Orchard Ridge apartments announces it is now serving as a drop off location for the Toy for Tots drive. As an added gift, any resident of the apartment complex who makes a donation will receive a small rent concession. “We feel our community and residents are great and it’s such a worthy cause,” says Dena …read more.

By JONI TRUEX KLA Public Information Director DePuy hosted the Kosciusko Leadership Association session on Presentation Skills, led by KLA Moderator Allyn Decker. The recently held Community Conversation was discussed, as several KLA cadets participated in that session. Class members were encouraged to be the change they want to see and reminded major change takes …read more.

Two Elkhart County employers are requesting tax abatements that could lead to the addition of nearly 300 jobs in the area. Recreational vehicle frame manufacturer Fortress Technologies is planning to establish an operation in Middlebury. The company plans to create 266 jobs. Another RV supplier, Vista Manufacturing wants to create more jobs in Elkhart. It …read more.

Kosciusko REMC had a full house Nov. 6, for its annual Weatherization Workshop, where members learned cost-saving energy tips for weatherizing their homes. “Anyone can weatherize their home no matter what their handy-man skill level might be,” said KREMC Energy Advisor Carol Ousley as she started the workshop. The workshop covered over 15 projects anyone …read more.

Auctions America will conclude its 2012 auction season by helping the historic National Military History Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, in Auburn, sell more than 80 vintage military vehicles as well as a diverse assortment of more than 100 pieces of priceless war memorabilia at no reserve. The single-day sale is expected to feature the …read more.

Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and Congressman Lee Hamilton, co-chairs of Indiana’s Bicentennial Commission, have announced the approval of 12 new Bicentennial Nature Trust projects to the ongoing conservation initiative. The Bicentennial Nature Trust is a statewide program aimed at expanding trails, wetlands and recreation sites to help celebrate Indiana’s 200 years of statehood in 2016. …read more.

Light and fluffy, sometimes sweet or salty, popcorn is one of America’s favorite snack foods. In Indiana, that means big business. The Hoosier state is the nation’s second largest popcorn producer, which is why is has been announced that popcorn will be the featured product at the 2013 Indiana State Fair. “People have long known …read more.

Kosciusko Economic Development Corporation recognized seven individuals who were innovators and entrepreneurs in the county and the six company’s which were the result of their innovations and entrepreneurship. The  second annual Induction Ceremony and dinner was held Thursday. Jan and John Rinker and Rinker Boats, Tobias Buck and Paragon Medical, Adele De Berri and Da-Lite …read more.

Altrusa International District Six Governor-Elect Linda Barb was a guest at the Warsaw club business meeting on Nov. 1. Linda will become the district governor in April 2013 and brought greetings from District Six of Altrusa International. District Six includes all Altrusa clubs in Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky. She complimented the Warsaw club on their …read more.

Peoplelink Staffing Solutions, a South Bend based staffing firm, has announced the acquisition of Trade Management Inc. headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. According to W. “Jay” Wilkinson, Peoplelink’s president and CEO, “This acquisition is yet another ‘perfect fit’ for the Peoplelink organization. Trade Management is a strong player in the trades staffing niche and their …read more.

Nine board members, whose terms are ending this December, agreed to serve another two years during the Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce’s regular board meeting held Wednesday. The board also nominated two candidates – Noreen Black, who is with KeyBank, and Chip Erwin, who is with The Sleepy Owl – to fill current chamber president Kathy …read more.

There were fewer reports of Indiana farm-related deaths in 2011 than the previous year, including none involving children for the first time in 13 years, according to a new Purdue University report. The Indiana Farm Fatality Summary reports that 16 people died in farm-related incidents in 2011, down from 23 in 2010. The number of …read more.

Shoe Carnival is coming to Warsaw, bringing a more exciting way to shop. The open floor plan, catchy music and friendly associates, coupled with great brands and value pricing, will provide a unique shopping experience that will thrill the customers. Shoe Carnival will open the Warsaw store on Saturday, Nov. 10. Customers can visit the …read more.

The Car Company Owner Mike DeWitt has donated $1,000 to Fellowship Missions and their upcoming trip to the east coast. Eric Lane, founder and executive director of Fellowship Missions, will be leaving Warsaw around midnight Thursday with a group of at least 15 volunteers and residents of Fellowship Missions shelters. The group will be joining …read more.

