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4/20/26 AM UPDATE: Elkhart manufacturers explore merger; Bears, Hammond continue talks; Iron Nation partnership creates opportunity

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of April 20, 2026.

Two major Elkhart-based manufacturers, Patrick Industries and LCI Industries, are exploring a possible merger of equals. Chicago Bears leadership met with Hammond Mayor Tom McDermott on Friday as the team continues to mull over where it will locate its new stadium. Former Congressman Luke Messer says the recently announced Iron Nation-Indiana partnership could create major opportunity for Israeli startups and Indiana's tech ecosystem. Plus, the LIFT Academy is partnering with NASA, and a packaging materials sorting and storage…

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