By LARRY CRIPE CTB Inc. Kim Feasby has been named a Customer Service Representative for PigTek Pig Equipment Group, according to Tim Donlin, Controller for the CTB Inc. business unit. In her new position, Feasby will interact with customers, work closely with the manufacturing and shipping departments, enter and manage customer orders, and process invoices. …read more.

Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE:THO) today announced improved sales and net income from continuing operations for the first quarter ended Oct. 31. First Quarter Highlights: Sales from continuing operations for the first quarter of fiscal 2015 were $922 million, up 15 percent from $800 million in the first quarter last year, as sales of both towable …read more.

By ALI CURTIS Communications and Media Relations Manager, Indiana Commission for Higher Education In their latest report, The Four-Year Myth, Complete College America and its Alliance of States reveal the vast majority of full-time American college students do not graduate on time, costing them and their families tens of thousands of dollars in extra college-related …read more.

By KELLY HECKAMAN Extension Educator, Purdue Extension Kosciusko County There are two free meetings scheduled in north central Indiana on Monday, Dec. 15 where you can learn how the new farm program works and also have a chance to work through some examples. In Warsaw, the meeting will be offered at 6:30 p.m. in the …read more.

Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) and AstraZeneca yesterday announced enrollment of the first patient into AMARANTH, a Phase II/III study of an oral beta secretase cleaving enzyme (BACE) inhibitor currently in development as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. AZD3293, also known as LY3314814, has been shown in Phase I studies to reduce levels …read more.

Trupointe Cooperative Inc., and Cargill Inc., have signed a letter of intent to create a joint venture with their facilities located in Milford, Bremen and LaPaz. Upon completing due diligence and signing a final agreement, the two companies will combine Trupointe’s crop inputs assets in Milford with Cargill’s grain elevators in Bremen and LaPaz. The …read more.

By EMIL VENERE Purdue University Researchers at Nano-Meta Technologies Inc. in the Purdue Research Park have shown how to overcome key limitations of a material that could enable the magnetic storage industry to achieve data-recording densities far beyond today’s computers. The new technology could make it possible to record data on an unprecedented small scale …read more.

Traditional retail stores this holiday season have fully embraced the Internet and continue to close the gap with major online retailers such as Amazon, according to an Indiana University Kelley School of Business expert. “Three years ago, brick-and-mortar retailers sometimes perceived their own websites as competition,” said John Talbott, associate director of the Center for …read more.

Eli Lilly and Company announced yesterday that the European Commission granted marketing authorization for Trulicity (dulaglutide) solution for injection. Trulicity, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, is a once-weekly, injectable solution designed to improve glycaemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes. The medicine comes in a ready-to-use pen with a pre-attached, hidden needle. Trulicity received a …read more.

By CARLEE GLASSBURN Purdue University An abundance of rain and cool temperatures this year that helped Christmas trees in Indiana develop well bid good tidings for shoppers wanting a fresh tree for their home, according to a Purdue University wood products specialist. Dan Cassens, Purdue University professor of wood products, said the drought of 2012 …read more.

With Black Friday looming, and just a few weeks of Christmas shopping left, many folks are hunkering down for some serious holiday shopping. The door buster deals at the big box stores are certainly enticing, however, consider small, local businesses for your holiday shopping. Shopping local doesn’t just put presents under the tree, it also …read more.

We asked our readers “Which retailer would you like to see come to Warsaw?”  The response was huge!  With nearly 1,000 entries and 400+ comments, the viewers have spoken. WE WANT TARGET!  Accounting for more than half the entries, Target is the retailer most of our readers would like to see come to Warsaw.  Sam’s …read more.

MutualBank announces the addition of Heath Simcoe as financial center manager of the Syracuse MutualBank Financial Center. Simcoe joins the bank from Best Buy where he served in management for 12 years. Simcoe, originally from North Manchester, attended Manchester College majoring in secondary education with a focus on U.S. History. At Best Buy, Simcoe served …read more.

MutualBank announces the return of Chrystal Hurd as financial center manager in Kosciusko County. Hurd returns to Kosciusko County, in particular MutualBank’s 15 North Financial Center, from St. Joseph County where she was the area manager. Her return enables her to be near her fiancé with whom she’ll marry in 2015. Hurd has been a …read more.