The oldest ethanol plant in Indiana has been idled due to the economy. The decision by New Energy Corp. in South Bend has reportedly prompted the lay off of 40 workers. The company is attributing the decision to “challenging economic conditions facing the ethanol industry.” The company has been around for more than 20 years …read more.

An Indiana entrepreneur and television icon has passed away. Mike Fry, known as “Happy the Hobo,” hosted a children’s show on WFFT on Fort Wayne, from 1982 to 1990. Fry also founded Indianapolis-based Fancy Fortune Cookies, which still delivers nationwide. He opened Fancy Fortune Cookies in 1988 and his clients have include FedEx, Oprah Winfrey, …read more.

State general revenues totaled $1,085 million, $24 million (2.3 percent) above target and $4 million (0.4 percent) above collections for the same period last year. Sales tax collections totaled $558 million for the month, $16 million above collections for the same period last year. Individual income tax collections totaled $353 million for the month, $20 …read more.

The Kosciusko County Community Foundation is pleased to welcome Amy Cannon to their team as Program Officer. Amy received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Purdue University. Her most recent work experience was as Interim Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at Purdue University. In her role at the Community Foundation, Amy will assist nonprofits …read more.

This year’s drought has caused central and southern Indiana aquifers to go completely dry which has resulted in the question of how abundant groundwater availability in northern Indiana can help those toward the south. This may become an issue in the state legislature and people need to be aware of it, according to the Warsaw-Kosciusko …read more.

Jayco Inc., a recreational vehicle developer and manufacturer, announced plans today to expand its headquarters here, creating up to 65 new jobs by 2015. Jayco will invest $2.9 million to add a 77,000-square-foot extension to an existing 62,000 square-foot facility in Middlebury. The new addition, slated to be complete in May, will house production for …read more.

Indianapolis travelers now have a new way to reach the Houston, Texas, area thanks to Southwest Airlines’ launch of twice-daily service between the Indianapolis International Airport and Houston Hobby Airport. The flights will mark the first nonstop service between IND and HOU. “Southwest Airlines has been a great partner for the Indianapolis market, and we …read more.

The Ambassador Committee of the Warsaw Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce, through a random drawing, has chosen Shoe Sensation as Chamber Member of the Month for November 2012. Shoe Sensation is located in The Marketplace at Warsaw at 2884 Frontage Rd. The Chamber’s Member of the Month program is another way members can benefit from …read more.

Superstorm Sandy could put a major dent in what had been shaping up as a decent holiday season for retailers, a Purdue University expert says. Residents of the areas hardest hit by Sandy likely will be reluctant to spend much money, whether insurance payments or savings, on holiday gifts, says Richard Feinberg, a professor of …read more.

While the U.S. added more jobs than expected last month, the American economy is simply limping along, says Ball State economist Michael Hicks. “The economy remains flat lined with the unemployment rate bouncing up and down each month, but with job creation lagging population growth,” says Hicks, director of the Center for Business and Economic …read more.

The Indiana chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and several other local nonprofit associations will join forces on  Nov. 15 in honor of Indiana Philanthropy Day. The unprecedented joint conference coincides with National Philanthropy Day and will offer a comprehensive array of topics, speakers and interactive sessions at the Indianapolis Hilton to assist more …read more.

Conexus Indiana and Ivy Tech Community College presented an innovative new advanced manufacturing and logistics curriculum for high school students called ‘Hire Technology’ to the Indiana State Board of Education today. Hire Technology is a two-year elective program designed to give students a head start on careers in those industries, which employ one of every …read more.

On Oct. 27, at the Parkview Huntington Community Gala, Parkview Huntington Hospital and Parkview Health System announced that the hospital will develop a comprehensive center for the treatment of autism, to open in early 2013. The Parkview Huntington Hospital Autism Center will provide therapeutic and rehabilitation services for children age 2 to 18 and support …read more.

Indianapolis was announced as the 2012 Community of the Year on Oct. 31 at a downtown press conference on Georgia Street, a location which highlights the city’s ongoing infrastructure improvements, economic growth and beautification efforts. “I’m honored to accept this award on behalf of the city of Indianapolis and our residents, our community groups and …read more.

