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Justice Dept. Subpoenas Local Implant Makers

Biomet today announced it received a federal jury subpoena issued by the U.S.Department of Justice regarding possible violations of antitrust laws. Biomet's announcement comes days after Zimmer's notification of receiving a similar subpoena.Both subpoenas request documentation from January 2001 through the present related to the sale of orthopedic implant devices. Greg Sasso, Biomet's vice president, corporate development and communications, said the company did not know why the subpoena had been issued but planned on fully cooperating with the Department of Justice. Sasso said any possibility that this subpoena could be linked to a similar 2005 investigation was "pure speculation." In April 2005, Biomet, along with other orthopedic companies, including Zimmer and DePuy, received a subpoena relating to consulting and service agreements with orthopedic surgeons considering using company products.
Joe Kirkendall, Times-Union staff writer- | July 28, 2016

Morning House Fire At Silver Lake Under Investigation

SILVER LAKE - A Silver Lake home was destroyed by fire about 8 a.m.today. The home, occupied by Erman Owens, was located on CR 100W, southeast of Silver Lake.According to Silver Lake Fire Chief Morris Jones, the house was a total loss. A railroad conductor driving past the home on his way to work spotted smoke coming from the house and called the fire department. Flames were coming through the roof of the structure when firefighters arrived. The fire crews could not stop the fire from consuming the house once flames got between the two layers of the roof, officials said, but the fire was contained to the house.Nine horses in a barn and two rabbits and a pig in a shed were unharmed. It took the firemen about an hour to get the blaze under control. The fire crews were not able to begin the search for the cause of the fire by press time.They plan on cleaning up the scene and beginning an investigation this afternoon.
TIFFANY SHAW, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

ICLU Addresses Overcrowding At Local Jail

Sheriff Al Rovenstine received a letter from the Indiana Civil Liberties Union regarding the overcrowding of the county jail. "It appears from a review of the state jail inspector report that the Kosciusko County Jail is overcrowded 100 percent of the time," wrote Kenneth J.Falk, attorney for the Indiana Civil Liberties Union."I am wondering if there are any plans to build a new jail or to take other steps to keep the population down...." The letter was presented Tuesday night to the Kosciusko County Commissioners. Kosciusko County personnel director Ron Robinson said, "We knew sooner or later it would grace our doorsteps." The Kosciusko County Commissioners told Mike Miner, county attorney, to write a response to the letter but Miner was unavailable for comment at press time. In other business, the commissioners have switched health insurance companies and were faced with a controversial question during Tuesday's monthly meeting.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw BZA To Hear Plans For New Shell Store On Center Street

Several items are on the Warsaw Board of Zoning appeals agenda.They will be heard this evening at 7 p.m.in city hall. John Finken requests a variance from developmental standards, a 12-foot, 5-inch front yard setback for a single family, manufactured home at 214 N.Tamarack.The zoning ordinance requires a 25-foot front yard setback. The board also will consider: • A request by Paul Campbell of the First Baptist Church for a second institutional sign 40 square feet in size at 2819 Patterson Road.The zoning ordinance allows for one sign per zoned lot not to exceed 32 square feet in sign. A variance was granted in July 2004 for a 37-foot, 5-inch sign that was never erected. • A request by Jay Petroleum for the expansion of a nonconforming use (gasoline sales) at 330 E.Center St., where a Shell gas station currently exists.Plans are to demolish the current building and build a convenience store with gasoline sales.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

HOW Receives $400,000 Grant

The senior housing complex planned by Housing Opportunities of Warsaw is halfway funded with a $400,000 HOME grant from the Indiana Housing Finance Authority. "The funds are what we asked for," said HOW executive director Pam Kennedy."We've asked for the same amount from another source." If that grant is awarded, construction on 10 affordable senior housing units could begin in November. Indiana Lt.Gov.Katherine Davis announced Thursday that more than $8.8 million in awards will benefit Hoosiers across the state.She is IHFA's board of directors chairman.Awards totaling $8,815,033 were approved for 44 organizations.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Paragon Acquires Texas Company

