July 23, 2014 at 2:10 p.m.
Tyson wins award (9/24/05)
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Tyson wins award (9/24/05)
A company with local ties has been named “Corporation of the Year” by the Arkansas Regional Minority Supplier Development Council.
Tyson Foods, Inc., based in Springdale, Ark., earned the honor for exceeding standards for corporate diversity.
There is a Tyson Foods Mexican Original plant in Portland.
“Tyson Foods has truly earned the (title); they have not only met but also exceeded standards for corporate diversity,” president and chief executive officer of ARMSDC Charles King said in a press release.
To be selected for the award, minority businesses have to make recommendations to a committee of business owners.
Tyson offers equal opportunity to all potential suppliers of goods and services. The corporation recently hired a female-owned Hispanic company to construct a new Discovery Center and World Headquarters in Springdale.
“We’re honored to receive this award,” Tyson special projects manager Cindy Carr said in the press release. “We believe having a diverse group of supplier partners makes good business sense.”
Named as speaker
A local physician has been named vice-speaker of the House of Delegates of the Indiana State Medical Association.
Kathleen Galbraith, M.D., a family practice physician in Portland, was sworn in on Sunday.
She was elected during the house’s annual meeting. The House serves as the ISMA’s policy-making board.
Galbraith previously served as chairman of the ISMA Board of Trustees and volunteered on the organization’s Medical Education and Family Violence committees.
Her duties will include officiating in the absence of the speaking during the annual House of Delegates proceedings. She also will become proficient in the rules of parliamentary procedure.
The ISMA has more than 8,000 physician members from throughout Indiana and works to promote sound heath care policy in the public, private and governmental sectors.
Uses designation
A local insurance agent has been authorized to use the abbreviation for Certified Financial Planner next to his name.
Jim Wright of State Farm Insurance of Portland had to successfully complete financial planning course work and pass the CFP Certification Exam to earn the designation.
He has worked at State Farm since 1989.
He currently is responsible for insurance sales, financial services and banking.
New veterinarian
The County Animal Clinic in Coldwater, Ohio, has acquired a new veterinarian.
Dr. Christa Nealeigh will practice mixed animal medicine with Dr. Ron Anders. She also is interested in equine, food animal and small animal surgery.
Nealeigh is a 1995 graduate of The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine. She also attended Wright State University from 1991 to 1995.
She, her husband, David, and their three children live in Laura, Ohio.
The clinic also specializes in classical acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and other alternative therapies. New patients are being accepted.
For more information, call (419) 678-3610 or (800) 868-8387.
Employer forum set
WorkOne will host an employer forum on Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
The forum about training funds available for businesses will be held at all of the East Central Indiana county WorkOne offices, including the Jay County office located at 112 N. Ship St., Portland. The event also will be held at the offices in Blackford, Delaware, Henry and Randolph counties.
The speakers during the video-conferenced forum will be Randy Frey of the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Jeremy Sowders of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and Jo Ann McCowan of Muncie Community Schools-Adult Education.
For more information, call the Portland WorkOne office at (260) 726-8316, ext. 221.
Vehicles, cash donated
Workhorse Custom Chassis has donated two motor homes, a van and cash to the American Red Cross.
The vehicles are being used by Red Cross officials in the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.
The company also vowed to match whatever monetary donations its employees raised. The workers contributed more than $3,000.
Keeping bills low
Indiana Michigan Power has a few tips to keep energy costs down.
•Insulate: it will keep heat out during the summer and keep heat in during the winter. The higher the R-value, the better it will insulate.
•Check for air leaks. Customers can save up to 10 percent on air conditioning and heating costs with a well-sealed house.
•Maintenance: have equipment checked and cleaned each year to insure maximum efficiency and long life.
•Close chimney damper when not in use. It will save on heating and cooling bills and keep air from going up the chimney.
•Let the sun shine in during the winter on the sunny side of the house, and close drapes and blinds at night to keep the heat in.
•Install a programmable thermostat. It can be pre-set during the winter to lower the temperature while you’re sleeping or at work.
Lowering the temperature from 72 degrees to 65 degrees for eight hours a day can save up to 10 percent on heating bills.
•Lower water temperature. Set the water-heating temperature at 140 degrees.
Also, use hot water wisely, as the water heater typically is the third biggest energy user in the home.
See Award page 7
Employees donate
to relief effort
Employees of Muselman-owned companies DRG Publishing, EP Graphics and Berne Tri-Weekly News of Berne, and Strategic Fulfillment Group of Big Sandy, Texas, recently donated more than $10,000 toward relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
The company then matched employee gifts dollar-for-dollar, bringing the total contribution to $21,060.
Vickie Ellis, executive director for the Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross, visited Berne on Tuesday to acknowledge the contribution.
Photo provided
Employees donate
Several employees of Muselman-owned companies recently donated funds toward the relief effort for victims of Hurricane Katrina. Pictured from left are Clint Anderson, Berne Tri-Weekly News general manager; Tyler Kitt, EP Graphics CEO; Tom Muselman, DRG president; Vickie Ellis, executive director for the Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross; Roger Muselman, DRG chairman; and David McKee, DRG publishing director.
The Commercial Review/Rachelle Haughn
Many engines
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday for B & J Small Engines, 227 N. Meridian St., Portland. The company sells and services small engines, lawn mowers and snow plows. Snow removal and salting services also are offered. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictured from left are Jeremy Mullens, store manager; and Janie and Brent Mullens, owners.[[In-content Ad]]
Tyson Foods, Inc., based in Springdale, Ark., earned the honor for exceeding standards for corporate diversity.
