDUCATION)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A group of educators, writers and artists want to aid local K-12 schools by improving student writing. The Second Story, slated to open in August in Fountain Square, will foster creative writing in students, as...

Premier's counsel withdraws.(LAW)(Premier Property Services Inc.)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Beleaguered Premier Properties USA Inc. has lost Metropolis and several other mall properties it developed. Now the Indianapolis-based developer mired in Chapter 11 bankruptcy is without legal counsel. Scott Murray, an associate at Barnes &...

U of I gets top TV award.(MEDIA & MARKETING)(University of Indianapolis )(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The University of Indianapolis was named the state's Television School of the Year in the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters annual college competition in April. Uindy-TV placed second in the Video Magazine and Television School...

Younger generations are giving, just not in the same ways.(PHILANTHROPY)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... So much for the theory that 20- and 30-somethings are an apathetic bunch. A recent study by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University found that when you factor for income level, younger generations give at basically the same rate as...

Panera eyes downtown space.(PHILANTHROPY)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Downtown's Weber Grill Restaurant could soon get some company. Panera Bread Co. is close to a deal to take the remaining portion of the former Old Navy space in Claypool Court. If landlord Simon Property Group...

Speedway shows Pats fan some Hoosier hospitality.(SPORTS)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... New Hampshire teen-ager Anna Grant, treated like a villain in the RCA Dome four months ago, was treated like a queen May 25 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grant, 14, made news when she was awarded first place in her age division in...

Ron Howe has joined Mark M. Holeman Inc.(ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN/ENGINEERING)
June 2, 2008... Ron Howe has joined Mark M. Holeman Inc. as a landscape architect.

MD Architects PC Fishers.(ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN/ENGINEERING)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Dave Russell has been named project manager/interior designer for MD Architects PC Fishers.

Easter Seals Crossroads.(CIVIC/NOT-FOR-PROFIT)(appointment of Lindsey Hahn, Dawn Neal and Jeffrey Hokanaon)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Easter Seals Crossroads has named the following officers: Lindsey Hahn, Metro Plastics, chairman; Dawn Neal, Eli Lilly and Co., first vice chairwoman; Jeffrey Hokanaon, Hostetler & Kowalik PC, second vice chairman;...

BOS Community Development Corp.(CIVIC/NOT-FOR-PROFIT)
June 2, 2008... BOS Community Development Corp. has elected the following officers: Randy Jones, chairman; Dr. Ray Pierce, vice chairman; Daisy Borel, secretary; and Alex Jonas, treasurer.

Simon Youth Foundation.(CIVIC/NOT-FOR-PROFIT)
June 2, 2008... Jim Ward, Eli Lilly and Co., has joined the board of Simon Youth Foundation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Hooverwood Nursing Home.(CIVIC/NOT-FOR-PROFIT)
June 2, 2008... * Steven M. Crell, Cohen Garelick &Glazier, has been elected president of Hooverwood Nursing Home. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County.(CIVIC/NOT-FOR-PROFIT)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Carrie Petty has been named executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County.

Sigma Micro.(TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS)(Doug Rammol)(Jaclyn Durham)(Marilyn Talkington)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] Sigma Micro has added the following: *Doug Rammol, vice president of client services; * Jaclyn Durham, representative in human resources; * Marilyn Talkington, training specialist in professional services; * Bethany...

Fairchild Communication Systems Inc.(TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS)(Gerry Murphy)(Derek A. Roach)(Thomas M. Horn)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Fairchild Communication Systems Inc. has named the following: * Gerry Murphy, corporate sales director; * Derek A. Roach and * Thomas M. Horn, project engineer; and * Chad Burns, service agreement sales specialist. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Kim Ghrist and Susie Lawrence have joined Quest Information Systems.(TECHNOLOGY/TELECOMMUNICATIONS)
June 2, 2008... Kim Ghrist and * Susie Lawrence have joined Quest Information Systems as business development managers. [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED]

Selling a sabbatical: few companies let workers take lengthy vacations, but some make exceptions.(Focus: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Company overview)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you were to approach your boss about taking a prolonged leave of absence--say, for seven weeks--would he or she respond with understanding, or amusement? One particular boss, Matt Haab, founder of the...

Benicorp cleanup praised: customers, employees ease through liquidation.(Focus: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Benicorp Insurance Co.)(Company overview)
June 2, 2008... When cash ran dry last summer at Indianapolis-based Benicorp Insurance Co., it could have created a major mess. But 10 months later, Indiana insurance regulators have kept all of Benicorp's customers covered by health insurance and given...

Wellpoint praised for health promotion.(FOCUS: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The National Business Group on Health honored Indianapolis-based WellPoint Inc. and 51 other large employers for promoting a healthy workplace and encouraging a healthy lifestyle for employees. WellPoint received a Gold Award for its Choose...

Could employees file suit over retirement plan fees?(VOICES FROM THE INDUSTRY)
June 2, 2008... In fewer than two years, workers have filed 30 lawsuits against their employers regarding fees charged to the employees' 401(k) plan accounts. Half of the lawsuits have been filed by a single St. Louis law firm. Ten suits have been filed in...

