John E. Hammersley
John E. Hammersley, 86, of Ocala, Fla., and formerly of Warsaw, passed away Dec. 30, 2013, at Legacy Hospice House, Ocala, Fla.
Getting Real About Debt
One of my readers made an astute observation after reading last week’s column about government debt and the deficit.
'Tis The Season
Charities in the Warsaw area are reporting requests up and donations down this year as they head into the holidays, their most demanding season. "This summer the financial and food contributions hit rock bottom," said Marty Courtney, director of Combined Community Services. Because of recent community efforts to collect canned goods, she said, the CCS pantry is full but financial donations are still down. One of the hardest hit is The Salvation Army, which is reassessing its collection efforts in an attempt to adjust to changing needs and trends. Ken Locke, community ministries director for The Salvation Army, said the organization is becoming more creative in accepting donations. "We're re-evaluating how we do things," he said."We're more willing to take perishable items now, or to encourage in-kind gifts." "We also get a lot of requests for medications - a lot of people are not on medical benefits and they have a problem with prescriptions," he said.
Medtronic Sues Biomet Over Patent
MEMPHIS, Tenn.- Medtronic Inc.announced Wednesday that its spinal business, Medtronic Sofamor Danek Inc., has filed suit against Biomet Inc.and its subsidiary EBI Spine L.P., for patent infringement. The suit, which involves seven Medtronic patents and seeks injunctive relief and monetary damages, was filed in the U.S.District Court for the District of New Jersey. Three of the patents were purchased by Medtronic in 2005 from Gary K.Michelson, M.D., and involve single-lock anterior cervical plating systems used in cervical spinal fusions.Medtronic claims that a cervical plate marketed by Biomet under the trade name VueLock¨ Anterior Cervical Plate System and openly promoted as a plate that has a "Secure One-Step Locking" mechanism feature, infringes these Michelson patents, now owned by Medtronic.In previous litigation, Biomet and its subsidiary Cross Medical were found to infringe two different Medtronic cervical plate patents.
Grace Kickers Advance To National Semifinals
KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Grace College’s men’s soccer team moved one step closer in its pursuit of a national championship on Wednesday.
Abbott, Snow: Local Schools Receive State Funding Boost For Safety Upgrades
STATEHOUSE – Kosciusko County recently received more than $287,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by state Reps. David Abbott (R-Rome City) and Craig Snow (R-Warsaw).
JA Bowl-A-Thon Raises $14,000
The board members of Junior Achievement serving Warsaw and Tippecanoe Valley reported the annual fall Bowl-A-Thon held Nov. 5 was a tremendous success, securing more than $14,000 for the JA programs in Warsaw and Tippecanoe Valley schools.
Syracuse Moves Toward Industrial Park Development
SYRACUSE - Syracuse Town Council moved another step toward the town's goal of developing an industrial park.
Don’t Overspend By Planning Out Your Holiday Budget
Don’t Overspend By Planning Out Your Holiday Budget
SCHIPS
Editor, Times-Union:Usually, I agree with you, Gary, but on this SCHIPS thing, I'm going to have to disagree.
Tips for a Safe Halloween
The Indiana Department of Homeland Security and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department are reminding Hoosiers of a few tips to help ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween.
WCS Hears Construction Update
With about six months left before the Warsaw Community High School renovation is completed, representatives of the architectural firm told the school board Monday they want to improve relations with the school corporation. Schmidt Associates already met with WCHS administrators and ironed out concerns and problems with the project to date.Thomas G.Neff, representing the company, presented information on the change orders for the project to date and the list of concerns about the project. "We believe we have a fantastic project," said Neff, which includes the Performing Arts Center, improved heating, ventilation and cooling and an expansion of the athletic complex. A process for change orders is in place."It goes through a series of steps," said Neff, ending with approval by the school board.
Whitko Hears Financial Status Of Improvement Projects
PIERCETON - Whitko School Board heard a report Monday on the financial status of the $16 million Whitko High School improvement project.
Grace Announces Full-Tuition President’s Scholarship Recipient
WINONA LAKE — Grace College announce Justin Oilar, of Lafayette, as the 2024 full-tuition President’s Scholarship recipient.
WCS OKs First Part Of $100M Building Plan
Increased taxes are not something the Warsaw School Board members said they wanted Monday night.
