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Member Press Releases
Flag City 4th of July Parade
Monday, July 4, 2011
- Parade starts at 1:00 pm on Main Street from Marathon to Hancock Co. War Memorial.
- Float Judging starts at noon for floats: First prize is $100, second prize is $50, third prize is $25.
- There is no charge for floats in the parade. All floats are highly encouraged to display the American Flag.
- Military personnel, veterans, police officers, firefighters, EMS personnel are invited to lead the parade. They volunteer to serve our country and communities.
- Children are invited to decorate their bicycles and will be in the parade.
- Click here for a flyer, and here for registration!
"THE CONTOURS" the Theme is: "Time of Your Life" Motowns famous musical premier group - The Contours featuring Sylvester Potts
"THE CONTOURS" October 29, 2011 at 7:30pm
Winebrenner Theological Seminary located at 950 North Main Street, Findlay.
Join us for a swinging time with a concert by Motown's very own, "THE CONTOURS" singers and their band!! They are super famous for their song "Do You Love Me?" in the hit movie Dirty Dancing. They have a repertoire of music that will keep you entertained the entire evening!
The extravaganza will be held at Winebrenner Theological Seminary located at 950 North Main Street. The concert will begin at 7:30pm.
All inquires and for ticket reservations should be made by calling the Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center at (419) 423-4945 or at our business cell number at (419) 957-0590.
Cost is $32.50 and $29.50 for students with ID card and seniors. Payment is required for each attendee. For more information regarding sponsorship or other questions call the Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center at (419) 423-4954 or the business cell number at (419) 957-0590.
Happy Anniversary LaRiche Chevrolet Cadillac!!!!
In honor of our 26th Anniversary month, we are offering Supplier Pricing to the general public on all new vehicles purchased in June. We are also giving back. For each vehicle sold this month a portion of the proceeds are being donated to Breast Cancer Research. This week, June 16th, 17th and 18th we will have the "Trucking for a Cure" rig on hand to celebrate. Thursday the Big Kahuna from WBUK will be here with a Live Remote and I will be grilling the dogs from 5-7:30. Everyone is invited, bring the family to check out the semi! If you have any family or friends that have fought breast cancer we would love to have them here to honor them, or their memory.
So come out and help us celebrate our anniversary and promote early detection! We'll see you there!
LOCAL RED CROSS ASSISTANCE CONTIUNES IN JOPLIN Executive Director Returns to Findlay
Hancock County Red Cross Disaster Services volunteer Darlene Baney has been deployed to Joplin, MO, as part of the Red Cross disaster relief operation in the city following the devastating tornado that struck on May 22. Baney, a retired nurse, will be managing the Red Cross Integrated Care Teams, helping the families of those who died in the disaster. The teams are comprised of Red Cross Disaster Mental Health, Disaster Health Services and Caseworkers who will assist the families with resources and information.
Todd James, Executive Director of the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter, has returned from his deployment to the operation. James was deployed to Joplin as member of the American Red Cross Advanced Public Affairs Team immediately after the disaster.
Baney will report back to the Hancock County Red Cross during her work in Missouri and the chapter will share the reports on its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hancockcountyredcross.
The Red Cross depends on financial donations to help in times of disaster, both in the United States and around the world. Those who want to help can make a donation to support American Red Cross Disaster Relief. To make a donation, visit www.redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS, to make a $10 donation, text the word REDCROSS to 90999. Contributions may also be sent to the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter, 125 Fair Street, Findlay, OH 45840.
PROMEDICA WILL OFFER FREE BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS AT SEVERAL AREA LOCATIONS
Starting this month, ProMedica will offer free breast cancer screenings at four locations in northwest Ohio to uninsured and under-insured patients. The screenings will include a clinical breast exam, screening mammogram, education, and follow-up support. ProMedica will provide these services in partnership with Riverside Radiology and Interventional Associates, and Toledo Radiologic Associates.
The program is being funded through a grant from Northwest Ohio Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The grant will benefit 125 women and men who meet specific eligibility requirements.
Free screening events will be held at the following locations:
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Bay Park Women's Services Port Clinton
1854 E. Perry St., Suite 400, Port Clinton
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Wednesday, June 15
8 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.