PIERCETON - An acquisition by a Pierceton company is expected to bring more than a dozen jobs to the community. Paragon Medical Inc.announced Monday its agreement to purchase the Sterion Sterilization Container Division and intellectual property from Johnson & Johnson Medical Inc. The asset purchase agreement was signed July 22 and operation control will take effect in October. "It's really big news for us," said Tobias Buck, president and CEO of Paragon."It's also a good step for the community and will bring 12 to 20 new jobs locally." Sterion is based in Jacksonville, Texas, where Paragon plans to continue manufacturing.Sales, marketing and related infrastructure for the Jacksonville and Pendleton operations will be centralized at the Pierceton facility.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Optimists Sponsor Speech Contest For Kids

Warsaw Optimists plan to host a March 3 Kids Speak Out program, where contestants have a chance to win one of three iPods mp3 players based on the strength of their speeches. The event is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.inside of Zimmer's headquarters, Warsaw.Participants 16 years old and younger will have four to five minutes to present a lecture on the assigned topic: "My future is bright because ..." Any youth meeting the age requirement is eligible for the contest, with no restrictions on educational background.Applications are available at Instant Copy, the Times-Union and www.jeffowens.net/contest, and are due March 2. Three non-optimist members will judge the contest and award points for proficient content, delivery, poise and effectiveness.
Joe Kirkendall, Times-Union staff writer- | July 28, 2016

Syracuse Repairs Water Main Break

SYRACUSE - A broken water main in Syracuse, which was responsible for losing 250,000 gallons of water a day, has been repaired, Syracuse Town Council was told Tuesday. The water main was located on Dolan and Main Street beneath 5 feet of concrete. The Syracuse Public Works received a permit application to beautify the corner of North Huntington Street and Ind.13. The corner belongs to the state of Indiana, but the permit will allow Syracuse the right to clean it up.The Garden Club is planning to plant shrubbery and other vegetation. Syracuse Fire Department was approved to purchase a new fire truck.The cost will be less than $24,000. A hole was found in the tank of one of the pumper trucks and it must be replaced at a cost of $8,000. While the truck is waiting for the part to come in, it will have its tires replaced at a cost of $1,374.64.The pumper truck is 18 years old.
DOUGLAS SANBURN, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Candidates, Judge Seek Tape Of Prosecutor Forum

Two prosecutor candidates and a county judge requested copies of the tape of the prosecutor's forum Tuesday night. A Syracuse radio station taped the two-hour forum, and is reportedly making copies for the three men. Daniel Hampton said he asked for a copy of the tape and is having it transcribed. "We hope to print portions of it so voters can stand informed," Hampton said.He said if it can be transcribed before the election, he plans to print parts of the speeches in advertisements. "We want to present the facts of what happened [at the forum]," Hampton said. Kosciusko Superior Court 3 Judge Joe Sutton also requested a segment of the tape. Sutton attended the forum and said he asked for a segment of the tape when incumbent prosecutor David Kolbe spoke. "I want to review David Kolbe's allegation of wrongdoing by a judge," Sutton said.
TIFFANY SHAW, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Pierceton Gets $400,000 Grant For Senior Citizen Center

INDIANAPOLIS - Lt.Gov.Joe Kernan announced the awarding of a $400,000 grant from the Community Focus Fund.These grants are awarded twice annually by the Community Development Division of the Indiana Department of Commerce. Accepting the grant Wednesday were town council president Jerry Kreger and town council member Ron Hall.Bob Murphy, R.P.Murphy and Associates, the grant writer was also in attendance. The town will use the grant to construct a senior citizens center.The center will be located on a "brownfield" site the town has acquired and cleaned.Located in the downtown business district, the site will undergo a major renovation, including the demolition of an existing building, removal of underground tanks and environmental remediation.The center will provide a nutrition site as well as recreational, educational and social service opportunities. The grant award is the result of years of planning by the town to provide a site for senior citizens.
TERESA CARRANO, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Manchester Looks At Housing Needs