Operation: Job Ready Veterans invites St. Joseph and Elkhart County Veterans to a week-long employment seminar at no charge to job seekers. WorkOne’s staff of experienced workforce development professionals, many of whom are veterans, has developed an effective approach to assisting veterans who are seeking employment and career opportunities in the civilian workforce. It takes …read more.

A new study by Indiana University School of Education researchers sheds new light on the pathways students take to STEM careers, finding that the route is rarely direct. (Photo Provided) The study “The Nature of Experiences Responsible for the Generation and Maintenance of Interest in STEM,” published in the journal Science Education, is authored by …read more.

Indiana’s environment is cleaner than it’s been in our lifetimes. But such substantial progress here, and in other parts of the country, is not enough for the Environmental Protection Agency. Smart, necessary regulations make sense. However, that’s the opposite of what we have with the new directive to strictly limit carbon emissions from the nation’s …read more.

By TAMMY ALLEN Director of Marketing, OrthoWorx OrthoWorx recently piloted The Technical Careers and Beyond Program, developed to focus on local education and awareness to help address the local advanced manufacturing talent gap. The program included approximately 50 administrators, guidance counselors and teachers at the middle school and high school levels in the area. The …read more.

By JOY LOHSE Marketing and Public Relations Director, Kosciusko Community Hospital Kosciusko Community Hospital is amongst five Lutheran Health Network hospitals that were recently named a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures by The Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of healthcare organizations in the United States. Kosciusko Community Hospital, Bluffton Regional Medical Center, Dukes Memorial …read more.

The Indiana Civil Rights Commission announced today that there is probable cause to believe two women, previously working for R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company of Warsaw, and Pizza King of Muncie, respectively, were discriminated against because of their sex in violation of the Indiana Civil Rights Law (Ind. Code § 22-9, et seq.). In each …read more.

As Leisure Pool & Spa Supply celebrates its 25th year in business, it is also enjoying its new larger location at 1405 N. Indiana Ave., Syracuse. Both owner Tim Yoder and his son, Mark, agree the move was necessary since they were jammed in at the old office located on Main Street. “We’ve been wanting …read more.

The Hoosier state grew 5,500 private sector jobs in October, led mainly by the Trade, Transportation and Utilities (+3,300), and Manufacturing (+2,500) sectors. Indiana has added private sector jobs 16 of the past 22 months, with monthly increases averaging 3,800. Over the past year, Indiana has consistently led the nation in manufacturing growth, with more …read more.

A vital catalyst for economic development throughout Indiana, the Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) has announced an initiative to fuel the local economy by putting land back onto local tax rolls. The IAA will divest or lease a portion of its 9,000 acres with an estimated value of $83 million while preserving land for future terminal …read more.

By TIFFANY REIMER Metzger Property Services LLC Metzger Property Services, LLC was honored with nine marketing awards at the recent Indiana Auctioneers Association conference in Indianapolis. The competition allowed thousands of auctioneers from across Indiana to submit their top marketing efforts to garner awards in several categories. Metzger’s walked away with top honors for General …read more.

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) and the State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) recently awarded $1,020,900 in Clean Water Indiana (CWI) Grants to 35 Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) across the state. The goals of the projects are to seek ways to protect drinking water, improve water quality and assist Hoosiers in …read more.

By KLARISA KINDIG Vice President of Marketing and Communications, WISE, Inc. We Inspire Support Empower Inc. a non-profit organization dedicated to the education and support of the professional career interests of women, held its first W.I.S.E. Professional Development Workshop: Improving Your Presence, Impact and Influence on Nov. 13 at the Champagne Jam. The half-day workshop …read more.

Josh J. Minkler, acting United States Attorney, announced today the arrest of an Indianapolis man for bank fraud, wire fraud and bankruptcy fraud in a scheme involving the theft of over $5 million. Todd J. Wolfe, 52, was arrested at his home yesterday morning. “Defrauding a financial institution affects all honest, hardworking individuals,” said Minkler. …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) (“Zimmer”) announced today that it has agreed with the European Commission to extend the deadline for the EC’s review of Zimmer’s proposed acquisition of Biomet by a limited number of days in order to provide the EC with certain additional information. Deadline extensions are not uncommon in such …read more.