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419-734-8080
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Fostoria Community Hospital
501 Van Buren St., Fostoria
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Wednesday, July 20
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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419-436-6690
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Bay Park Women's Services Port Clinton
1854 E. Perry St., Suite 400, Port Clinton
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Wednesday, Sept. 21
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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419-734-8080
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Fostoria Community Hospital
501 Van Buren St., Fostoria
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Wednesday, Oct. 5
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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419-436-6690
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Bay Park Community Hospital
2801 Bay Park Drive, Oregon
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Wednesday, Oct. 19
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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419-690-8880
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St. Luke's Hospital also received the Komen grant and is currently offering free screenings, by appointment. For more information about eligibility requirements and to make an appointment, call St. Luke's Hospital at 419-893-5988. All participants will be asked to provide the name, telephone number and address of their family doctor as well as information about past mammograms.
BVH to Host Annual Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Rehab Picnic
Blanchard Valley Hospital invites past and present rehab patients to the annual cardiovascular and pulmonary rehab picnic Tuesday, June 21 at 5:30 p.m. at Shelter #7 at Riverbend Park.
The picnic serves as a celebration for past and present cardiovascular and pulmonary patients as well as their families. Easy Breathers and Smart Hearts support group members are also invited to attend.
Attendees should bring their own table service, drinks and a hot or cold dish to share. Hot sandwiches will be provided.
Pre-registration is required and can be made by calling the BVH Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab department at 419.423.5153 by June 17.
In the case of inclement weather, please listen to WFIN/WKXA or call 419.423.5153 to determine if there is a cancellation.
Have a Great Meal Help the Red Cross
Every Monday night in June, you can enjoy a delicious meal at Texas Roadhouse and support the Hancock County Red Cross.
10% of your bill will be donated to the Red Cross if you present this invitation.
Download yours today at www.hancockredcross.org
Make every Monday in June Texas Roadhouse night!
A Great Meal for a Great Cause!
FOSTORIA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AWARDS HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIPS
Fostoria Community Hospital awarded $9,500 in scholarships to 15 local students pursing healthcare careers.
The scholarships were awarded on behalf of three scholarship funds administered by the Fostoria Community Hospital Foundation. These funds were established by former Fostoria physicians and their families to encourage healthcare careers amongst local students.
Seven scholarships were awarded from the G.H.W. Bruggemann Memorial Scholarship Fund which assists employees of Fostoria Community Hospital and their children who are pursing careers in health care. The recipients include: Meredith Conine, Mount Carmel College of Nursing registered nurse program; LeeAnn Doe, Bowling Green State University registered nurse program; Bethany Mack, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill master's in public health program; Morgan Podach, University of Findlay occupational therapy program; Stephanie Porter, Baldwin-Wallace College physical therapy program; Katelyn Schiefer, Walsh University registered nurse program; and Nick Swint, Ohio Northern University physical therapy program.
Three scholarships were awarded from the J.L. Murphy Memorial Scholarship Fund which encourages local students to pursue a career in medicine. The recipients include: Vivian Gao, Case Western Reserve University physician program; Brittany Hargis, Miami University pediatric medicine program; and Abigail Marshall, Kettering College of Medical Arts physician assistant program.
Six scholarships were awarded from the J.A. Murray Scholarship Fund which encourages health care careers, particularly physicians, nurses and other hospital-based professionals. The recipients include: Jacqueline Faeth, Ohio University physical therapy program; Lindsay Fleegle, Ohio Northern University pharmacy program; Jordon Geroski, University of Dayton orthopaedic surgeon program; Emily Hemminger, University of Toledo registered nurse program; Jessica Lynch, University of Findlay pharmacy program; and Morgan Podach.
The Foundation's scholarship program has awarded nearly $70,000 since its inception in 1997.
To learn more about Fostoria Community Hospital, visit www.promedica.org/fostoria.
FOSTORIA COMMUNITY HOSPTIAL NAMES CRAMER EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER
Tracy Cramer, RN, CNOR, team leader, surgery department, was named the 2011 employee of the first quarter at Fostoria Community Hospital. She was nominated for her unselfish attitude and commitment to patient, physician and employee satisfaction.