Largest Indiana property-casualty insurance companies (1).(FOCUS: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Company rankings)
June 2, 2008... Largest Indiana Property-Casualty Insurance Companies (1) (Ranked by 2007 property-casualty insurance assets) PROPERTY- CASUALTY RANK COMPANY ...

Largest Indiana life/health insurance companies.(FOCUS: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Company rankings)
June 2, 2008... Largest Indiana Life/Health Insurance Companies (Ranked by 2007 life/health insurance assets) LIFE/ HEALTH COMPANY ASSETS RANK...

Positive outlook for car insurance.(FOCUS: INSURANCE & BENEFITS QUARTERLY)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Almost everything car-related is costing more these days--gasoline, oil changes, tires, mechanical work, parking fees--but there is some good news. One spot of relief is auto insurance. Rates have remained steady or fallen in many states...

Law of supply and demand wreaks havoc on oil prices.(INVESTING)
June 2, 2008... One of the first things a student in Economics 101 learns is the fundamental concept of supply and demand. Who can forget those familiar graphs that show the two crossing curves and the critical point where they intersect--the price of the...

Hurco tumbles after profit disappoints.(STOCKS)(Financial report)
June 2, 2008... Investors thrashed Hurco Cos. after the locally based machine-tool maker reported quarterly profit that narrowly missed analysts' expectations. The company's shares tumbled $11, or 23 percent, on the week. Shares now are off 18 percent for...

Sky-high gas prices are revving up the political rhetoric.(ECONOMIC ANALYSIS)
June 2, 2008... From all the noise surrounding gasoline prices, you'd think nobody actually benefited from the high prices. But, of course, some folks do benefit. Let's figure out who they might be. Obviously, consumers don't benefit. The average car owner...

Positive Swing Inc.(NOT-FOR-PROFIT OF NOTE)(Organization overview)
June 2, 2008... Positive Swing Inc. 2106 E. National Ave. Indianapolis 46227 Phone: (317) 786-2663 Fax: (317) 786-2663 Web site: www.positiveswing.org Founded: 2003 Paid employees: none Highest-paid staff member: not...

Republic Airways Holdings Inc.(PROXY CORNER)
June 2, 2008... Republic Airways Holdings Inc., 8909 Purdue Road, Suite 300, Indianapolis, 46268 (www.republicairways.com), owns Chautauqua Airlines, Republic Airlines and Shuttle America. The airlines offer 1,300 flights daily to 125 cities. For the quarter...

Minority Volunteer Recognition.(ANNOUNCEMENTS)
June 2, 2008... Help recognize the achievements of minority volunteers that make a difference in your community. Nomination forms for United Way of Central Indiana's 25th Annual Minority Volunteer Recognition Breakfast, Sat., July 19 at the Indianapolis...

Rhino Partners Restaurants Inc., aka Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers.(BANKRUPTCIES)
June 2, 2008... Rhino Partners Restaurants Inc., aka Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers, 14463 Norwalk Drive, Carmel, 46033. Chapter 11 reorganization. Assets: n/a; liabilities: n/a.

Tuscany Italian Grill Inc.(BANKRUPTCIES)
June 2, 2008... Tuscany Italian Grill Inc., 6530 E. 82nd St., 46250. Chapter 11 reorganization. Assets: n/a; liabilities: n/a.

Playa Del Racing Inc.(BANKRUPTCIES)
June 2, 2008... Playa Del Racing Inc., 150 Gasoline Alley, 46222. Chapter 11 reorganization. Assets: n/a; liabilities: n/a.

Calendar.(RECORDS)(Calendar)
June 2, 2008... Business-related calendar items should be submitted two weeks before event date. Contact bmaurer@ibj.com. June 3, 7:30 a.m.: Professional Referral Exchange, Fishers, Original Pancake House, 8395 E. 116th St. Contact Lydia Cavazos at...

Conventions.(RECORDS)(Calendar)
June 2, 2008... May 30-June 4, Airport Minority Advisory Council, Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. Estimated attendance: 500 June 6-8, Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc., Embassy Suites Downtown. Estimated attendance: 40 June 8-11, Southern...

The JCC to benefit from 12th annual golf tournament on June 2 at 12:30 p.m. at the Broadmoor Country Club.(FUND RAISING)
June 2, 2008... The JCC to benefit from 12th annual golf tournament on June 2 at 12:30 p.m. at the Broadmoor Country Club, 2155 Kessler Blvd. Tickets: $250. Contact 251-9467.

Progress House to benefit from the sixth annual Golf Classic on June 3 at 11:30 a.m. at Prairie View Golf Club, 700 Longest Drive, Carmel. Tickets: $275.(FUND RAISING)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Progress House to benefit from the sixth annual Golf Classic on June 3 at 11:30 a.m. at Prairie View Golf Club, 700 Longest Drive, Carmel. Tickets: $275. Contact 637-9816.