NORTH MANCHESTER -ÊNorth Manchester Town Council approved plans to conduct a feasibility study to determine the community's housing needs at Wednesday's board meeting. The study will be the first step in applying for housing development grants offered by the Indiana Housing Finance Authority. To be applicable for IHFA grants, towns must first create a document that proves the exact housing conditions and needs in all income groups throughout the community. A consultant must be hired to research and create such a document. The town will apply for a grant to help cover the cost of that study and soon will advertise for experts qualified to do the study. According to Shannon Mcleod, a grant writer with Priority Project Resources, who has worked with the town on other projects, the final document should provide information that will make the town eligible for state development grants and may help to solicit developers.
KRISTA PRIMROSE, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

City Looks At Options For More Office Space

Plans to acquire more space for Warsaw city offices are proceeding, according to Mayor Ernest Wiggins. While leaving the city's options open, Wiggins is looking closely at part of the old Zimmer building at 727 N.Detroit St.A portion of the building, owned by Tony Miller of Instrumedical Technologies Inc., already houses Instrumedical.The property is owned by Miller personally and not by his company. "We're just looking at this point, and this building is just one of the possibilities," Wiggins said."All we've done at this point is a walk-through with Tony Miller." He added that the city will contract an engineering firm to investigate the scope of renovations necessary to make the building suitable as a new city building if the city decides to use it.City department heads also have toured the building to determine if it would meet the needs of their departments, Wiggins said, and those needs will be incorporated into the engineer's estimate.
DAVID A. BEALL, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Brumfield Seeks Recorder's Job

The prosecutor and sheriff races aren't the only contested elections this spring. The race for Kosciusko County recorder will feature three candidates, including LaShawn Brumfield, the only candidate who currently works in the office. Brumfield, along with Denise Lance and Doug Mayer, are seeking to replace Alice Anglin, who has served the maximum two terms and is prevented by law from running again. Brumfield, 26, has worked in the office for two years and said she believes she is qualified and ready to run the office, which oversees the recording of deeds with the county.The office works closely with local abstract companies in an effort to keep tax records current. Brumfield said she has no immediate plans for major changes if elected, but would work hard toward training office workers with new computer programs. She said she would consider suggestions from the public on ways to improve the office. "I'm open-minded," she said.
Dan Spalding, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

MLK Gospel Tribute Set Jan. 20

A two-hour gospel music tribute to Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.is planned for Jan.20, beginning at 6 p.m. The Y-Zone Gospel Choir from Indianapolis will perform at the Rodeheaver Auditorium, Winona Lake.The Committee to Commemorate Dr.Martin Luther King Jr.Inc.will sponsor this 14th anual forum, titled "Building Bridges to Our Future," to commemorate the birth date and accomplishments of King.Admission to the musical tribute is free, but a free-will offering will be welcomed. The Y-Zone Gospel Choir is part of an ongoing Friday night teen choir program at the Fall Creek Branch YMCA.The choir formed in 1999 and includes approximately 75 high school students from various neighborhoods in Indianapolis.Fifty-eight youths will perform Jan.20 at Rodeheaver.
Laurie Hahn, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Winona To Study Controversial Rental Proposal

WINONA LAKE - Further research into rental housing regulations in other communities is necessary before Winona Lake sets its policy, the town council decided Tuesday. In what has become a controversial issue, council president Brent Wilcoxson recommended a one-time registration fee for rental property and a larger penalty for landlords who don't comply. Wilcoxson said he plans to meet with Warsaw's building commissioner, Gene Oliver, to discuss Warsaw's policy.He told the council he wants a draft ordinance ready for public comment by March or April. The council also asked the town's clerk-treasurer, Retha Hicks, to research other towns' policies on bereavement pay for town employees.The request was the result of a discrepancy between the council's approval of bereavement pay for two street department employees.
Laurie Hahn, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Triton Names Top Students