Tracy is a hard worker with an unselfish attitude," says her nominator. "Fostoria Community Hospital is very fortunate to have such a dedicated nurse who always puts the needs of others above her own."
As a certified operating room nurse with more than 12 years of surgery experience, Tracy's passion for helping people is apparent. Because of her oversight and support, patients and families regularly comment about their positive experience as well as how well organized the surgery department is and how well the staff work together.
Tracy has served in a leadership role within the surgery department for nearly three years, and has been integral in making numerous improvements related to preparing for new services, making process changes, offering educational opportunities, and initiating an inventory system. She is also flexible with her own work schedule to accommodate the needs of her fellow co-workers and physicians.
A rural Arcadia resident, Tracy enjoys spending time with her children Cristen and Casey. Her favorite hobbies are watching her children participate in extracurricular activities, running in competitions, snowmobiling, riding her motorcycle, and being outdoors especially in the summer time.
To learn more about Fostoria Community Hospital, visit www.promedica.org/fostoria.
BVH Rehab & Sports Medicine Sponsors the 2nd Annual Flirt with Dirt Trail 5K
Blanchard Valley Hospital Rehab & Sports Medicine, along with the Hancock Park District and the Hancock County Convention and Visitors Bureau, is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Flirt with Dirt 5K Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, July 16 at Riverbend Recreational Area in Findlay. Registration will begin at 7 a.m., the trail race will start at 8:30 a.m. and the walk will begin at 8:40 a.m.
The course for the event is a wood chipped trail throughout the park area.
Awards will be given to the top three male and female runners in each age division.
Cost of the event will be $18 for those who register by June 24. Registration after June 24 and on race day will be $25.
A portion of the race proceeds will be donated to the Hancock Christian Clearing House.
For more information or to register, go to www.bvhealthsystem.org or call Chris Webb at 419-306-6272.
RED CROSS JUNE CLASSES SCHEDULED
The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter will be offering the following Health and Safety trainings in June;
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider will be held on Saturday, June 11, 9AM-3PM. Cost for the class is $65
Babysitter Training PLUS Camp will be held Monday, June 13-Wednesday, June 15, 9AM-3PM daily. Cost for the class is $50. Students should bring a lunch and a doll or stuffed animal.
CPR/AED for Adults will be held Monday, June 27, 6PM-10PM. Cost for the class is $40.
Registration and payment are due prior to all classes. All classes will be held at the Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay. To register for a class, visit www.hancockredcross.org and click on Take A Class, call (419) 422-9322 or at the Red Cross office.
The American Red Cross is the most trusted training provider of health and safety training that meets OSHA guidelines and many other professional and regulatory standards. Red Cross First Aid, CPR (cardio pulmonary resuscitation) and AED (automatic external defibrillator) training meets the needs of workplace responders, schools, professional responders and healthcare providers, as well as the general public. We offer both certified and non-certified training options, including Sports, Wilderness and Pet First Aid training.
RED CROSS RESPONDS TO WILLIAMSTOWN FIRE
A Williamstown family of six is receiving help from the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter following a fire in their home early Saturday morning.
Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteers assessed the family's immediate needs and provided assistance for shelter, clothing and food for three adults and three children. Personal comfort items were also provided as were stuffed animals for the children. The Red Cross will be working with the family to provide help in planning their recovery with information, resources and further assistance as needed.
All disaster relief provided by the American Red Cross is free of charge and is made possible by the support of the community. James says that donations to the Hancock County Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund are welcome and needed, especially this time of the year when the number of home fires. Contributions to the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter can be made at www.hancockredcross.org or at the Red Cross office, 125 Fair Street in Findlay.
FLAG CITY CORVETTES & MAX & ERMA'S PRESENTS CORVETTE SHOW BENEFITTING
OPEN ARMS
FRIDAY, JUNE 24TH MEET AT MAX & ERMA'S
STARTING AT 6:00 p.m.