UPDATE: Since posting the article below, Golden Corral co-owner, Stephen Sviatko, reached out to me to offer more information on the fate of the restaurant. According to Sviatko, the restaurant was initially closed this summer due to plumbing problems (which we’ve covered ad nauseam). Some of the plumbing lines were not properly secured to the …read more.

Syracuse’s 6 & 13 Industrial and Technology Park was among five locations recognized by Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann as being Indiana “Shovel Ready” in a press release issued Tuesday. Indiana Shovel Ready is a program administered through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. The Shovel Ready designation certifies sites have proven to be …read more.

Indianapolis – On Friday, Governor Mike Pence and Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann sent a letter to both the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers urging them to withdraw the proposed rule that redefines “waters of the United States” protected under the Clean Water Act. In October, Governor Pence joined eleven …read more.

By KATELYN HANCOCK Indiana Economic Development Corporation Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann led a delegation of Hoosiers on a jobs and economic development mission to Silicon Valley yesterday to promote Indiana’s strong private sector job growth, world-class research institutions, competitive engineering workforce and the state’s pro-business climate to semiconductor and high technology companies. “Over the past …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Kosciusko Chamber Of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce, along with the Warsaw Community Development Corporation, held a ribbon cutting at Alderfer Bergen & Company’s their new location, 122 W. Market St., Warsaw. Alderfer Bergen & company participated in the WCDC Facade Grant program, funded by the City of Warsaw, to make …read more.

Soil was turned and development is officially underway for the new Heron Corporate Housing facility. Jeff Ryan, development associate for RealAmerica Development, addressed those in attendance. Ryan explained that the new fully-furnished housing options will allow those coming into to Warsaw for training at one of the local companies to not have to worry about …read more.

A groundbreaking ceremony and reception for Heron Corporate Housing will take place at 2 p.m today, 1101 Heron Blvd, Warsaw. The development plans to provide “Warsaw’s premiere short-term furnished apartments.” One and two bedroom units will be available, and there will be an on-site fitness center. Additionally, all utilities are paid. The location is behind …read more.

At the Kosciusko County Council’s Nov. 14 meeting, Warsaw-based manufacturing and design company Alpha Manufacturing requested a tax abatement for an expansion of its operation. “We’re going to be tripling the number of employees from this tax abatement,” said Richard Helm of Rockhill Pinnich, representing the company. He reported the new jobs would be created …read more.

North Central Cooperative Inc. announced today that it would expanding its operations to Kosciusko County. According to a press release, the company will invest $8.27 million renovate to equip two buildings on a 78-acre crop service center in Mentone, adding more than 18,000 square-feet of production and office space. “Indiana knows agriculture. To cultivate agricultural …read more.

Elkhart County – “Over $108 million in new investment from existing and prospective companies has been announced in 2014,” states Dorinda Heiden-Guss, President and CEO of the Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County. More importantly, the new focus in raising the standard of living and overall quality of life is being addressed by the not-for-profit …read more.

CHICAGO – R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (Nasdaq:RRD) reported financial results for the third quarter of 2014 last week. Highlights: Third-quarter net sales of $3.0 billion grew 13.1 percent from the third quarter of 2013; organic net sales grew 0.8 percent from the third quarter of 2013 Third-quarter GAAP net earnings attributable to common shareholders …read more.

Warsaw Attorney John D. Barrett has joined the law firm of Reed and Earhart as a partner. The firm will now be known as Reed, Earhard, Lennox and Barrett P.C. Barrett earned his bachelor degree from the University of New Mexico in 2000 and earned his law degree from Indiana University School of Law- Indianapolis …read more.

By MICHELLE HANSEN Shopko Public Relations Shopko announces that its stores will be open for extended hours beginning Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27 through Friday, Nov. 28. Special store hours and pricing will be available at the retailer’s Shopko and Shopko Hometown stores and on Shopko.com. A Shopko store is located in Syracuse. Shopko stores …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Katz, Sapper & Miller released its annual survey of Indiana manufacturers yesterday, authored by faculty from the IU Kelley School of Business at Indianapolis. Indiana is the most manufacturing-dependent state in the nation, and the industry continues a strong rebound from the Great Recession; however, the survey warns that growth could be derailed …read more.

