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Governor Daniels Promised Jobs, Says County Commissioner
(KOKOMO) - The economic downturn in North Central Indiana will be the focus of a meeting taking place in Indianapolis today.
Eli Lilly Suffers Fourth Quarter Loss
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana’s largest pharmaceutical company suffered another quarterly loss.
Despite Economy, Graduates Still Finding Employment
(TERRE HAUTE) - Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology student jobseekers are still having success in finding post-graduate employment, according to Kevin Hewerdine, Director of Career Services and Employer Relations.
AM General Cutting Overtime Pay To Preserve Staff
(SOUTH BEND) - AM General is taking steps to avoid indefinite layoffs for approximately 250 workers.
Navistar Plant Closing Could Cause Trickling Effect
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The closing of the Navistar plant in Indianapolis clouds the future for the several small businesses as well.
2.8 Million Jobs Lost In 2008
(UNDATED) - It’s shaping up to be another lousy year for workers, as more companies continue to cut payrolls.
Auto Parts Supplier To Reduce Staff
(TELL CITY) - An auto parts supplier has announced the elimination of 120 jobs in Tell City.
Navistar To Expand, Will Add 40 Staff Positions
(FORT WAYNE) - Navistar is adding approximately 40 positions in Fort Wayne.
Unemployment Numbers On The Rise Across U.S.
(UNDATED) - The government says the number of new claims for unemployment benefits nationwide was higher than expected last week.
Blue Chip Casino Hotel & Spa Plans Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
(MICHIGAN CITY) - Blue Chip Casino Hotel & Spa vice president and general manager says today marks the final stage of its evolution into a regional entertainment destination in Michigan City.
Indy-Based Angie's List Eliminating 90 Positions
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indianapolis-based Angie’s List is eliminating 90 positions as part of a series of moves to trim costs.
Elixir Industries Laying Off 44 Workers
(MISHAWAKA) - Elixir Industries in Mishawaka is laying off 44 workers because of the recreational vehicle market downturn.
Shipping Costs Rise At Post Office
(UNDATED) - eBay users and others who use the United States Postal Service should be prepared to pay more shipping.
Restaurant Patrons Recall Obama Visit
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The tiny restaurant where Barack Obama ate lunch with Congressman Andre Carson during a campaign stop in Indianapolis was open for business on the day of his inauguration.
Meijer Recalls Some Peanut Butter Based Products
(UNDATED) - Meijer has issued a voluntary recall of some Meijer brand crackers and ice cream in a handful of states including Indiana.
Evansville Based Plastics Company Expanding Operations
(EVANSVILLE) - Evansville-based Berry Plastics is expanding its thermoforming operations, but a location for the $80 million dollar investment has not been determined.
Inaugural Luncheon To Serve Hoosier Duck
(MILFORD) - Duck raised in Indiana will be part of the main course for today’s inaugural luncheon after the swearing-in of President-Elect Barack Obama and Vice President-Elect Joe Biden.
Auto Maker Calls For 8 Non-Production Days
(PRINCETON) - Toyota has announced new non-production days for its facility in Princeton.
Candy Maker Recalls Candy Containing Peanut Butter
(SOUTH BEND) - The South Bend Chocolate Company is recalling some of their candy that contains peanut butter.
Discovery Could Make Hybrids More Efficient... For Your Wallet
(WEST LAFAYETTE) - An Indiana energy management company says it has come up with a discovery that could reduce the cost and increase the efficiency of hybrid and electric vehicles.
Pastry Chef Designs "Obama Cookie"
(INDIANAPOLIS) - An Indianapolis dessert-maker has been very busy preparing for Tuesday’s inauguration of President-Elect Barack Obama by offering Obama cookies.
Current Economy Nothing Like Great Depression, Notes Evansville Professor
(EVANSVILLE) - A man who lived through the Great Depression says the current economic crisis is far less worse than many think.
Kokomo Chrysler Workers To Return Next Week
(KOKOMO) - Chrysler has announced that workers at most of its U.S. facilities, including those in Kokomo, will return to the job next week.
Kroger Stores To Expand Throughout Northeast Indiana
(UNDATED) - Kroger Central Division President Bob Moeder and fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry have announced the supermarket chain is embarking upon a capital investment plan for Northeast Indiana.
Paper: Eli Lilly Could Settle Lawsuit
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly may soon settle a lawsuit related to its antipsychotic drug Zyprexa.
Parts Supplier To Cut 50 Hourly Positions
(ELWOOD) - An Elwood-based auto parts supplier is reducing its workforce due to a decline in orders.
Indy Mayor Encouraging Companies To Hire Ex Cons
(INDIANAPOLIS) - The Ballard administration is trying to encourage companies to take a chance on hiring ex-cons.
Additional Companies Closing Facilities Across State
(UNDATED) - The weak economy is prompting more companies throughout the state to file job reduction notices with the Indiana Department of Workforce Development.
2x4s Being Mailed To State Senators
(UNDATED) - Indiana builders and suppliers are hoping to nail down the attention of lawmakers.
Last Day Of Work For Some Kokomo Delphi Workers
(KOKOMO) - Today is the last day of work for 150 employees at Delphi Electronics & Safety in Kokomo.
Purdue Research Firm To Develop Disease Fighting Technology
(WEST LAFAYETTE) - Purdue research park-based Kylin Therapeutics plans to further develop technology to target drug delivery for treatment of diseases ranging from AIDS to cancer.
Elkhart Chamber Recruitment Event A Huge Success
(ELKHART) - The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce has grown by 9-percent in just one week.
Hoosier Energy Companies Purchase Illinois Power Plant
(UNDATED) - Indiana-based Electric Cooperative Power Suppliers, Hoosier Energy and Wabash Valley Power have completed the purchase of a 627-megawatt cycle power plant near Beecher City, Illinois.
Official: Hoosier Unemployment System In Good Shape
(UNDATED) - State unemployment systems have crashed in Ohio, New York and North Carolina because of the unprecedented number of jobless people applying for benefits.
Alcoa To Cut Jobs, Unclear About Fate of Hoosier Workers
(UNDATED) - It’s unclear if Alcoa’s plans to cut more than 1,200 jobs globally this year will have a major impact on workers in Indiana.
Goody's To Liquidate Assets
(KNOXVILLE, TN) - Knoxville, Tennessee based Goody’s Family Clothing has decided to give up the ghost, and will start liquidating all their assets.
Cigna To Cut 1,100 Jobs, Consolidate Real Estate
(UNDATED) - Pennsylvania-based Cigna has announced it will cut approximately 1,100 positions nationwide, around 4 percent of its workforce.
GM, UAW To Talk Concessions Again
(DETROIT, MI) - Even through their current labor contract is just over a year old, General Motors and the United Auto Workers are expected to return to the negotiating table to discuss further concessions.
Hoosier Reclaim Over 14.5M Dollars Of Property
(UNDATED) - Over $14.5 million dollars in unclaimed property was returned to Hoosiers in 2008. That’s according to Attorney General Steve Carter.
Biomass To Energy Plant Set For Crawford County
(MILLTOWN) - Plans have been unveiled for a biomass-to-energy facility in Crawford County.
AIT Labratories Set To Expand, Add 130 Jobs
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indianapolis-based AIT Laboratories is planning a new pharmaceutical division, creating more than 130 jobs in the next five years.
New Law Allows Alcohol Purchases On Certain Holidays
(UNDATED) - As of January 1st, 2009, alcohol can be purchased on new year’s day and several other holidays in drug, grocery, convenience and liquor stores.
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