Come and support Open Arms 15% of your Lunch, Dinner or Carryout Sales will benefit
Open Arms
Contact Tom Cooper with questions
Bluffton Hospital $12 Million Expansion & Renovation Preview June 19
Bluffton Hospital invites the community to a preview of the new Bluffton Hospital Emergency Department and Surgery Department on Sunday, June 19 from 2 to 4 p.m.
The preview will include tours of the new surgery suites and emergency treatment rooms. Bluffton Hospital nurses, staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions. Refreshments will be served.
The expansion/renovation has created:
An Emergency Department that can care for more than 7,000 patients per year, focusing on more private treatment areas; An expanded Surgery Department to accommodate the already more than 2,500 surgeries per year; and A new emergency and surgery registration and support area to accommodate triage patient identification and privacy
$1 million of this expansion project was funded through donations from Bluffton Hospital associates, physicians and community members. The Isabelle West Family pledged the lead gift to the project in honor of Mrs. West and her late husband, Mr. James F. West, and their longstanding commitment to Bluffton Hospital and the community.
For more information, call Bluffton Hospital at 419.369.2302.
60 years of music and still going strong
For six decades, the musical sounds of volunteer groups have entertained area residents and visitors during the Riverside Summer Concert Series held at Findlay's historic Riverside Park Allen P. Dudley Band Shell and Dick Daughterty Plaza.
As the 2011 season begins, we celebrate 60 years of this musical tradition and reflect upon the humble beginnings of how the concert series began in 1951 with Ralph E. Shell, band director at the Findlay High School, orchestrated the formation and direction of a Boy Scout Band to celebrate a special Scout-O-Rama here in Findlay that would in future years transition into what is now the Findlay Civic Concert Band. The sounds of music have remained the same over 60 years, but the faces have changed.
The 2011 summer series begins Wednesday, June 15 with newcomers to the series Children of the Light. A total of eleven summer musical concerts will highlight a variety of local talent and invited guests throughout the summer months with most performances starting at 7:30 PM on Wednesday evenings, with two exceptions by two touring military bands.
The community event continues to be free thanks to the generous support of Financial Supporters Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation, Findlay Hearing Aid Center, The Heritage, Marathon Petroleum Company LLC, Merrill Lynch and Sunrise of Findlay. Patron Sponsors include First National Bank, Findlay Music Boosters, Bridge Home Health & Hospice, and Lutheran Social Services. Printing sponsorship was provided by Hancock Friends of the Parks.
Seating is provided at the Riverside band shell or bring your own sit upon or blanket. Concert goers are reminded to arrive early for choice seating and parking. In the event of inclement weather conditions, please listen to local media for last minute cancellations. Every effort is made to hold each concert. Complete concert schedules can be downloaded at www.HancockParks.com or by calling the Hancock Park District office, located at 1424 East Main Cross Street, Findlay, 419-425-PARK/7275.
PROMEDICA FOSTORIA COMMUNITY HOSPTIAL HONORS TALLEY FOR NURSING EXCELLENCE
ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital named Keesha Talley, RN, dialysis department, the 2011 recipient of the Mary Jane Smith Nursing Excellence Award.
"This award demonstrates Keesha's investment in and commitment to the education of our patients and families is remarkable," said Peg Frankart, vice president, patient care, ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital. "Keesha is a great leader who promotes team work. She is truly an asset to our team of dedicated and compassionate nurses."
Talley joined the ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital team nearly 10 years ago, and has more than 14 years of experience as a registered nurse. Earlier this year, she established a kidney disease support group for the community. Keesha was also instrumental in the development of a chronic kidney disease clinic at the hospital several years ago.
This annual award was established in 1986, the year Mary Jane Smith retired from ProMedica Fostoria Community Hospital. Mary Jane started her career at then Fostoria City Hospital in 1931, one year after the hospital opened, and retired more than 50 years later.
A Fostoria native, Keesha is a graduate of Fostoria High School and Mercy College of Northwest Ohio. To learn more about Fostoria Community Hospital, visit www.promedica.org/fostoria.