CPrecisely, a Purdue Research Park-based company, is developing technology to allow people to see digital content with increased sharpness on displays like tablets, smartphones and laptops without the need for corrective eyewear, according to a company official. CPrecisely was co-founded by Daniel Aliaga, chief executive officer and associate professor in Purdue’s Department of Computer Science, …read more.

WorkOne and five employers in Kosciusko County are collaborating to hold a multi-employer job fair on Thursday, Nov. 13, in Warsaw. Employers hosting the event have numerous open positions. The event is open to job seekers and will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WorkOne Kosciusko County located at 715 S. Buffalo …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Public Relations Director, Kosciusko Leadership Academy Hosted by K-21 Health Services, Rich Haddad welcomed the Kosciusko Leadership Academy cadets and guests. Rich explained the K-21 Medical Services Pavilion was the result of a KLA White Paper project. The facility is an all inclusive connected health services center. Michelle Boxell, Cardinal Services, spoke …read more.

The famous small town of Santa Claus, Indiana, is listed on Travel Channel’s best holiday attractions for this year’s holiday season. Travel Channel enlisted a panel of travel experts to share recommendations for Travel’s Best Holiday Attractions 2014. “We are so thrilled the town of Santa Claus is included in Travel Channel’s best holiday attractions,” …read more.

BREMEN – Southwire Company, a wire and cable manufacturer, announced plans today to expand its operations here, creating up to 105 new jobs by 2016. The Georgia-based company, which purchased Illinois-based Coleman Cable in February, will invest $2.1 million to purchase and equip a new 48,000 square-foot facility in Bremen. The facility, which will be …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting, in collaboration with the Warsaw Community Development Corporation, for Glam. Glam carries a carefully chosen collection of women’s clothing and accessories. It is located at 212 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. To find out more …read more.

Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK) (“Patrick” or the “Company”) announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the business and certain assets of Bremen, Indiana-based Charleston Corporation (“Charleston”). Charleston is a manufacturer of fiberglass and plastic components primarily used in the recreational vehicle (“RV”), marine, and vehicle aftermarket industries. The Company estimates Charleston’s 2014 …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Protechs’ new location at 1630 Armstrong Road, Warsaw. Protechs provides prompt, dependable, and immediate response whether you need fire, smoke, water, wind or natural disaster damage restoration. For more information visit www.protechsinc.com or …read more.

ERAPSCO, Columbia City, Ind., is being awarded a $195,217,585 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N00421-14-D-0025) to exercise an option for the procurement of up to 141,500 AN/SSQ series sonobuoys, and 10,000 MK-84 signal underwater sound devices. Work will be performed in De Leon Springs, Florida (51.7 percent), and Columbia City, Indiana (48.3 …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — WGU Indiana’s enrollment has reached 4,122 students as it celebrates four years of educating Hoosiers. The milestone coincides with the university’s announcement of $400,000 in scholarships across its four colleges. “Our enrollment growth is a good indicator that busy adults are energized by a university model that works for them,” said chancellor of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – According to data compiled by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, (DWD), the Hoosier state will grow approximately 336,640 new jobs by 2022. This number signifies an employment growth rate of 11.86 percent during that period. Based on these projections, the bulk of the growth will come from the manufacturing, retail trade, and …read more.

By MIGUEL AYALA Small Business Association The U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) Loan Program reached another lending record in fiscal year 2014, announced today by SBA Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet. By the end of the fiscal year, Sept. 30, SBA had approved 52,044 7(a) loans for $19.19 billion, an increase of 12 percent in number loans …read more.

U.S. Congressman Marlin Stutzman issued this statement following the release of the October jobs report. “I am happy to see that more Americans found work in the month of October. However, the sad reality is that tens of millions of people are still struggling to find a good paying job. They deserve an economic environment …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – In a 5-0 decision yesterday, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled that Indiana’s right to work law prohibiting involuntary union dues does not violate the Indiana Constitution. The Supreme Court decided the state of Indiana’s appeal of a Lake County court’s ruling last year that had struck down the right to work law the …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Banking executive Mike Kubacki, Fifth District Congresswoman Susan Brooks and the city of Bloomington were all honored by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce last night at the organization’s 25th Annual Awards Dinner. A crowd of approximately 1,500 attended the event at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis. Saturday Night Live alum and …read more.

