7/24/26 AM UPDATE: Columbus mayor talks development plans; La Porte recycling equipment company acquired; Entrepreneurship support growth in Grant County

7/24/26 AM UPDATE: Columbus mayor talks development plans; La Porte recycling equipment company acquired; Entrepreneurship support growth in Grant County

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 24, 2026. Columbus Mayor Mary Ferdon spoke on Inside INdiana Business Television about the city's plans to develop a key portion of its downtown. A La Porte-based distributor of recycling equipment has been acquired by a North Carolina company. The Grant County Economic Growth Council is looking to become the county's official Entrepreneurial Support Organization. Plus, Gov. Mike Braun signs President Trump's ratepayer protection pledge. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/23/26 PM UPDATE: Indiana benefits from quantum research grant; State secures funding for apprenticeship grants; Indiana Teach Ag Fund launches

Inside Indiana Business Radio for the afternoon of July 23, 2026. A $30 million grant awarded to the Bloch Quantum Tech Hub is set to benefit Indiana companies and higher ed institutions. Gov. Mike Braun's office has announced $9.1 million in federal funding to support apprenticeship grants throughout the state. AgriNovus Indiana has unveiled the 12 startups to participate in this year's Velocity accelerator. A team of Notre Dame researchers is helping develop a wearable monitoring system to support fetal health. Plus, a group of retired agricultural educators looks to support the future of ag education. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/23/26 AM UPDATE: Aerospace manufacturer expanding near Indiana border; Peoples Bank CEO talks acquisition; Record numbers for Steel Dynamics

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 23, 2026. A manufacturer of 3D-printed jet engines for uncrewed aerial defense applications has announced plans for expansion at its location about 30 minutes from the Indiana border in Ohio. The CEO of Munster-based Peoples Bank said the recently announced acquisition by Cincinnati-based First Financial Bank is the right fit for future growth. Fort Wayne-based Steel Dynamics sees quarterly profit growth due largely to record steel shipments. Plus, South Bend-Elkhart leaders celebrate successful development projects. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/22/26 PM UPDATE: ACMI campus expanding in Bloomfield; Charlestown approves $105M data center; TrendyMinds founder returns to CEO role

Inside Indiana Business Radio for the afternoon of July 22, 2026. The American Center for Manufacturing and Innovation is expanding its National Security Industrial Hub in southern Indiana by about 400 acres, only five months after breaking ground. The city of Charlestown is moving forward with plans for a $105 million data center. The founder and former CEO of Indianapolis-based marketing firm TrendyMinds is returning to his old position. Plus, a South Bend music competition is having a big impact, and Old National Bank hits record profit while updating its executive structure. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

7/22/26 AM UPDATE: Peoples Bank parent to be acquired; Novo Nordisk sues Lilly; New health tech platform piloted in northeast Indiana

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of July 22, 2026. Cincinnati-based First Financial Bancorp has announced plans to acquire Finward Bancorp, the Munster-based parent of Peoples Bank, for $208 million. Novo Nordisk is suing Eli Lilly and Co. over alleged "misleading" GLP-1 advertisements. An AI-powered tech platform designed to help prevent Medicaid coverage loss for patients is being tested in northeast Indiana. Plus, a Porter County nonprofit has launched an initiative to support other organizations in completing capital projects. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.