THIRD ANNUAL REINEKE FAMILY DEALERSHIP'S RIVERSIDE WINE FESTIVAL TO BE HELD IN FINDLAY
The Arts Partnership invites you to uncork some fun at the third annual Reineke Family Dealership's Riverside Wine Festival, June 25, 2011 from noon to 8pm at scenic Riverside Park. This premier event will feature ten Ohio wineries, craft beer tastings, local gourmet foods, fine arts and crafts, live entertainment, art invitational, demonstrations and more!
The event will feature ten Ohio wines.
Attendees will be able to purchase a variety of fine foods from the following local restaurants: Bistro on Main (salad & pasta), Gracie's Deli (cheeses & meats), Bread Kneads (breads, dipping oil and cookies). Tavern at the Inn (mandarin shrimp skewer, apple smoked chicken skewer, peppercorn sirloin skewer, hummus and veggies, berry chamborg shortcake).
Live entertainment will be provided by musicians covering a variety of genres.
A variety of demonstrations will be held throughout the day.
Admission is $18 in advance (through June 24th) and $20 at the gate. Admission includes a commemorative glass and 10 one-ounce tastings throughout the day. Event attendees may purchase additional tasting tickets, glasses of wine and sealed bottles to take home. Those under 21 and non-tasters can attend for $10. Children in strollers are free.
For tickets to the event or for more information, contact The Arts Partnership Box Office by calling 419-422-4624, visit 618 South Main Street in Findlay, Ohio or go to www.artspartnership.com. Business hours are Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.
Free parking and shuttle service will be offered at the event. Parking will be available in the Riverside Park overflow lots and Masonic Temple. Shuttle service will be provided by Birchaven Retirement Village.
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Wild West Pioneer Summer Day Camp Come Learn, Play & Grow
Sign up your young pioneer today! For just $10.00 per day, we provide your child with a safe environment in which to learn, play, and grow. Each day snack will be provided and each week a field trip will be taken. In addition to connecting with other kids, your child will be learning history, geography, along with life skills such as map reading, cooking, and getting along with others.
Sign up for all 8 weeks and 2 weeks are free! For detailed flyer visit our website at www.campfireusa-nwohio.com
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QUALITY AUDITING SERVICES AWARDED WBE CERTIFICATION
Quality Auditing Services, a business specializing in performing Quality Systems Audits, recently received its certification as a Women's Business Enterprise. The WBE certification was awarded by the Women's Business Enterprise National Council in partnership with the Women's Business Development Center - Chicago.
Quality Auditing Services was founded in 2002 by owner and principal auditor Maggie Jones, who is also an RAB/IRCA certified auditor. QAS quickly grew into an international company that provides professional certified / accredited internal auditors to complete Quality and Environmental Systems audits. Throughout its growth, Quality Auditing Services has been dedicated to encouraging and supporting diversity with our auditor workforce . "We are pleased to receive our certification," says Maggie Jones, "And we are looking forward to being an active member of the WBE."
This WBE certification ensures that women-owned businesses applying for certification are 51 percent owned, operated, and controlled by a woman or group of women. Many businesses have diversity guidelines for their projects that require a certain amount of work to be performed by minority-owned firms. That is where Quality Auditing Services' new WBE certification also helps their clients. Maggie Jones explains, "This allows our clients to apply QAS services towards such requirements, further demonstrating their commitment towards diversity."
The WBE certification will position Quality Auditing Services for growth as it expands its services to include online training, supplier development services, and quality management system documentation. QAS is confident that this will allow their clients to more efficiently allocate their internal resources to focus on their core business.
Quality Auditing Services, located in Findlay, Ohio, was founded in 2002 to fill a need in the Quality Support Field. QAS specializes in outsourced Internal Audit Services, including on-site Internal Auditor Training, for manufacturing and service companies. With RAB/IRCA certified auditors to perform ISO 9001, AS9100, TS 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 13485 and ISO 17025 audits, QAS has the expertise to meet all of their clients' needs. (http://www.quality-auditing.com)
HANCOCK PARK DISTRICT OFFERS NEW "SCOUT SATURDAYS" PROGRAMS
The Hancock Park District continues its series of programs designed for all age levels of Scouts to work on nature-related badges.
Activities will be lead by Hancock Park District Program Assistants and local experts in the field.