Over 3,000 visitors in two days came out to visit the 76 exhibitors recently at the Annual Taste & Trade Expo 2012, which was held at the Orthopaedic Capital Center at Grace College. It was two days packed full of prizes, entertainment, art exhibits, discounts, fun, and free food samples from a record 12 food …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Warsaw Police Department have recently investigated the following incidents: Oct. 30, 8:52 p.m. Officers of the Warsaw Police Department were dispatched to the Warsaw Christian School parking lot in reference to a fight and possible battery. Oct. 29. 1:48 p.m. Michael Nelson, Warsaw, reported harassment at 213 E. Center St. Accidents …read more.

A new online tool is taking a detailed and local approach to helping thousands of Hoosier job seekers and students identify what occupations are in demand in their area. IndianaSkills.com, from Ready Indiana and the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, is a searchable database of real time job statistics for every region of the state. The …read more.

Rural communities are the fabric of the Midwest. The 2012 Indiana Rural Summit brings together innovative speakers, new research and inventive programs to present public leaders with fresh ideas for advancing healthy, wealthy and wise communities, the theme of this year’s summit. This two-day event takes place on Nov. 14-15, at the Sheraton Indianapolis City …read more.

By JOE BOALS In this current economy, many communities face the challenge of finding and building talent. Not just in the workforce, but every facet of the community. That’s why Grace College teamed with Ball State University, Bowen Center and several other Kosciusko County organizations to host “Competing for the Future,” a conversation within the …read more.

Wabash Composites, a business unit of Wabash National Corporation, today introduced the DuraPlate Foldable Mobile Shelter at the Emergency Management and Homeland Security Expo in Orlando, Fla. A multi-purpose insulated solution for everything from mobile offices to temporary living quarters, this patent-pending product is easily transported and can be assembled onsite in about 15 minutes. …read more.

Massachusetts-based Courier Corp., one of America’s leading innovators in book manufacturing, content management and publishing, today announced its plans to provide complete end-to-end digital production capability at its flagship four-color plant in Kendallville, Ind. The heart of the new production line will be a high volume HP T410 Color Inkjet Web Press, Courier’s fourth HP …read more.

Christopher J. Murphy III, Chairman, President, and CEO of 1st Source Corporation and Chairman and CEO of 1st Source Bank announced that the Board of Directors of 1st Source has promoted James R. Seitz to President of 1st Source Bank. Seitz, formerly Executive Vice President, has been responsible for consumer and electronic banking, managing the …read more.

When most people think of employee training, their experiences often fall into two categories. Either training took place in a large, impersonal conference room with a lecturer and an out-of-date video, or another employee taught them on the job, often imperfectly. Ivy Tech Corporate College is helping Hoosier businesses change that experience through a revolutionary …read more.

Grace College will co-host a community conversation, “Competing for the Future,”  from 8 a.m. to noon tomorrow in the Orthopaedic Capital Center, Winona Lake. This session’s topic is “The role of community in building world-class talent.” The series is part of the Community Conversations program, organized and facilitated by Indiana Humanities and the Bowen Center …read more.

Various qualities comprise professional presence, beyond speaking and presentation skills. These combined qualities are part of how others perceive you. Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association Indiana – Warsaw Region announces Executive Coach Patti O’Neal of arCapa, is the featured speaker for Cultivating Your Professional Presence & Networking Event, coming up Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 5:30 p.m. to …read more.

The Department of Geosciences at Indiana University–Purdue University Fort Wayne will dedicate the Argast Family Imaging and Analysis Lab at 1 p.m. Nov. 2,  in the Science Building, Room 263. The dedication ceremony and news conference will recognize a major donation made by James Argast, father of Anne Argast, professor of geology at IPFW. The …read more.

The state’s gubernatorial candidates have used their final debate to reiterate their views on a massive southern Indiana coal gasification project. Republican Mike Pence said he would not move to cancel the state’s 30-year contract with the Rockport facility. Democrat John Gregg said his campaign continues to look into the deal. Governor Mitch Daniels has …read more.

NIPSCO has contributed $175,000 to support entrepreneurial efforts in northern Indiana. The funding will help Elevate Ventures with its mission to develop emerging businesses. Elevate Ventures provides up to one million dollars in funding for entreprenuers. In addition to the initiative’s contribution, they also provide assistance program, and help emerging companies to secure grants and …read more.