There is a Tyson Foods Mexican Original plant in Portland.
“Tyson Foods has truly earned the (title); they have not only met but also exceeded standards for corporate diversity,” president and chief executive officer of ARMSDC Charles King said in a press release.
To be selected for the award, minority businesses have to make recommendations to a committee of business owners.
Tyson offers equal opportunity to all potential suppliers of goods and services. The corporation recently hired a female-owned Hispanic company to construct a new Discovery Center and World Headquarters in Springdale.
“We’re honored to receive this award,” Tyson special projects manager Cindy Carr said in the press release. “We believe having a diverse group of supplier partners makes good business sense.”
Named as speaker
A local physician has been named vice-speaker of the House of Delegates of the Indiana State Medical Association.
Kathleen Galbraith, M.D., a family practice physician in Portland, was sworn in on Sunday.
She was elected during the house’s annual meeting. The House serves as the ISMA’s policy-making board.
Galbraith previously served as chairman of the ISMA Board of Trustees and volunteered on the organization’s Medical Education and Family Violence committees.
Her duties will include officiating in the absence of the speaking during the annual House of Delegates proceedings. She also will become proficient in the rules of parliamentary procedure.
The ISMA has more than 8,000 physician members from throughout Indiana and works to promote sound heath care policy in the public, private and governmental sectors.
Uses designation
A local insurance agent has been authorized to use the abbreviation for Certified Financial Planner next to his name.
Jim Wright of State Farm Insurance of Portland had to successfully complete financial planning course work and pass the CFP Certification Exam to earn the designation.
He has worked at State Farm since 1989.
He currently is responsible for insurance sales, financial services and banking.
New veterinarian
The County Animal Clinic in Coldwater, Ohio, has acquired a new veterinarian.
Dr. Christa Nealeigh will practice mixed animal medicine with Dr. Ron Anders. She also is interested in equine, food animal and small animal surgery.
Nealeigh is a 1995 graduate of The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine. She also attended Wright State University from 1991 to 1995.
She, her husband, David, and their three children live in Laura, Ohio.
The clinic also specializes in classical acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and other alternative therapies. New patients are being accepted.
For more information, call (419) 678-3610 or (800) 868-8387.
Employer forum set
WorkOne will host an employer forum on Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
The forum about training funds available for businesses will be held at all of the East Central Indiana county WorkOne offices, including the Jay County office located at 112 N. Ship St., Portland. The event also will be held at the offices in Blackford, Delaware, Henry and Randolph counties.
The speakers during the video-conferenced forum will be Randy Frey of the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, Jeremy Sowders of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and Jo Ann McCowan of Muncie Community Schools-Adult Education.
For more information, call the Portland WorkOne office at (260) 726-8316, ext. 221.
Vehicles, cash donated
Workhorse Custom Chassis has donated two motor homes, a van and cash to the American Red Cross.
The vehicles are being used by Red Cross officials in the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina.
The company also vowed to match whatever monetary donations its employees raised. The workers contributed more than $3,000.
Keeping bills low
Indiana Michigan Power has a few tips to keep energy costs down.
•Insulate: it will keep heat out during the summer and keep heat in during the winter. The higher the R-value, the better it will insulate.
•Check for air leaks. Customers can save up to 10 percent on air conditioning and heating costs with a well-sealed house.
•Maintenance: have equipment checked and cleaned each year to insure maximum efficiency and long life.
•Close chimney damper when not in use. It will save on heating and cooling bills and keep air from going up the chimney.
•Let the sun shine in during the winter on the sunny side of the house, and close drapes and blinds at night to keep the heat in.
•Install a programmable thermostat. It can be pre-set during the winter to lower the temperature while you’re sleeping or at work.
Lowering the temperature from 72 degrees to 65 degrees for eight hours a day can save up to 10 percent on heating bills.
•Lower water temperature. Set the water-heating temperature at 140 degrees.
Also, use hot water wisely, as the water heater typically is the third biggest energy user in the home.
See Award page 7
Employees donate
to relief effort
Employees of Muselman-owned companies DRG Publishing, EP Graphics and Berne Tri-Weekly News of Berne, and Strategic Fulfillment Group of Big Sandy, Texas, recently donated more than $10,000 toward relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Katrina.
The company then matched employee gifts dollar-for-dollar, bringing the total contribution to $21,060.
Vickie Ellis, executive director for the Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross, visited Berne on Tuesday to acknowledge the contribution.
Photo provided
Employees donate
Several employees of Muselman-owned companies recently donated funds toward the relief effort for victims of Hurricane Katrina. Pictured from left are Clint Anderson, Berne Tri-Weekly News general manager; Tyler Kitt, EP Graphics CEO; Tom Muselman, DRG president; Vickie Ellis, executive director for the Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross; Roger Muselman, DRG chairman; and David McKee, DRG publishing director.
The Commercial Review/Rachelle Haughn
Many engines
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held Thursday for B & J Small Engines, 227 N. Meridian St., Portland. The company sells and services small engines, lawn mowers and snow plows. Snow removal and salting services also are offered. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictured from left are Jeremy Mullens, store manager; and Janie and Brent Mullens, owners.[[In-content Ad]]
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