A total of 80 communities across Indiana will receive a share of more than $18.6 million in COVID relief funds.
Economy
Ivy Tech administrator named to Biden Administration economic policy advisory panel
A member of Ivy Tech Community College’s administrative team is part of a panel advising the Biden Administration on economic recovery policies.
Walmart seeks U.S.-made products to sell at its stores
Walmart wants to shine a spotlight on innovative products produced by Indiana entrepreneurs.
State adds $60 million to Indiana Small Business Restart Grant program
State government is providing more assistance to Indiana’s small business owners.
Indiana’s January jobless rate 4.2%
Indiana’s labor force had a net increase of 3,803 in January when compared to December.
Additional funding available for Paycheck Protection Program
Small businesses financially impacted by the pandemic have another opportunity to seek assistance through the Paycheck Protection Program.
State: 2020 was fourth consecutive year of record economic growth
The pandemic appeared to have minimal impact on economic growth in Indiana.
Ball State researcher: Indiana’s restaurant sector taking hit from pandemic
A preliminary analysis of the restaurant industry found nearly half of the 300,000 Hoosiers in the sector are either facing unemployment or reduced hours.
Survey by NFIB finds jobs available but qualified workforce limited
A recent survey of business owners found many companies had available jobs but finding the right people for those positions proved challenging.
Indiana’s jobless rate for October falls to 5%
The number of people out of work continues to fall in Indiana.