Zimmer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE and SIX: ZMH) today reported financial results for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2012. The company reported third quarter net sales of $1,026 million, a decrease of 0.6 percent reported and an increase of 2.5 percent constant currency over the third quarter of 2011. Diluted earnings per share for the quarter …read more.

Non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses in Indiana remained at the lowest rate since 2009, according to the annual Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses report. The rate represents a continuing trend over the past 11 years, moving from 9.5 per 100 workers in 1996, to 4.3 for 2011. Indiana’s four major industries – manufacturing, state …read more.

Congratulations to Margaret Sproles and Nic Spangle who were the grand prize winners at this year’s Taste & Trade Expo. Nic Spangle won an XBox with Kinect from the Warsaw Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce. Margaret Sproles won an iPad2 donated by Kosciusko REMC. To win the grand prize at the Taste & Trade Expo, …read more.

Bicycle Indiana is pleased to announce that four Indiana businesses have been recognized by the League of American Bicyclists as “bicycle-friendly.” Among them is DePuy Orthopaedics in Warsaw. Summit City Bicycles and Fitness of Fort Wayne earned a Silver award as a Bicycle-Friendly Business; Angie’s List and A1 Cyclery, both headquartered in Indianapolis, were designated …read more.

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is proud to welcome Indiana FFA members who will join more than 50,000 attendees from across the country at the 85th FFA National Convention Oct. 24-27 in downtown Indianapolis. Members experiencing this convention will fill educational sessions, attend workshops and make lifelong friends. The highlight is always the final …read more.

Purdue University will host 28 veterans beginning Oct. 25 for the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities. Purdue’s Krannert School of Management is one of eight schools at universities around the country that teach the bootcamp, which is aimed at helping post-9/11 veterans with disabilities start their own businesses. The veterans will be in the …read more.

Catamaran, a leading provider of technology and pharmacy benefit management services, today announced it has been awarded HCIT contracts to provide implementation, adjudication, and certain PBM services to the State of Indiana’s Medicaid program. The contracts are for a total of six years, not including two one-year options, and total approximately $60 million over the …read more.

Housing data released today for September 2012 shows an increase in closed and pending sales in central Indiana, according to a jointly released report of the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of REALTORS and the Indiana Association of REALTORS. The number of closed sales in central Indiana increased by 13.1 percent in the three months ending in …read more.

Production machining firm Impact CNC LLC celebrated the opening of the company’s facility in Gateway Park with an open house today hosted by the Whitley County EDC. The company announced plans earlier this year to create up to 106 new jobs by 2014. Impact CNC LLC is investing nearly $13 million to purchase and equip …read more.

Incumbent Republican Party candidate for U.S. Representative from the 6th Congressional District of Indiana Mike Pence will be in Warsaw on Friday for a rally. Mike Pence’s Big Red Truck Tour Rally comes to the Kosciusko County Courthouse at 2:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 26. It is a free event and all are invited to attend.

A national site selection publication ranks Indiana among the top 10 states in the nation for doing business. Area Development magazine says the state topped the list in rail and highway accessibility, and tied for third in the category of states leading the economic recovery. 2012 Rankings 1. Texas 2. South Carolina 3. Georgia 4. …read more.

For 14 years, Warsaw Community Development Corporation has been the caretaker of a property in the downtown area of Warsaw that provides safe affordable housing. This property, affectionately known as the Comstock House, has provided a needed service for low-income families and was subsidized through a government loan facilitated by Lake City Bank. After the …read more.

Enterprise describes the essential elements of creating a successful, healthy, growing economy. It includes invention of new products and innovation of new processes or markets. But equally important are entrepreneurs having the critical and unique talents to build a strong, growing company. Kosciusko County has a rich abundance of talented inventors, innovators and entrepreneurs which …read more.

AT&T has announced the expansion of its mobile Internet network in several communities in Kosciusko, Marshall, St. Joseph and Elkhart and counties, extending access for advanced mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content to customers in the area. With mobile Internet speeds, AT&T customers can surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very …read more.

Lt. Governor Becky Skillman, joined by Madam Qiao Chuanxim, chairwoman of Zhejiang Provincial Committee of the People’s Political Consultative Conference, today commemorated the 25th anniversary of Indiana’s sister state relationship with Zhejiang Province, China. Today’s event held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway reciprocates a celebration held this past June in Hangzhou, China. Gov. Robert Orr …read more.