Male Fashions, an upscale men’s clothing store in Warsaw, hosted a ribbon cutting Wednesday, Nov. 5, to welcome in new ownership. The store will now be owned and operated by Tim Hamann. Previous owner Rob Chalfant will continue to help out at the store for the time being. Male Fashions is located at 109 E. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – In their annual forecast presented today, Indiana University Kelley School of Business economists were more optimistic than they have been in recent years, suggesting that 2015 could be the best year of economic recovery since the Great Recession. “During the past year, the United States economy has given clear signs that it is …read more.

Honoring enterprise, invention, innovation and entrepreneurs is the purpose behind the annual Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation’s Entrepreneur and Innovation Hall of Fame. Six companies and 13 individuals associated with those companies were inducted into the KEDCo Hall of Fame Wednesday evening in Warsaw. Honored individuals included Paul, Steve and Bruce Grossnickle, Dr. Ron Manahan, Elburn …read more.

Max Maile, Warsaw, recently received the 2014 Innovation Award for Healthcare in Fort Wayne. Maile owns the company Indicator in Warsaw that focuses on indoor mapping and proximity technology using iBeacons. Indicator creates apps that work in conjunction with a network of bluetooth devices located in any areas where maps may typically be useful such …read more.

AT&T has expanded its 4G LTE network to Bremen, Bristol, Culver, Knox, La Paz, Leesburg, Middlebury, Nappanee, North Judson, North Webster, Plymouth, and Walkerton, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. AT&T also has upgraded mobile Internet cell sites in the Tri-Lakes and Lake Wawasee areas to expand 4G LTE coverage. AT&T launched …read more.

Forest River Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway Company, and Thor Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced the establishment of a Community Foundation to be funded jointly and to benefit employees and their families during times of need. The Forest River/Thor Community Foundation will be jointly funded by the two companies and will provide grants of up …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Commission for Higher Education released its findings on a study of Indiana’s non-traditional adult students, along with recommendations for ways to help increase the state’s college completion rates through academic and financial support designed specifically for that population. The study identifies that for every student that goes to college part-time every …read more.

Indianapolis-based Wabash Valley Power Association, an electric generation and transmission (G&T) cooperative and energy provider for Kosciusko REMC, Fulton County REMC, Marshall County REMC and many other energy cooperatives, has added another landfill gas-to-energy (LFGTE) generating plant to its power supply portfolio. The Clinton facility is located in DeWitt County, Illinois, and marks the 15th …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER – Dave McFadden has long been an agent of change at Manchester University. On Friday, Nov. 7, he will take the stage at Cordier Auditorium and receive the Presidential Medallion as the 15th president in the University’s 125-year history. The public is invited to the inaugural ceremony at 1:30 p.m. at the North …read more.

Fort Wayne – UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company (NYSE: UNH), and Parkview Health have agreed to a new multi-year agreement that gives United Healthcare’s Commercial and Medicare Advantage Complete Choice members uninterrupted in-network coverage from United Healthcare at each of Parkview’s hospitals, physician’s offices, walk-in clinics and for all services provided by Parkview throughout northeast …read more.

By ANDREW SWIHART, CPA, CGMA Dahms & Yarian Inc. Dahms & Yarian, Inc. certified public accountants in Rochester announces the recent purchase of the accounting practice of Barbara Lutterbein, CPA in Rochester. Dahms & Yarian will continue providing the professional service which these clients have grown to expect. Dahms & Yarian is a full service …read more.

Twelve Ivy Tech Community College instructors from across the state graduated from a two-week training program provided by Siemens International, one of the largest high-tech manufacturing corporations in the world. Instructors who attended the Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification Program certified as Siemens Level I instructors, and they were recognized at a graduation ceremony on Thursday, …read more.

By JANELLE DEATSMAN Maple Leaf Farms, Inc. Rick Prins has been named corporate manager of Milford plant operations for Maple Leaf Farms, according to vice president of operations Don Ratliff. In his new position, Prins will provide performance and quality focused leadership to all aspects of the company’s Milford plant operations. Prins is a veteran …read more.

