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Brownsburg Merle Norman studio to close local storefront

Merle Norman Cosmetics Studio in Brownsburg will close its local storefront after Oct. 30, ending its presence at Brownsburg Station, according to an announcement on social media from owner Meredith Poland. In a letter to customers, Poland said the closure followed her landlord’s decision not to renew the lease, leaving...

Brownsburg, IN · 12d
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Indiana Harvest: Field Variability and Soil Fertility

As Indiana farmers push through harvest, they may be finding more variability in their fields than expected, with yields changing from one part of a field to another. And some of that variability may trace back to the heavy rains that swept across parts of the state this summer. Excessive...

Indiana · 11d
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IndyGo CEO Suggests Women Aren’t Safe In Ubers

IndyGo CEO Jennifer Pyrz claimed safety concerns with Uber/Lyft to promote bus ridership over private drivers. Tony Katz condemned the remarks as disparaging hardworking gig workers and called it a desperate marketing tactic. Critics argue IndyGo pushes an ideological agenda rather than offering practical transportation solutions to consumers. IndyGo CEO...

Indianapolis, IN · 12d
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Investigate Midwest

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Illinois grows the most pumpkins, but Pennsylvania farmers get the highest prices

As temperatures drop and the days get shorter, pumpkins fill grocery stores, farm stands and front porches across the country. Pumpkins are grown in every state, but five — Illinois, California, Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania — accounted for nearly three-quarters of the nation's pumpkin production in 2025, according to annual data published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Illinois · 11d
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Governor Braun grows jobs in Elkhart County with new RV manufacturer

BRISTOL – Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today that Boundless Recreation, a boutique, customer-centric recreational vehicle (RV) manufacturer, has launched operations in Bristol, with plans to create up to 115 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2028. The announcement comes as Gov. Braun is expected to address hundreds of local and regional leaders this morning at IBJ Media’s Innovate Indiana series event in northern Indiana, highlighting momentum across economic, community, and talent development in the South Bend-Elkhart region.

Indiana · 10d

WISH-TV

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U.S. nonprofit says consumer debt crisis reaches 15-year milestone

Indianapolis, IN · 11d

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Indiana Farmers Fill These 6 Small-Town Diners Before Sunrise Every Single Morning

Long before the grain elevators get busy, the coffee is already poured in small-town Indiana. Across the state, a handful of diners unlock their doors at 5 or 6 in the morning, every day of the week, to feed people who work early and work hard. These are the places...

Indiana · 14d

WEHT/WTVW

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Study: Indiana No. 1 state in US for blue-collar work

INDIANAPOLIS — Are Hoosiers the hardest-working people in the United States? A new study suggests they might be. According to a new study from SmartAsset, Indiana is the No. 1 state in the U.S. for blue-collar work. The study indicates that approximately 33.4% of Indiana’s workers have blue-collar occupations. That percentage is the highest in […]

Indiana · 11d

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ISDA, Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing Announce Recipients of Stewardship Award

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) and Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing recently announced Mainstay Farming Partnership located in Kewanna, Indiana and Breisch Farms LLC located in Greentown, Indiana, as the winners of the 2026 Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing Stewardship Award. In its second year, the Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing Stewardship Award is...

Kewanna, IN · 12d

FOX59 / CBS4 Indy

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Braun, state of Indiana launches veterans-centered business cohort

INDIANAPOLIS — Officials with the office of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced a new veterans-centered program that is expected to help connect them with Indiana businesses. According to a news release, the Pass the Guidon: Veteran ETA Cohort aims to help prepare veterans and military-connected leaders to buy, run and grow existing businesses in the […]

Indiana · 11d

Northwest Indiana Business Magazine

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Keys to Hoosier tax haven

Tax and economic development experts explain the perks of moving to Indiana and other benefits that support company growth.

