July 23, 2014 at 2:10 p.m.
Construction projects slow
Business Roundup
During the month of November, the Jay/Portland Building and Planning department issued 13 building permits with total construction costs estimated at $233,808.
Permits were issued to: Jay/Randolph Developmental Services, 901 E. Water St., Portland, building addition, $12,708; David C. Graber, 4171 North 550 West, Pennville, tool shed, $80,000; William and Janie Hurst, 7005 North Ind. 1, Pennville, barn and pond, $48,000; Aaron Huey, 6705 West 300 South, Portland, pole building, $15,000; Beckman and Gast Farms, east of 400 East on 300 South, Portland, pole building, $28,800; Shad McClure, 566 West 650 South, Portland, pole barn, $9,500.
John E. Walter, 5872 West 400 North, Pennville, barn addition and lean-to, $5,000; Ernest R. Murphy, 42244 West 650 North, Bryant, enclosed porch, $800; David C. Graber, 4171 North 550 West, Pennville, deck, $2,000; Michael A. Fennig, 8270 South 800 East, Union City, deck with roof, $2,000; Mike Bruggeman, 684 South Ind. 1, Dunkirk, shed, $1,000; Douglas and Nylisa Davis, 9030 West 700 South, Redkey, pole building, $14,000; Glenn Nicodemus, 822 East 100 South, pole barn, $15,000.
Tyson sanitation
The United States Food and Drug Administration warned Tyson Foods about unsanitary conditions in one of its Texas plants.
The plant, which makes seafood soups, was found to be storing fish and crab at temperatures above 40 degrees Fahrenheit, which could speed bacteria growth. Tyson was also cited in August for failing to properly record procedures for halting bacteria growth.
Food drive
The Muselman Wellness Pavilion at Swiss Village, Berne, is holding a food drive throughout December.
Anyone bringing food will be entered into a prize drawing. Also, between Dec. 14 and Dec. 23, any non-member bringing a food item will receive free admission to the facility.
New products
Fleetwood RV, Inc. announced it will launch new model lines and will have details at an annual trade show in Louisville, Ky.
Fleetwood RV was created after the recreational vehicle lines were purchased by an outside company after Fleetwood Enterprises filed for bankruptcy. Since that time, the company has been increasing production of Class A and Class C vehicles.
Expanding
A Coldwater snack producer will undertake a $2.5 million expansion that should create 40 new jobs.
Basic Grain Products, a division of Tastemoor Snacks, will undergo the expansion and expects to complete work be fall 2010. The company produces rice cakes and other snack products and is located on Vine Street in Coldwater.
Retires
McDonald's executive Ralph Alvarez recently announced his retirement, citing chronic knee problems that affect his ability to travel.
Alvarez, who served in a variety of position for the company including president of McDonald's Mexico division, chief operations officer and president of McDonald's U.S. central division, present of the North America division and president of McDonald's USA, was considered to be a top candidate to eventually replace CEO Jim Skinner.
Alvarez said his knee problems have hindered his ability to travel and adequately perform his duties.
Nominees
Seven nominees have been named to serve on the Jay County Chamber of Commerce board of directors. Nominees include: Wood Barwick, Jay School Corporation; Christy Corle, Corle Insurance; Tressie Monroe, MainSource Bank; Cindy Adair, Adair's Corner Market; Chuck Rife, Heritage Video Service; Shelley Brunson, Bell Aquaculture; April Wallischeck, Racster Jacks and Associates.
Hospital opening
Three new areas of Mercer County Community Hospital opened recently.
The hospital opened its new patient reception center, lobby and gift shop as the completed second phase of the $6 million renovation project.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Dec. 8.
Settled
Wal-Mart agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit with 87,500 employees in Massachusetts to the sum of $40 million. The plaintiffs assert that Wal-Mart denied them rest and meal breaks, manipulated time cards and refused to pay overtime hours. The lawsuit was filed in 2001.
No. 1
First Bank of Berne was named the No. 1 performing bank in Indiana for the fourth time in the last 18 months by Financial Management Consulting Group.