WABASH – Midwest Eye Consultants, P.C. announced plans today to open a lens coating laboratory in Wabash, creating up to 31 new jobs by 2018. The homegrown-Hoosier company will invest $2.39 million to lease, renovate and equip Lens Source Optical Lab, a 14,000 square-foot lens manufacturing operation in Wabash. The laboratory, which will be fully …read more.

By JANELLE DEATSMAN Maple Leaf Farms, Inc Richard Wahl has been named a plant manager for Maple Leaf Farms, according to Don Ratliff, vice president of operations at Maple Leaf Farms. In his new position, Wahl will be responsible for overseeing operations at the company’s Serenade Foods operation. Wahl had served as the productivity manager …read more.

The Indiana University School of Informatics and Computing has announced a new master’s degree in the rapidly expanding field of data science. The inaugural class of students will begin the program in January. The new degree program capitalizes on the existing breadth of research and study at the school, with courses coming from computer science, …read more.

ELKHART – Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK), a major manufacturer and distributor of building and component products for the recreational vehicle (“RV”), manufactured housing (“MH”) and industrial markets, today reported its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended Sept. 28, 2014. Net sales for the third quarter of 2014 increased $41.5 million …read more.

The induction of the 2014 individuals and companies to be added to the Kosciusko Innovation and Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame will be held 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5. Jim Tinkey, Chair of KEDCo’s Business Retention Committee noted that, “The selection process was difficult because of the high quality of individuals and companies considered. We simply …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing & Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for their Annual Chamber Membership Banquet. Community and business members may nominate for the following: 2014 Man and Woman of the Year Award Dimensions of Excellence Employer of the Year Award Government Excellence Award Young …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ZMH and SIX: ZMH) today announced the future executive leadership team and organizational structure of the combined company following the closing of the Biomet transaction. Zimmer also announced that the combined organization will leverage the strength of both companies’ brands and will be named Zimmer Biomet, with the new brand to …read more.

EBI LLC, doing business as Biomet Spine and Bone Healing Technologies and Biomet Inc. have agreed to pay $6.07 million to resolve allegations that EBI violated the False Claims Act by paying kickbacks to induce use of its bone growth stimulators and billing federal health care programs for refurbished stimulators, the Department of Justice announced …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – A new report, commissioned by BioCrossroads and conducted by the Battelle Technology Partnership Practice, takes an in-depth look at Indiana’s capital market and the innovation outputs that have resulted over two different time frames: 1993 to 2002 and 2003 to 2013. It also provides a view of future opportunities for investment growth. The …read more.

In this modern, hyper-connected internet age we now live in, quality internet service is of the utmost importance. Every second of every single day, terabyte upon terabyte of data is transferred from server to server all over the world – streaming videos, Facebook updates, checking email, and so much more. This is a brave new …read more.

Burke’s Repo Outlet located at 912 S. Huntington St., Syracuse, celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony Oct. 25. Included in the celebration was food and drinks, a live band and door prizes. Owner Darin Burke told The Papers, “It was time to grow.” After eight years at the North Webster location, Burke …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – In a move that will strengthen their alliance by enhancing efficiencies and enabling greater focus on product launches, Boehringer Ingelheim and Eli Lilly and Company (NYSE: LLY) are changing the operational and financial structure of their diabetes alliance in certain countries. Under the revised agreement, 17 countries representing more than 90 percent of …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana’s growing national reputation as a state that works for business has received another boost. Indiana ranks 8 overall in the Tax Foundation’s 2015 State Business Tax Climate Index, up from 10 in 2014, and remains the top state in the Midwest for business tax competitiveness. “Here in Indiana, companies can count on …read more.

SOUTH BEND – WorkOne is collaborating with Specialized Staffing Solutions to hold a hiring event featuring multiple openings from Press Ganey for call-center representatives; the event is set for Oct. 29 in South Bend. WorkOne and Specialized Staffing Solutions hiring event on behalf of Press Ganey. The event at WorkOne in Saint Joseph County, 851 …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Executive Officer, Builders Association Kosciusko Fulton Counties The Indiana Builders Association created the Pride of Leadership contest in order to recognize Local Association Board Presidents and Local Association Executive Officers for their determination and hard work in specific local association areas. Points were awarded for membership retention; new members recruited; attendance at …read more.