The North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday for Sunrise Deli, 225 N. Main St., North Webster, which is owned by Tony and Tina Miller. Sunrise Deli serves up fresh eats daily from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., including a popular Reuben sandwich. At the ribbon cutting, pictured at left, …read more.

  Iconacy Orthopedic Implants LLC, 4130 Corridor Dr., Warsaw, held a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning becoming Warsaw’s newest family of orthopedic developers. Iconacy President and CEO Tom Allen said $2.63 million was invested in the company, which produces and markets a total hip replacement system and holds an estimated 36 patents, in renovations and equipment …read more.

The results have been tallied! Hoosiers have selected the top 10 pies and fall foliage locations in Indiana. More than 100 pies and fall foliage locations were nominated by members of Indiana’s tourism industry as part of the launch of VisitIndianaFall.com. “As the leaves change color and the summer temps disappear, there’s a special nostalgia …read more.

StaceyPageOnline.com is breaking all kinds of records, so now is the time for our 52,000 unique viewers to take advantage of our highly affordable and highly visible classified ads. Our Classifieds section has been up and running since July and we promise you will not find a more affordable news medium to reach so many people and spend …read more.

The Great American Beer Festival awarded 234 medals to the best commercial brews and breweries in the country. The honors were handed out on Oct. 13 in Denver, Colo. Among the winners is the Mad Anthony Brewing Company, which has locations in Fort Wayne, Auburn and Warsaw. In total, Indiana breweries claimed seven medals at …read more.

With classes, labs and service opportunities in full swing at Manchester University’s College of Pharmacy, it’s time to dedicate the new north Fort Wayne campus. The $20 million, 82,000-square-foot structure at Dupont and Diebold roads just east of Interstate 69 is designed especially for pharmacy study. “Our new facility is far exceeding our expectations. It …read more.

Warsaw Police Department served as host for the fourth session of the Kosciusko Leadership Academy this year. This session covered city, county and state government. Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer enlightened the cadets about the city of Warsaw – population 13,559 – considered a Class 3 city. The population has almost doubled in 40 years. The city’s …read more.

Frontier Airlines today expands its service from Denver, Colo. with the launch of nonstop service to South Bend. The new nonstop flights also provide great access with an easy connection to 15 additional destinations throughout the west including San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle. “Community demand for the addition of our South Bend service has …read more.

Kosciusko County residents are invited to attend a Community Conversation on Oct. 30 at Grace College called “Competing for the future: The role of community in building world-class talent.” The event will feature guest speakers and breakout sessions for attendees to discuss ways to maximize Kosciusko County’s strengths and position it for the future. The …read more.

Indiana’s Commission for Higher Education and Department of Education today announced three regional partnerships between area colleges and school districts in an effort to ensure Hoosier high school graduates are prepared to succeed in college. These partnerships are part of Indiana’s coordinated efforts to promote greater clarity and alignment between the state’s K-12 and higher …read more.

While driving to work today I noticed that it was 27 degrees outside. Seems pretty cold for Oct. 8. Summer has flown by and hard to believe we are approaching winter. I was hoping to be able to hold off a little longer on sending this note out, however, with the Indiana weather … it’s …read more.

The travel and tourism industry contributed nearly $401.6 million to Elkhart County’s economy in 2011 compared to $367.6 million in 2009 according to a recent study by Certec, Inc. Direct expenditures by visitors accounted for $273.1 million of this total, up from $250 million in spending in 2009. “This growth in visitor spending is significant …read more.

Kosciusko REMC recently donated four used computers to the Jack & Jill Preschool in Mentone. Students at the preschool use computers daily to aid in learning the alphabet, numbers, hand-eye coordination and basic computer skills they will use throughout their education. “Our old computers would take upwards of 20 minutes just to turn on and …read more.

By Joe Kelsay Indiana Agriculture Director This year’s historical drought has provided a prime opportunity for a special focus on a most precious resource, our soil. Though we tend to think first of the extreme weather’s effect on our 2012 crop yields, its impact on feed supplies and the health of our fields could easily …read more.