The bank was evaluated in terms of interest margin, efficiency, loans and profits. First Bank of Berne received the highest ratings in all categories for the first three quarters of 2009 and the second quarter in 2008.[[In-content Ad]]
Permits were issued to: Jay/Randolph Developmental Services, 901 E. Water St., Portland, building addition, $12,708; David C. Graber, 4171 North 550 West, Pennville, tool shed, $80,000; William and Janie Hurst, 7005 North Ind. 1, Pennville, barn and pond, $48,000; Aaron Huey, 6705 West 300 South, Portland, pole building, $15,000; Beckman and Gast Farms, east of 400 East on 300 South, Portland, pole building, $28,800; Shad McClure, 566 West 650 South, Portland, pole barn, $9,500.
John E. Walter, 5872 West 400 North, Pennville, barn addition and lean-to, $5,000; Ernest R. Murphy, 42244 West 650 North, Bryant, enclosed porch, $800; David C. Graber, 4171 North 550 West, Pennville, deck, $2,000; Michael A. Fennig, 8270 South 800 East, Union City, deck with roof, $2,000; Mike Bruggeman, 684 South Ind. 1, Dunkirk, shed, $1,000; Douglas and Nylisa Davis, 9030 West 700 South, Redkey, pole building, $14,000; Glenn Nicodemus, 822 East 100 South, pole barn, $15,000.
Tyson sanitation
The United States Food and Drug Administration warned Tyson Foods about unsanitary conditions in one of its Texas plants.
The plant, which makes seafood soups, was found to be storing fish and crab at temperatures above 40 degrees Fahrenheit, which could speed bacteria growth. Tyson was also cited in August for failing to properly record procedures for halting bacteria growth.
Food drive
The Muselman Wellness Pavilion at Swiss Village, Berne, is holding a food drive throughout December.
Anyone bringing food will be entered into a prize drawing. Also, between Dec. 14 and Dec. 23, any non-member bringing a food item will receive free admission to the facility.
New products
Fleetwood RV, Inc. announced it will launch new model lines and will have details at an annual trade show in Louisville, Ky.
Fleetwood RV was created after the recreational vehicle lines were purchased by an outside company after Fleetwood Enterprises filed for bankruptcy. Since that time, the company has been increasing production of Class A and Class C vehicles.
Expanding
A Coldwater snack producer will undertake a $2.5 million expansion that should create 40 new jobs.
Basic Grain Products, a division of Tastemoor Snacks, will undergo the expansion and expects to complete work be fall 2010. The company produces rice cakes and other snack products and is located on Vine Street in Coldwater.
Retires
McDonald's executive Ralph Alvarez recently announced his retirement, citing chronic knee problems that affect his ability to travel.
Alvarez, who served in a variety of position for the company including president of McDonald's Mexico division, chief operations officer and president of McDonald's U.S. central division, present of the North America division and president of McDonald's USA, was considered to be a top candidate to eventually replace CEO Jim Skinner.
Alvarez said his knee problems have hindered his ability to travel and adequately perform his duties.
Nominees
Seven nominees have been named to serve on the Jay County Chamber of Commerce board of directors. Nominees include: Wood Barwick, Jay School Corporation; Christy Corle, Corle Insurance; Tressie Monroe, MainSource Bank; Cindy Adair, Adair's Corner Market; Chuck Rife, Heritage Video Service; Shelley Brunson, Bell Aquaculture; April Wallischeck, Racster Jacks and Associates.
Hospital opening
Three new areas of Mercer County Community Hospital opened recently.
The hospital opened its new patient reception center, lobby and gift shop as the completed second phase of the $6 million renovation project.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Dec. 8.
Settled
Wal-Mart agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit with 87,500 employees in Massachusetts to the sum of $40 million. The plaintiffs assert that Wal-Mart denied them rest and meal breaks, manipulated time cards and refused to pay overtime hours. The lawsuit was filed in 2001.
No. 1
First Bank of Berne was named the No. 1 performing bank in Indiana for the fourth time in the last 18 months by Financial Management Consulting Group.
The bank was evaluated in terms of interest margin, efficiency, loans and profits. First Bank of Berne received the highest ratings in all categories for the first three quarters of 2009 and the second quarter in 2008.[[In-content Ad]]
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