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Owner talks on Great Skates' closing

Elisabeth Rentschler — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:01:51 GMT

A once-popular skating rink announced this week it will close its doors for good.

More jobs coming to Lafayette?

Krista Henery — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:15:25 GMT

Tuesday morning, Tom Taulman, President of TKO Graphix out of Indianapolis, stood before the Tippecanoe County Council and requested a tax abatement for a new project in the works.

Judge OKs Skechers settlement

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:18:39 GMT

A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.

Cold beer fight moves to federal court

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16:00 GMT

An organization representing gas station and convenience store owners has filed a complaint in U.S. District Court alleging the State of Indiana's law regarding the sale of cold beer is "irrational and discriminatory."

SIA expansion a plus for housing market

Elisabeth Rentschler — Thu, 09 May 2013 22:23:43 GMT

When SIA announced Wednesday its Lafayette plant would receive $400 million and 900 jobs, one housing professional said it was something local realtors like herself can only dream of.

Video: PU expert talks manufacturing

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:32:49 GMT

This week it was announced $400 million and 900 jobs are headed to the Lafayette plant for Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA). We talked to a local expert on U.S. manufacturing.

900 jobs coming to Lafayette

Wed, 08 May 2013 22:47:39 GMT

A multi-million dollar investment will bring hundreds of jobs to SIA.

SIA to add 900 new jobs to Laf. plant

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:00:25 GMT

The expansion at the Lafayette Subaru facility will create hundreds of jobs – and it's bringing $400 million and a new Subaru model to the factory.

Laf. helps with business ranking

Tue, 07 May 2013 22:26:01 GMT

Indiana makes a nationwide list of the top places for business. Lafayette officials say the community helped get it there.

PFCU ranks on best Ind. workplaces list

Fri, 03 May 2013 15:59:18 GMT

A West Lafayette company placed second on this year's list of Indiana's "Best Places to Work."

Urban grocery nabs spot near PU campus

Thu, 02 May 2013 16:56:29 GMT

An urban market that has found success at another Big 10 university has staked its claim on part of the new 720 Northwestern building being constructed just off Purdue’s campus.

Midwest gas prices expected to rise

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:17:07 GMT

A gas price analyst predicts prices could go up by 10 to 20 cents over the next few days.

Bill approved to end airport delays

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:21:30 GMT

Congress easily approved legislation Friday ending furloughs of air traffic controllers that have delayed hundreds of flights daily, infuriating travelers and causing political headaches for lawmakers.

Coats awarded by local companies

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:26:33 GMT

U.S. Senator Dan Coats was honored for his support of Indiana's manufacturing industry.

GLC joins forces to innovate

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:35:19 GMT

A Southern Indiana company is joining forces with Greater Lafayette small businesses to spur innovation.

Purdue class for future entrepreneurs

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 03:49:19 GMT

Purdue's Krannert School of Management will be offering a new hands-on course for students who may want to start their own business one day.

Plans for new hotel unfold in WL

Krista Henery — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:30:03 GMT

Plans for new development in Greater Lafayette continue to unfold.

GLC Business Expo kicks off Thursday

Liz Nichols — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:39:51 GMT

The Greater Lafayette Commerce Business Expo kicks off Thursday at the Four Points by Sheraton hotel in West Lafayette. The expo runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Businesses flow into former 'eyesore'

Krista Henery — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 03:52:34 GMT

More businesses could be moving into what used to be considered an eyesore in West Lafayette.

'Co-working site' to bring in start-ups

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:34:04 GMT

A plan to bring in new start-up businesses and keep young people in Lafayette was announced last week.

Lessons, risks of big Powerball win

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:54:40 GMT

So you just won a massive Powerball jackpot, Now what?