BOURBON - Triton High School named Daniel Stichter 2005 valedictorian, Wednesday, and honored Anna Smith as salutatorian. Daniel, son of Steve and Cindy Stichter, Etna Green, achieved the status of top Triton student in the fields of mathematics, science, social studies and choir departments while maintaining the All-A Honor Roll each grading period of the school year. He is treasurer for both his senior class and the Triton chapter of National Honor Society and served as an officer for the Future Business Students of America, student council and the Fellowship of Christian Students.Stichter played in both varsity football and baseball for Triton, and graduated from the Kosciusko County Youth Leadership Academy. The Kosciusko County Foundation elected Stichter for a Lilly Scholarship along with his selection as a Hoosier Scholar Award Winner.He was awarded the honor of one of 40 Indianapolis Star Academic All-Stars in the state.
Staff Report- | July 28, 2016

Lamb Is 1999 Fair Queen

Heather Lamb was chosen 1999 Miss Kosciusko County Fair Queen Friday at the pageant held in the Shrine Building on the Kosciusko County Fairgrounds. Lamb, 20, is the daughter of Bruce and Beth Lamb, Milford.The 1997 Wawasee High School graduate will participate in this year's fair activities and represent Kosciusko County at the state pageant in August. She is a 10-year 4-H member and has received numerous 4-H county, state and national achievement awards."This is what I've always wanted," Lamb said of her crowning. She will receive a $1,000 scholarship, an engraved cut-glass pitcher from Warsaw Cut Glass and a portrait from Cox Studio. She is a junior at Purdue University, where she is studying pharmacy. First runner-up was Devan Marsh, 18, daughter of Patti Miner, Etna Green.She is a 1999 graduate of Triton High School and plans to attend Manchester College to study elementary education.
TERESA CARRANO, Times-Union Lifestyles Editor- | July 28, 2016

Cemetery Tour Planned As Part Of 150th Anniversary Celebration

The gravesites of 14 individuals will be visited during the Warsaw Sesquicentennial Celebration's Cemetery Tour June 12. The historical figures, 12 men and two women, will be portrayed by county residents. Oakwood Cemetery Board of Regents President Louis Dobbins said tour committee members discussed the route through the grounds and parking earlier this week. Sexton David Shaw said cemetery employees should be available to help direct people to parking areas and to the start of the tours. Shaw reported that the American Legion is considering a 76- to 78-lot area for expansion south and east of the "cremation garden."The ground will be offered at half the price city residents pay in accordance with prior contracts.The Legion is responsible for all concrete foundations, monuments and upkeep.The new area will require fill dirt too, which the organization also will provide.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

City Begins Demolition Proceedings

Demolition proceedings are the next step to be levied against property at 110 E.Center St. Boarded up and gutted, the building is owned by David and Susan Wentzel. Neither party appeared before Lawrence Clifford, code enforcement hearing officer, Monday. In council chambers, Clifford learned no progress has been made on orders imposed in February such as applying for a building permit and submitting architectural plans. Warsaw building inspector Todd Slabaugh said the roughest information was submitted for a building permit Monday morning.To the commissioner's knowledge, no items have been completed on the job list Wentzel originated. The last time Slabaugh was in the building was Dec.10, 2001. Terry Klondaris said he owns the building to the east.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016

Warsaw Parks Board Awards Contract For Concessions

James S.Thompson, owner of Kelainey's Ice Cream Shop, East Center Street, Warsaw, was selected as operator of concessions by the Warsaw Parks and Recreation board Tuesday. Thompson and his wife Patti plan to invest more than $7,000 in equipment and inventory and will offer a variety of snacks, hot dogs and ice cream products. Concessions operators are charged $600 for the season, plus utilities, for stands at Central Park and Pike Lake. The board also approved a contract with the Warsaw Community Tennis Association for tennis instruction and recreation programming. The city pays the association $25 per registered participant, up to a maximum of $5,000. The Warsaw Community Schools provides 10 tennis courts at the high school for free. Park Director Jon Garber said the association is made up of parks personnel, Racquet Club members, Grace College associates and school coaches and former players.
TERESA SMITH, Times-Union Staff Writer- | July 28, 2016
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