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Central Indiana faces crossroads as economic changes, challenges unfold

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12 months ago

December 31, 2024

Central Indiana faces crossroads as economic changes, challenges unfold

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — As 2024 comes to a close, central Indiana finds itself at a pivotal moment in its economic and social evolution.

The region stands at a crossroads, balancing opportunities with significant challenges that could shape its future for years to come.

Emil Ekiyor, a WISH-TV contributor and founder of InnoPower, joined News 8 to discuss the outlook for the region, revealing both optimism and urgent concerns.

Ekiyor offered insights into the changes ahead and the critical areas requiring attention.

Ekiyor highlighted a bright future for central Indiana, pointing to several key investments that could redefine the region’s economic landscape over the next decade. Among the most significant developments on the horizon are the headquarters of Elanco.

Additionally, Purdue University is expanding its presence, signaling continued growth in research and education.

Ekiyor identified four key areas that could pose serious challenges to central Indiana’s growth.

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Indiana Horse of the Year of 2024 Demolisher Dies at 4

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3 hours ago

December 19, 2025

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Indiana Horse of the Year of 2024 Demolisher Dies at 4

Months after being named the 2024 Indiana Thoroughbred Owner’s and Breeder’s Association’s Horse of the Year for 2024, multiple stakes winner Demolisher was euthanized after a bout with laminitis.

“We went from the highest highs as Indiana Horse of the Year to the lowest low ever when we had to say goodbye,” said Resia Ayres, who bred and raced Demolisher with husband Ken.

Unraced at 2, Demolisher proved worth the wait as he won the first five starts of his career in 2024, topped by stakes wins in the Governor’s Handicap and the To Much Coffee Handicap. All five of those wins came at Horseshoe Indianapolis. He closed out the season with an unplaced start in the Bryan Station Stakes (G3T) at Keeneland.

In March the son of Dominus was honored as ITOBA’s top Indiana-bred 3-year-old male and its Horse of the Year.

“It’s about as high as we ever expected to have any of our horses,” Ken Ayres said at the time. “It’s hard to put words to it. Obviously, we’re super excited about it.”

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Some Indiana lawmakers ponder taking up marijuana debate after Trump’s reclassification order – Indianapolis Business Journal

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15 hours ago

December 19, 2025

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Some Indiana lawmakers ponder taking up marijuana debate after Trump’s reclassification order – Indianapolis Business Journal

For several years, the common refrain among some state lawmakers has been that they had no desire to tackle the issue until the federal government reclassified the drug. That argument will be removed if the president’s order receives federal regulatory approval as directed.

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Indiana ethics panel approves Jennifer-Ruth Green settlement; possible criminal charges pending

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1 day ago

December 18, 2025

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Indiana ethics panel approves Jennifer-Ruth Green settlement; possible criminal charges pending

The Indiana State Ethics Commission on Thursday approved a settlement requiring former Public Safety Secretary Jennifer-Ruth Green to pay a $10,000 civil fine, closing the ethics case against her — but potential criminal charges remain under review by the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office. The bipartisan, five-member commission voted unanimously to accept the agreement during its […]

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