This month we feature the Wolf Cub Achievement #7 Your Living World and Girl Scout Brownie Try-It Earth Is Our Home. The event takes place on Saturday, June 25, from 1:30 to 4pm at the Oxbow Bend Activities Area Shelter #5, Riverbend Recreation Area. This event is held "rain or shine"; please dress for the weather, as we will hiking in the woods for part of the event.
Space is limited, so please register early. Register with a $3 fee per scout, paid in exact change or check by Tuesday, June 21 at the HPD Office. The HPD Office is located at 1424 East Main Cross, Findlay.
One accompanying adult is required for every five registered scouts.
Badges are not included; please contact your local scout office to purchase them. Please apply sunscreen and insect repellent before attending the program. Scouts should meet at Shelter #5 at Riverbend Recreation Area. Riverbend Recreation Area is located off State Route 568, east of Findlay at 16618 Township Road 208.
For more information about this program or other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com <http://www.hancockparks.com/> or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
Area Students Receive BVHS Nursing Scholarships
The Blanchard Valley Health Foundation has awarded six area students nursing scholarships for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Cierra Carpenter has received the $500 Phyllis Zimber Endowed Scholarship, which was offered to graduating high school students or adults pursuing a degree in nursing with a special interest in obstetrics. Carpenter is a graduate of Ada High School and is attending The University of Toledo.
Two Kathleen Higgins Endowed Scholarships in the amount of $500 were awarded to Michelle Caton and Marlana Risley. The scholarship was offered to high school students or adults pursuing a career in nursing. Caton and Risley are both registered nurses at Blanchard Valley Hospital's Wound Care Solutions, and are both pursuing Master of Nursing degrees at Ohio University.
BVHS associates Cindi Luman and Amber Feighner received the $500 Maxine Snyder Endowment Trust Certification and Masters Preparation Scholarship, which was offered to current BVHS associates pursuing advanced nursing training. Luman works as interim director of emergency services at Blanchard Valley Hospital and is pursuing a Master of Nursing degree from the University of Phoenix. Feighner is the inpatient cardiac rehabilitation coordinator at Blanchard Valley Hospital and is pursuing a Master of Nursing degree from Lourdes College.
BVHS associate Kerri Arredondo received the first Karen Jones Nursing Certification Scholarship in the amount of $500. The scholarship was offered to BVHS nurses wanting to pursue a review course or certification exam. Arredondo will use the scholarship in pursuit of Low-Risk Neonatal Nursing Certification. She is a registered nurse in the Special Care Nursery at Blanchard Valley Hospital.
FOSTORIA COMMUNITY HOSPTIAL TO OFFER FREE OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENINGS
One out of every two women and one in four men over the age of 50 will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in his or her lifetime.
To help promote bone health, the Fostoria Community Hospital radiology and special imaging department will be offering free bone density heel screenings Thurs., June 16, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. in the Fostoria Community Hospital main lobby, entrance 1.
The bone density heel test requires a bare foot. During the test, the heel must be kept as still as possible for the best results. An average test takes about one minute, and will be followed by counseling.
This free screening is recommended annually for both men and women over the age of 50. No appointment or physician referral required.
To learn more, please call the Fostoria Community Hospital radiology and special imaging department at 419-436-6643.
Nissin Brake Ohio Receives Honda's CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Leaders from Honda's NA Purchasing group participated in a ceremony today at Nissin Brake Ohio (NBO), presenting Honda's Corporate Citizenship Award to NBO. The award is given annually to one of more than 600 Honda suppliers in North America for their efforts to promote environmental preservation, health & safety, diversity, government relations, community involvement, and ethics & compliance.
The award is normally given at Honda's annual supplier conference. However, this year because of the earthquake in Japan and related impact, the supplier conference has been indefinitely postponed. Nissin's application was reviewed at Honda and then audited on-site by Honda management specialists in each of the promotion areas. Honda's corporate Purchasing department originally notified NBO on May 2nd via telephone then later that day, the award was announced in a webinar attended by Honda's supply base.