Laughlin’s Family Auto recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony in Warsaw and they want the public to know they are not just another car dealership. Located at 2300 E. Center St., Laughlin’s Family Auto has a goal to take 10 percent of its profits to use for charity outreaches and local support. For more information, …read more.

Governor Mitch Daniels joined executives from Living Essentials, the producer of 5-hour ENERGY, today to announce the company’s plans to expand its operations for the fourth time here, creating up to 200 new jobs by 2013. The company, which produces, packages and distributes 5-hour ENERGY, will invest more than $25.5 million to construct and equip …read more.

St. Jude Medical (NYSE:STJ) CEO Dan Starks said his company estimates it will pay about $60 million as a result of the medical device tax in 2013, and described it as a tax that will have an unintended negative impact on the medical device industry. The report was made by Med City News earlier this summer. …read more.

The Hoosier Environmental Council is hosting a lieutenant governor candidate conversation on the environment at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11, at the Indiana History Center, 450 W. Ohio St., Indianapolis. Hoosier Environmental Council executive director Jesse Kharbanda says the November 2012 governor’s race will have far-reaching consequences for Indiana’s environmental future. The candidates for governor …read more.

The Indiana High Speed Rail Association will discuss three proposed Indiana high speed rail corridors on at its 13th annual Golden Spike Seminar on Oct. 6. The day long event will be held at the offices of American Structurepoint Inc. in Indianapolis. The seminar is titled: “Why Indiana is so important to the Midwest Regional …read more.

Gov. Mitch Daniels today announced how $360 million will be split among five employee pension funds, their share of the proceeds from the first automatic taxpayer refund, the governor’s plan to return taxpayer dollars to Hoosiers when the state’s reserves exceed a certain threshold. “Many pension funds in other states are headed for massive defaults, …read more.

Midwest Rake Company LLC, located in Warsaw, has purchased Seymour Manufacturing Co. Inc., headquartered in Seymour, Ind. The effective date of the acquisition was Sept. 28. Both companies are tool manufacturers, serving multiple markets both domestically and internationally, with an exceptional range of products. Both companies will continue to operate independently with existing management in …read more.

Identity theft is a growing problem in our country, but there is a local company stepping forward to help us all learn how to protect our identity and our finances. Center Street Partners in Warsaw will be putting on a webinar for those interested in protecting their identities. “Fighting Back on Identity Theft” will be …read more.

Discriminatory travel taxes and fees enacted on travel-related services impose an average increased cost on visitors of 57 percent over general sales tax, according to new research released by the GBTA Foundation, the education and research arm of the Global Business Travel Association. Findings from the 2012 annual study of car rental, hotel and meal …read more.

Ivy Tech Community College has selected Cory C. Clasemann as the college’s Assistant Vice President of Institutional Research. Clasemann started his position on Monday, according to Inside INdiana Business. Clasemann will lead the college’s institutional research division which facilitates evidence-based decision making through collaborative work and proactively analyzing and interpreting data, information and processes for …read more.

Carmike Cinemas Inc., a leading entertainment, digital cinema and 3-D motion picture exhibitor with establishments in Elkhart and Fort Wayne, announced the signing of a definitive agreement to purchase 16 entertainment complexes with an aggregate of 251 screens based in seven states and 13 individual markets from Rave Reviews Cinemas LLC, a portfolio company of …read more.

The William P. Gordon Institute for Enterprise Development through the School of Business at Grace College and the United Way of Kosciusko County will partner again this year to host an IRS endorsed Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program in Kosciusko County during the months of  February and March 2013. VITA offers free tax assistance to …read more.

The Indiana High Speed Rail Association will discuss three proposed Indiana high speed rail corridors on at its 13th annual Golden Spike Seminar on Saturday, Oct. 6. The day long event will be held at the offices of American Structurepoint Inc., 7260 Shadeland Station. The seminar is titled “Why Indiana is so important to the …read more.

A study from the Indiana Business Research Center suggests education and health care majors fared the best for employment through the recession. IBRC Economic Analysis Director Tim Slaper co-authored the study. Slaper said health care graduates with a certificate, bachelor’s or master’s degree were “pretty much equally resilient” when it came to employment during the …read more.

