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Purdue launches Indianapolis degree programs in construction, hospitality and athletic training to target city workforce needs

Purdue began offering new undergraduate and graduate programs in Indianapolis this fall focused on construction management, hospitality and tourism, and athletic training, and will require AI-focused coursework for all undergraduates after Board approval in December 2025.

Proposed Costco would bring 166,739‑sq‑ft warehouse and 32‑pump fueling station to Westfield; council review set for Sept. 28

A formal proposal for a new Costco and adjacent fueling facility has been filed with Westfield for the northwest corner of 191st Street and East Street. The project would advance through city review beginning Sept. 28, with construction anticipated to begin in 2027 if approved.

Noblesville nonprofit launches Hamilton County animal‑science career pathway linking students with local farms

Ben’s Ranch Foundation is rolling out a work-based Large Animal Science pathway for Hamilton County high school students, combining animal-science instruction with social-emotional learning and workforce-development content and offering classes at Koteewi Stables and other area farms.

Zionsville breaks ground on Fire Station 295; Hagerman, GM Development and Bell Architecture named for project

Zionsville held a groundbreaking Aug. 25 for Fire Station 295 at 3440 E. 550 S., a project tied to the consolidation of Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department with Zionsville. Construction companies named for the job include Hagerman Construction, GM Development and Bell Architecture; completion is scheduled for July 2027.

Indiana says licensing waits halved; governor touts faster entry to jobs for Hoosiers

The state reported average professional licensing processing time fell from about 11.8 days in January 2025 to 5.9 days in July 2026, the governor’s office said, and officials highlighted sharp reductions across health care and other professions while withholding application counts.

Indianapolis Public Library launches free Small Business Series starting Sept. 14 to support local entrepreneurs

The Indianapolis Public Library will host a free, in-person Small Business Series at Central Library beginning September 14, 2026, offering workshops on data tools, business systems, intellectual property, budgeting, planning and certification. Registration is encouraged and sessions are funded by the Library Foundation’s Dr. Michael R. Twyman Endowment Fund.

Indiana governor announces emergency aid, temporary housing grants amid lethal storms and flooding

Ethics panel clears Braun administration official to join construction firm, lobby lawmakers

Central Indiana’s Higher Education Leaders Convene for Accelerate Higher Ed, hosted by the Indy Chamber

Road-building coalition calls for long-term funding solution

A coalition of road and bridge construction groups, including the Build Indiana Council and Indiana Constructors, says Indiana should restore gasoline taxes and find new revenue after an extended suspension that the state and local governments expect will reduce road-funding revenue by about $533 million.

IU Southeast ramps local training and industry ties to bolster Southern Indiana workforce

At One Southern Indiana’s Aug. 11 annual meeting, IU President Pamela Whitten outlined how IU’s statewide strategy ties to local workforce development, highlighting IU Southeast’s industry partnerships, new training programs and graduate retention statistics.

IU Southeast economist: shifting Treasury yields and geopolitical tensions are raising mortgage costs and clouding hiring outlook

Dr. Uric Dufrene of IU Southeast links tariffs, Middle East tensions and a soft labor market to swings in the 10-year Treasury yield and 30-year mortgage rates — which moved between roughly 4.0–4.8% for Treasuries and about 6.2–6.7% for 30-year mortgages in the period described — and says future Fed action hinges on inflation and geopolitical developments.

Avon fire department to auction 2005 pumper on Municibid; proceeds to fund equipment

A July 25, 2026 article said Washington Township Avon Fire Department listed a yellow 2005 E‑ONE Spartan Engine Pumper (1,500 GPM) on Municibid; the listing said the truck “runs and pumps,” had 103,617 miles, and that the online auction was scheduled to close July 26, 2026 with proceeds returning to the department.