Children in 227 schools to benefit from donations for use of the Teachers' Treasures parking lot, 1800 E. 10th St., at the 33rd annual Woodruff Place Flea Market on June 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.(FUND RAISING)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Children In 227 schools to benefit from donations for use of the Teachers' Treasures parking lot, 1800 E. 10th St., at the 33rd annual Woodruff Place Flea Market on June 7 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. Contact 627-8982.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness to benefit from NAMI Walks on June 7 at 9 a.m. at the Major Taylor Velodrome.(FUND RAISING)
June 2, 2008... The National Alliance on Mental Illness to benefit from NAMI Walks on June 7 at 9 a.m. at the Major Taylor Velodrome. No fee, but donations accepted. Contact 925-9399.

The Eagle Creek Foundation to benefit from the seventh annual Eagle Creek Kids Fishing Derby on June 7 from 8 a.m. to noon at Eagle Creek Park.(FUND RAISING)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The Eagle Creek Foundation to benefit from the seventh annual Eagle Creek Kids Fishing Derby on June 7 from 8 a.m. to noon at Eagle Creek Park. No admission fee. Contact 327-7116.

Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America to benefit from Takes Steps for Crohn's & Colitis on June 7 at 7 p.m. at White River State Park.(FUND RAISING)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America to benefit from Takes Steps for Crohn's & Colitis on June 7 at 7 p.m. at White River State Park. $100 minimum donation. Contact 259-8071.

Women's Fund of Central Indiana to benefit from the Summer Around the World wine tasting and silent auction on June 12 at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, at 6 p.m.(FUND RAISING)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... Women's Fund of Central Indiana to benefit from the Summer Around the World wine tasting and silent auction on June 12 at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel, at 6 p.m. Admission: $40, $75 couples. Contact rsvp@nowib.com.

The Indiana Blood Center.(FUND-RAISING RESULTS)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The Indiana Blood Center received more than 20 units of blood as a result of the blood drive hosted by the Century 21 Scheetz Co. ATC Legacy Foundation.

Baker & Daniels LLP.(IN RECOGNITION)
June 2, 2008... Baker & Daniels LLP received the Sponsor's Award for Excellent Service from the Military Department of Indiana.

LaRita R. Boren, David A. Haist, E. Henry Ned Lamkin Jr., Frank H. Levinson and Phillip A. Newbold.(IN RECOGNITION)
June 2, 2008... LaRita R. Boren, David A. Haist, E. Henry Ned Lamkin Jr., Frank H. Levinson and Phillip A. Newbold were inducted into The Indiana Academy.

Alex Kornya.(IN RECOGNITION)
June 2, 2008... Alex Kornya received Indiana University's Terry and Judy Albright Pro Bone and Public Interest Award at the IU School of Law-Bloomington.

Delta Services Inc.(RELOCATIONS)
June 2, 2008... Delta Services Inc. has relocated to 3220 N. Shadeland Ave. Contact 791-6653..

Museum wins recognition for being green.(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... The Indianapolis Museum of Art has become the first art museum in the nation to achieve Energy Star certification, a federal designation given to organizations that go out of their way to be energy efficient. From 2006 to early this year,...

Musical milestone reconsidered at the IRT.(A&E)(Indiana Repertory Theatre )(Viewpoint essay)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This week, the Indiana Repertory Theatre goes musical, plus a trip to three Indy institutions. At the beginning of this IRT season, Peter Amster directed "Our Town," in which a knowing narrator gave a worldly...

New downtown steakhouse keeps it coming.(DINING: FOGO DE CHAO)(Company overview)
June 2, 2008... No doubt you've already heard about Fogo de Chao (pronounced Shoun, not Chow), which arrived downtown amid fanfare in May. With its gaucho-served meat carved tableside, the Brazilian steakhouse chain offers an experience as much as a meal--and...

Radio Free Me: opening Pandora's musical box.(SURF THIS)
June 2, 2008... If you're a parent of a pre-teen, you'll both understand and appreciate the following sentiment: I'm really sick of Radio Disney. This is why I normally listen to talk radio. But there are times when I can't take any more of the right...

Open-wheel racing's full recovery still miles away.(SPORTS)
June 2, 2008... Crowds up? Check. Television ratings up? Check. National media interest up? Check. Arrests up? Check (well, OK, sometimes you have to take a little bitter with the sweet). Anyway, by all accounts, the combination of dancin'...

From the publisher.(Corporate Citizenship)(Brief article)
June 2, 2008... It's no secret that the 2007 fund-raising campaign for United Way of Central Indiana was a record-breaker. It's also no surprise. Time and time again central Indiana has demonstrated in various ways an incredible sense of community...

Communication, results critical to today's donors.(CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP ROUNDTABLE)
June 2, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] From Planned Parenthood to Indianapolis Opera, not-for-profit organizations face many of the same kinds of challenges. Always leading the way is the challenge to raise enough funds to fulfill the mission. That task...