Business & Economy

The Chocolate Moose opens another Bloomington storefront, partners with local businesses

By Meghana Rachamadugu · Thursday, April 7,2022 2 p.m.

The new shop will be next to BuffaLouie’s at The Gables.

IU Ventures is recognized as one of the most active venture firms in Indiana

By Meghana Rachamadugu · Sunday, March 27,2022 4:33 p.m.

This is the first time IU Ventures ranked within the Great Lakes region.

Local brewing company integrates bitcoin for customer transactions

By Meghana Rachamadugu · Thursday, March 24,2022 2:03 p.m.

Switchyard Brewing Company is the first brewery in Indiana to accept bitcoin payment.

City Council approves tax breaks for Catalent, putting investment decision in company’s hands

By David Wolfe Bender · Wednesday, March 2,2022 11:09 p.m.

Bloomington Mayor John Hamilton is expected to sign the legislation.

What you should know about Catalent’s potential investment before Wednesday’s council meeting

By David Wolfe Bender · Tuesday, March 1,2022 8:35 a.m.

The Bloomington City Council looks ready to give tax breaks to a company in Bloomington.

Bloomington Brewing Co. new owners hope to reinvigorate their local brand

By Meghana Rachamadugu · Monday, Jan. 31,2022 2:37 p.m.

Bloomington Brewing Co. was one of the first craft breweries in Southern Indiana.

Hiring shortages, 70-hour weeks, reduced hours: How the Trojan Horse is surviving the Great Resignation

By Carson TerBush · Wednesday, Jan. 5,2022 10:45 a.m.

Last spring, no one applied to work at the restaurant for six months.

Santa’s behind schedule: this holiday season may be downsized by supply chain issues

By Ryan Costello · Thursday, Dec. 9,2021 5:09 p.m.

Consumers may need to purchase substitute gifts this holiday season due to supply issues.

Bloomington restaurant owners express concern over vaccine mandate affecting employment

By Mackenzie Lionberger · Tuesday, Dec. 7,2021 11:17 a.m.

President Joe Biden’s vaccine mandate will take effect by Jan. 4, 2022.

IU study shows circadian rhythm can affect investment success

By Ryan Costello · Thursday, Dec. 2,2021 5:50 p.m.

The study found investors’ performances are better at their time of the day.

Experts warn college students are more likely to go into credit card debt post-pandemic

By Emily Brown · Thursday, Nov. 4,2021 5:08 p.m.

Credit analyst warns about the struggling financial health of Gen Z after the pandemic.

Bloomington business Trap Mike’s closes indefinitely due to labor shortages

By Ryan Costello · Thursday, Nov. 4,2021 4:49 p.m.

The restaurant’s closing was announced Monday night via its Instagram account.

Some Bloomington restaurants say supporting local farmers helps community and local economy

By Evan Shaw · Sunday, Oct. 24,2021 11:58 a.m.

Osteria Rago head chef said he thinks local products have better quality.

IU students launch swipe-based music app HotDrop

By Noel Fary · Tuesday, Oct. 12,2021 4:14 p.m.

The app plays a segment of a song so users can swipe left or right.

Local farmers say they are selling more directly to consumers due to COVID-19 pandemic

By Evan Shaw · Tuesday, Sept. 28,2021 5:38 p.m.

Labor shortages has affected both farms and restaurants.

Bloomington restaurant Village Deli reopens after closing due to staff shortages

By Salome Cloteaux · Sunday, Sept. 26,2021 5:33 p.m.

The restaurant reopened Sept. 17.

Fast food chain Raising Cane’s to replace former Bloomington Which Wich location

By Shari Rowe · Friday, Sept. 24,2021 8:29 p.m.

The Bloomington Board of Zoning Appeals granted Raising Cane’s conditional use approval Thursday.

Kelley professor to join committee studying medical supply chain

By Carter DeJong · Wednesday, July 21,2021 12:46 p.m.

The study's goal is finding ways to improve the United States' medical supply chain.

Bloomington businesses react to Monroe County rescinding COVID-19 health order

By Laura Gerber · Sunday, May 23,2021 11:53 a.m.

Some businesses modified COVID-19 protocols while others kept social distancing and mask requirements.

Bloomington businesses see more activity during graduation weekend

By Luke Christopher Norton · Tuesday, May 11,2021 9:51 p.m.

Local restaurants and retail businesses served more customers than usual this past weekend.

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