Business
NFIB State Director: Small Business has suffered enough from pandemic
INDIANA – NFIB, the National Federation of Independent Business here in Indiana, is urging lawmakers to pass sensible legislation that would reduce the tax burden on…
A new study shows housing as a key player in building the Hoosier economy
INDIANA – An economic impact study conducted by the Indiana Builders Association (IBA) in conjunction with the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) shows that…
Rumpke continues to grow presence in Lawrence County
MITCHELL – Beginning this week, Tolbert’s Disposal customers will be serviced by Rumpke Waste and Recycling. Chris and Jenny Tolbert of Tolbert’s Disposal have decided…
Bloomington City Council to consider incentive to support Catalent expansion
BLOOMINGTON –The City of Bloomington Economic Development Commission has recommended that the Bloomington Common Council approve a proposed tax abatement associated with investments being considered…
Indiana Small Business urges Senate to act now on legislation that could add jobs and increase wages
INDIANA – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased slightly in January to 97.1, down 1.8 points from December. Inflation remains a problem for small businesses as 22%…
Workshops to help state businesses compete for funds from federal programs
BLOOMINGTON – Three organizations are teaming up to help the state’s small businesses successfully vie for federal funds that are pivotal in making it possible…
Ball State Economist: January U.S. Jobs Report ‘Surprisingly Strong’
INDIANA – The January U.S. Jobs Report released today, given the surge of COVID-19-related cases in recent weeks, was “surprisingly strong,” according to Dr. Michael Hicks,…
PRD, Inc. cancels 2nd and 3rd shifts
SPRINGVILLE – Due to inclement weather PRD, Inc. located in Springville is canceling its 2nd and 3rd shifts for this evening Feb. 3. As for…
Some Bedford residents and businesses have new trash haulers
BEDFORD – William and Lisa Mathews have decided to exit the trash business and sell certain waste collection assets of B&D Waste Disposal to Rumpke Waste &…
German American Bancorp, Inc. posts record annual earnings
JASPER – German American Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: GABC) reported record annual earnings of $84.1million, or $3.17 per share, for the year-end 2021, representing the 12th…