NBO is proud of its efforts to promote corporate citizenship and corporate social responsibility. We have participated in various community programs and encourage associates' involvement in community and company-sponsored activities. Examples include the United Way, Nissin Neighbors, Hancock Leadership, University of Findlay's Economic Summit and Co-op Partnership Scholarships as well as various initiatives that support other local charities and school projects. We also sponsor local, annual scholarships independently and assist various causes through the collective efforts of the companies of the Tall Timbers Industrial Park.
In April, NBO passed 2 million man-hours without a lost time accident and has an improving safety record for 7 consecutive years. We are continuing to promote associate wellness and will soon open an on-site medical wellness center to provide services to our associates and qualifying dependents. This is in-a-sense, a pay raise because associates can receive medical services free of charge; there will be no associate payment for deductibles, co-pays or generic drugs. In addition, medical advice will contribute to associates making healthy life-style choices to avoid the onset of disease.
With the exception of one fiscal year during the current recession, for each of the last 8 years NBO's payroll has been over $40 million and sales have been more than $300 million. We currently employ 655 people, a number that peaked at over 830 late in 2007 then declined mostly via attrition as efficiencies improved and the economy soured. NBO has been ISO 14000 registered since 1999 and TS16949 registered since 2006. As measured by our main customer (Honda), we are a class 1 level supplier, indicating that our quality metrics are below half the level of similar suppliers.
Nissin Brake Ohio was established as Findlex Corporation in 1988 by Nissin Kogyo Co. Ltd. and American Honda Motor. The name was changed in 2004 to broaden the Nissin brand name in North America. Our business focus is automotive and non-automotive brake system development and manufacturing. As such, our in-house processes include aluminum casting and machining, cast iron machining, zinc plating, anodizing, injection molding and a wide variety of assembly operations, all contributing to parts similar to those shown on the picture below. In part our company principle states "Through state-of-the-art technology and a responsibility to environmental conservation, we strive to be a benefit to our Associates, an asset to our community, and a positive experience for all who have contact with the company". Among several other customers, Honda is our largest, followed by Harley Davidson and Bombardier.
NBO's management extends our appreciation to Honda for this award and a hearty "thank you" to our associates that made it possible. In particular, Jennifer Deiter, Sr. Manager of Finance / IT and Tom Gilmore, Sr. HR Manager routinely coordinate much of the related activity on NBO's behalf.
RED CROSS ARMED FORCES FAMILY NETWORK MEETING WILL ADDRESS DEPLOYMENT ISSUES
The June meeting of the Hancock County Red Cross Armed Forces Family Network will feature information for families of service members preparing for deployment. The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, at the Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay. This month's meeting is on the fourth Thursday of the month, not the usual third Thursday, due to the Hancock County Red Cross Annual Meeting being held on June 16. Reservations are not required but are suggested to 419-422-9322 ext 226 or armedforces@hancockredcross.org
The guest speaker for the meeting is Jim Corbo, a retired Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces specialist. Corbo will be discussing issues and challenges service members and military families can face before, during and after a service member's deployment and ways to prepare for and handle issues when they arise. This summer, Ohio's 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team will be deploying about 3,600 Soldiers to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom; this is the largest mobilization for the 37th since the Korean War in 1952. Included in the deployment will be service members from Hancock and Wyandot Counties and the surrounding area.
Today's military families - active duty, National Guard, Reserve and veterans - are spread across the United States. Many live far from military installations and the support services they offer - but few are far from a Red Cross chapter. Local Red Cross chapters across the country have been designated by the Department of Defense to provide services that address the unique characteristics of today's military service members and their families. The Hancock County Red Cross Armed Forces Family Network meets the third Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m., at the Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay. Child care is provided. For more information, contact Nichole Coleman, Coordinator of Service to Military Families, at 419-422-9322 ext. 226
or armedforces@hancockredcross.org.
Bridge Home Health & Hospice Offers Volunteer Training Courses
Bridge Home Health & Hospice will offer training courses for prospective volunteers beginning on Monday, July 11.
The training will be held in the Wenner Conference Room at Birchaven Village, located at 15100 Birchaven Lane in Findlay, and will take place for seven consecutive Mondays from 6 to 9 p.m.
Courses will cover the basic principles of hospice, understanding the needs of patients and their families, effective communication, patient care, pain and symptom management, spiritual care giving and understanding grief and loss.