Indianapolis – The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) is pleased to announce that it will soon have the largest airport solar farm on the planet, able to supply enough energy to power 3,200 homes. When completed the IND Solar farm will encompass more than 150 acres, with more than 76,000 solar panels, and generate more than …read more.

MUNCIE – The Arc of Indiana’s groundbreaking ceremony for the country’s first training institute and teaching hotel for people with disabilities will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, at the Muncie Horizon Convention Center, 401 South High Street. The project, which will include a training institute, Courtyard by Marriott and Thr3e Wise Men restaurant, …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – An international team of diabetes researchers led by Indiana University scientists has been awarded a $2.4 million research grant to discover and develop biomarkers meant to provide early prediction and diagnosis of type 1 diabetes.Nearly 2 million people in the U.S., most of them children, are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes each year, …read more.

Don Roulo is the CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer) of Life Quest. He is a life, career and business coach as well as a Certified 48 Days Workshop Facilitator. He travels nationally and internationally to conduct business and career training as well as marriage and family workshops. By DON ROULO The reason my individual and business …read more.

WARSAW – Lakeland Financial Corporation (Nasdaq:LKFN), parent company of Lake City Bank, today reported net income of $11.5 million for the third quarter of 2014, an increase of 18 percent versus $9.8 million for the third quarter of 2013. Diluted net income per common share increased 17 percent to $0.69 versus $0.59 for the comparable …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Ranked the seventh largest market for U.S. agricultural products, Taiwan is one of the world’s largest consumers on U.S. agricultural products on a per capita basis. Indiana Corn Marketing Council is hosting a Taiwanese trade delegation today and tomorrow to show them the progress of this year’s corn harvest at two Hoosier farms. …read more.

GARY – Responding to the growing demand for online educators, Indiana University Northwest has announced it will offer a new K-12 Online Teaching Certificate beginning in January 2015. The certificate program, which will be taught fully online, is a 15-credit hour program that will instruct certified K-12 teachers on how to develop and teach online …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS – Lumina Foundation and several lead partners today announced that their online solutions marketplace – MoveED for Goal 2025 – has grown to include nearly 3,000 organizations since being publicly launched in April. Due in part to such rapid expansion, MoveED now features street-level mapping that showcases and connects organizations working to make post-secondary …read more.

BLOOMINGTON – On Oct. 23, Indiana University announced the establishment of the Indiana University Network Science Institute, or IUNI. The $7 million initiative will bring together many of the university’s top minds to explore and embrace the challenge of understanding complex networks that underlie large-scale systems, including the environment, economics, technology and human health. “Today, …read more.

By RENEA SALYER Vice President Member Relations, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Small Business Connection will meet at noon Tuesday, Nov. 4, in the Training Center in the Kosciusko Chamber building located at 523 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. This is a group open to any small business in Kosciusko County. You do not need to be …read more.

By KLARISA KINDIG Vice President Marketing and Communications, We Inspire Support Empower Inc. Join We Inspire Support Empower Inc. for a premier, half-day workshop to learn strategies for managing and maximizing your digital presence and utilizing best practices for advancing your career. The WISE Professional Development Workshop: Improving Your Presence, Impact & Influence will be …read more.

By LARRY CRIPE CTB Advertising Tim Moore has been named a plant superintendent for Brock Grain Systems, according to Greg Guthrie, plant manager for the CTB Inc. business units Milford manufacturing plant. In his new position, Moore will help manage various production, packaging and shipping departments within Brock. His efforts will be focused on ensuring …read more.

Indianapolis – The Circle City will become the center of the tech universe later this month, when Indiana University hosts visionaries as they collaborate on the future of research and education networks. It’s all part of the 2014 Technology Exchange, taking place Oct. 26-30 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. Sponsored by advanced technology consortium …read more.

WARSAW – Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) today reported financial results for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2014. The company reported third quarter net sales of $1.11 billion, an increase of 2.9 percent reported and 3.1 percent constant currency over the third quarter of 2013. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter were …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing and Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce The Kosciusko Chamber “Popped-In” on chamber member The Spectacle Shoppe. The Spectacle Shoppe has been serving Kosciusko County since 1984. They provide eyeglass fittings, custom eyewear, contact lenses services, optical supplies and more. With an in-house lab, The Spectacle Shoppe has same-day eyeglass …read more.