Indiana · 12d

WISH-TV

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What employees should consider during health insurance open enrollment

Open enrollment for employer-provided health insurance is approaching or here. Many employer-sponsored health care plans hold open enrollment annually, in October or November. Employees generally have a couple of weeks during open enrollment to choose health insurance plans for the coming year for themselves and covered family members. Employers and employees are paying more for […]

Indianapolis, IN · 12d

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GPM Brands Names Scott Oakes Territory Sales Manager for Upper Midwest

GPM Brands has appointed Scott Oakes as territory sales manager for the Upper Midwest, expanding its sales team to support the company’s growing dealer network. Oakes brings more than 20 years of sales leadership experience in the hot tub, swim spa and sauna industries. In his new role, he will oversee dealer training and support across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. He will also serve as brand ambassador for GPM’s Treesse line of spas.

Wisconsin · 12d

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Amazon backs 12-reactor nuclear plan at former Indiana coal site

An old coal power plant site in Indiana could soon become part of America’s nuclear energy future. Amazon is helping fund plans for a new power station near Terre Haute, where electricity generation once depended on coal. The proposed facility would use 12 smaller nuclear reactors instead of traditional...

Indiana · 15d

WISH-TV

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Auto repair shop withdraws proposal to develop southside wetland

INDIANAPOLIS (MIRROR INDY) — About 10 acres of southside wetland have been spared from development — at least for now. After months of community opposition, Punjab Property Inc., a semi-truck and tractor repair company, withdrew its petition to rezone an area along 8600 Combs Road. The company wanted to expand its business in Franklin Township. […]

Indianapolis, IN · 14d

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Certus Medical Brings 45 Jobs and Surgical Training Lab to Westerville's Medical Mile

194 Heatherdown Rd. — Approximate Site of Planned Training Lab. An Indianapolis orthopedic device and services company is setting up shop in Westerville, planning to add 45 high-paying jobs and build a surgical training facility for hands-on operating-room instruction. Certus Medical's new office and anatomical training laboratory will sit at 194 Heatherdown Road, bringing together the company's Ohio commercial operations with a space designed to train orthopedic surgeons on advanced joint replacement, surgical navigation and emerging technologies.

Westerville, OH · 11d

The Daily Reporter

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ITC plans massive power line across southern Michigan

Three or four southern Michigan border counties may serve as Indiana's gateway for Michigan's largest proposed electric transmission line. ITC Holdings Corp. informed county governments in Branch, Hillsdale, Lenawee, and Monroe counties that it plans to build the Horizon Project, a 765-kilovolt line running about 68 miles from a substation in Monroe County's Ida Township to the Indiana-Michigan border. A preliminary map accompanying the Oct. 1 letter shows the study area extending into Branch County's southeast corner, covering Algansee and California townships. The map identifies a possible state-line crossing on California Township's southern border with Steuben County, Indiana. A second possible crossing is a few miles east in Hillsdale County's Camden Township. ITC says both crossing points are "illustrative only" and do not indicate exact locations. ITC has not selected a route. Taller towers, wider corridor The Horizon line will surpass any current transmission line in the state. ITC's letter states the line will require a 250-foot-wide right-of-way, with 125 feet on each side of the center. Typical towers will stand 150 to 185 feet tall and be spaced 1,200 to 1,450 feet apart, depending on terrain. What ITC is asking for In the letter, ITC's David Thompson and Gretchen

Monroe County, MI · 17d

Realty Today

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Midwest Commercial Real Estate Has Vacancies. It Doesn’t Have the Space Tenants Need.

Elevated vacancy across Midwest commercial real estate looks, from the outside, like a market that should favor tenants. In certain submarkets, it doesn't. Space exists. The space that actually works for the tenants who most need it often doesn't. That's the functional assessment from Hokanson Companies, an Indianapolis-based property manager...

Indianapolis, IN · 12d

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Recap: Ohio FFA winners from the 2026 National FFA Convention

The following is a list of award winners from Ohio named at the 2026 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, according to the National FFA. This story will be updated as more winners are named. American Star Farmer Finalist. Bailee Amstutz of the North Union FFA Chapter. National Model of Excellence...

Ohio · 13d