A prominent cancer researcher at the Indiana University School of Medicine is leaving. Dr. George Sledge will become director of the Division of Oncology in the Department of Medicine at Stanford University in January. Sledge is an internationally-recognized breast cancer researcher who has been leading a 30-member team at the school. The university says Sledge …read more.

The American Heart Association awarded more than $1.7 million to researchers at universities in Indiana in 2012 to fund new studies in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Combined with existing grants, the American Heart Association is investing more than $4.4 million in research in Indiana. Sixteen new studies were funded in Indiana this …read more.

The Ambassador Committee of the Warsaw/Kosciusko County Chamber of Commerce, through a random drawing, has chosen Ramsey & Wiggins as Chamber Member of the Month for October, 2012. Ramsey & Wiggins is located at 1043 E. Winona Ave., in Warsaw. They are certified public accountants. The Chamber’s Member of the Month program is another way …read more.

Parkview Noble Hospital has entered into an agreement to purchase the former David Funeral Home at the corner of Drake Road and SR 3 in Kendallville. Parkview Noble Hospital COO Dave Hunter explained that the purchase of the property is still subject to due diligence that is required for such purchases prior to closing, which is …read more.

A popular ABC show called Shark Tank, which affords budding entrepreneurs the opportunity to go before a panel of successful entrepreneurs and business executives to seek investments for their business or product, recently included a very local connection. A national audience on Sept. 21 watched how Indiana University Kelley School of Business alumnus Derek Pacqué handled …read more.

Continuing the Whitley County Economic Development Corporation’s 20th anniversary celebrations, the EDC recently recognized five industries for their contributions to Whitley County’s economic development efforts at an event held at Joseph Decuis Farm in Whitley County. “Over the course of the year, we have celebrated the longstanding commitment of this community to our local economic …read more.

Local artist Roxanne Coffelt continues to receive recognition and awards for her unique jewelry creations. She has won awards from the Lakeland Art Association and the Kosciusko County Fair for her work, and recently won the “Great Finds” award from On Fire For Handmade website, competing with other artists worldwide. Roxanne lived for a time …read more.

The Indiana Department of Labor today released its preliminary annual Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries report for 2011. The state reported 122 fatal occupational injuries in 2011. While this number is one of the lowest recorded since the report’s inception in 1991, it is up from the state’s preliminary number of 115 for 2010, and …read more.

Thanks to a national competition to find the “Prettiest Painted Places in America,” people across the country are discovering what Indiana residents have long known: The Hoosier State has some of the most beautiful towns and neighborhoods to be found anywhere. Sponsored by the Paint Quality Institute, whose mission is to educate the public about …read more.

Every five years the U.S. Census Bureau will send out more than 4 million Economic Census Forms to businesses of every kind, from manufacturing to real estate to hotels and restaurants. This fall the forms will be coming from October to December to a business near you. The information gathered isn’t just for the government …read more.

Iconacy Orthopedic Implants LLC, an orthopedic developer and manufacturer, is expanding operations in Warsaw and creating up to 50 new jobs by 2015. The company will hold a ribbon cutting and open house on Wednesday, Oct. 17, at its new location, 4130 Corridor Dr. Time and additional details have not yet been released. Iconacy, which …read more.

The Lutheran Health SportsCenter will host the Fort Wayne Pre-Season Blast on Sept. 22 and Sept. 23. The event is presented by Canlan Classic Tournaments. This is the second year of the growing youth hockey tournament, which will host teams from across the United States , as well as a top-tier youth squad from London, …read more.

Individuals and married couples are limited to one homestead standard deduction. As the receipt of this deduction becomes more beneficial, there is more incentive than ever for homestead fraud. Homestead fraud causes higher tax bills for all; therefore, HEA 1344-2009 requires taxpayers who receive the homestead standard deduction to verify that they are eligible to …read more.

Hoosier employers continued to augment their workforces for the 10th consecutive month and as a result, Indiana gained 7,200 private sector jobs. The rate of job growth in Indiana for August tripled the national average (0.3 percent versus 0.1 percent). Since July 2009, the low point of employment, Indiana has added more than 150,000 private …read more.

CTS Corporation today announced that its Automotive Products group has been awarded a new production program to supply a parking position sensor for a global economy car for a major Japanese vehicle manufacturer and existing customer. Total expected revenues from this new sensor award are approximately $9 million over the five-year life of the program. …read more.