No previous hospice experience is necessary; however, volunteers must be at least 18 years old.
Following training, volunteers can choose their area of involvement, such as caregiver relief, bereavement, care center, nursing home visitors, speaker's bureau, gift of dreams or clerical work.
Pre-registration is required. For more information or to request an application packet, contact Julie Tiell, Bridge Hospice volunteer services coordinator, by phone at 419.423.5351 or by e-mail at jtiell@bvhealthsystem.org.
State, gravel trade dig in to remove permit red tape that slowed work
By Jeff Bell
Like other lobbyists around the Ohio Statehouse last year, Patrick Jacomet heard gubernatorial candidate John Kasich rail against government red tape that stymies business growth and promise to do something about it if he were elected in November.
The vehicle to get the job done, Kasich said, would be a program with a catchy acronym - CSI Ohio - with CSI short for Common Sense Initiative. It would be directed by Mary Taylor, Kasich's running mate for lieutenant governor.
Kasich and Taylor have been in office for five months, and Jacomet, executive director of the Ohio Aggregates and Industrial Minerals Association, stands witness that CSI Ohio was more than just a campaign promise to get votes.
With help from CSI, the trade group Jacomet heads recently wrapped up negotiations with the state EPA on a package of general permits designed to streamline the ability of aggregate companies, such as sand-and-gravel processors, to operate in Ohio. The association had been trying to get the Environmental Protection Agency to approve the permit package since 2001, he said.
"We lacked the ability to get it over the goal line," Jacomet said. "It just kind of floundered, but when Lt. Gov. Taylor's office got involved, things started moving."
The EPA agreement with the aggregates industry is one of the stories of progress that have been hailed by Taylor. Others have included:
Working with the Ohio Board of Optometry to withdraw a proposed rule that could have hurt the relationship between retailers that sell eyeglasses and optometrists who see patients in the stores.
Helping change a state liquor law that had prohibited food manufacturers from buying alcoholic products in bulk, forcing them to pay higher retail prices for wine and beer used in their recipes.
Working with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to rescind a 2008 administrative rule on smaller commercial trucks that business owners had said was costly, over-reaching and burdensome.
One of Kasich's first acts as governor in January was signing an executive order that established CSI Ohio, which was later codified in state law by the Ohio General Assembly. Its goal is develop a process that holds state agencies accountable for promoting flexibility, balance, transparency and consistency when developing or renewing rules and regulations for businesses.
"Part of this is a mindset issue," said Steve Faulkner, Taylor's communications director. "We're saying, 'Hold on. Let's look at the impact of the rules and regulations that are put forward.' "
CSI Ohio is developing a review process for rules drafted by state agencies. It also is working on an analysis instrument that will measure the potential effect that proposed regulations will have on Ohio businesses.
CSI Ohio also has established a website (governor.ohio.gov/CSI) that features updates on the progress of the program as well as a contact form for the public to suggest ideas for improved state regulations.
In the case of Ohio's aggregates industry, the new general permits package negotiated through CSI Ohio provides consistent terms and conditions for operations such as the mining of sand, gravel and crushed stone, Jacomet said. Previously, companies needed EPA approval each time they wanted to begin new operations, and each permit took significant time and resources to develop, he said.
In the new system, companies agree to abide by specific requirements and environmental protections outlined in a general permit issued by EPA. It applies to aggregate processing, mineral extraction and emissions from portable equipment in operations such as sand and gravel dredging.
Companies will be able to get to work immediately on projects by notifying EPA that they will operate under the terms of the general permit, Jacomet said.
"I don't think there was ever a conscious effort by Ohio EPA to slow this down," he said. "It would just hit a snag and get put aside."
A fact sheet from the association states Ohio's aggregates industry employs nearly 5,000 workers with an additional 40,000 employed indirectly in support jobs such as truck drivers, electricians and mechanics. It is a $1 billion-a-year industry in the state, with road construction projects the largest market for aggregates used in asphalt and concrete.
This Columbus Business First article is located online here: http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/print-edition/2011/06/10/state-gravel-trade-dig-in-to-remove.html.
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