WARSAW — The presence of “Scabby” the inflatable rat near the Washington STEM Academy construction site has caused a local stir. Ed Maher of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150, who own “Scabby,” addressed statements Warsaw Community Schools Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert made earlier today expressing concerns over the safety of the protest and whether the …read more.

WARSAW — “Scabby” the inflatable rat is going to school, but not to learn the three Rs. The now-familiar mascot of the Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 has been spotted outside the Washington STEM academy construction site in protest of G&G Hauling and Excavating Inc.’s use of MacAllister Machinery Company Inc. as a contractor. …read more.

MacAllister Machinery Company (Photo provided) WARSAW — Earlier this week, a sign appeared outside MacAllister Machinery Company Inc.’s Warsaw location declaring the federal government has pressed charges against the company for “unfair labor practices.” This statement, MacAllister Legal Counsel John Deckard said, is not entirely accurate. “When they say the federal government is prosecuting MacAllister, that’s …read more.

WARSAW — After a brief confiscation, “Cheesy” the stuffed rat is home with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 and is back outside McAllister Equipment. This time, the group has a sign reading, “Federal government prosecuting MacAllister Machinery Inc. for unfair labor practices.” According to Ed Maher of the IUOE Local 150, the union …read more.

WARSAW — “Scabby” the inflatable Rat returned to Warsaw this morning, Wednesday, June 8, but this time, INDOT has asked him to leave. The International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150 continues its protest of MacAllister Equipment for the company’s decision not to unionize. They have also been protesting other local businesses for contracting with MacAllister. Earlier today, …read more.