MUNSTER – For the fourth time, Amedisys Home Health has been named HomeCare Elite. The designation is a compilation of the rankings of the top home health agencies in the country based on services and financial performance. HomeCare Elite represents a ranking among the top 25 percent of home care agencies. Amedisys provides personalized health […]
HAMMOND – Potash Corp. has confirmed plans that it will open a rail transfer facility at the Gibson Yard in Hammond. The company will invest $64 million in the project that will include a 136,000 square foot building. An addition $9 million investment will come from the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad and $5 million from
VALPARAISO – Emcor Hyre Elecric and Shambaugh & Son employees donned pink hardhats to show support in the fight against breast cancer. The employees lined up in the shape of a breast cancer awareness ribbon at Porter Health System’s new hospital under construction at 85 E. U.S. 6. Michael A. Petralia, a spokesman for Emcor,
SOUTH BEND – The University of Notre Dame has announced a $32 million renovation of its historic Morris Inn. A major portion of funding for the project came from a $15 million grant from South Bend philanthropist Ernestine Raclin. Her parents, Ernest and Ella Morris, presented the initial $1 million grant that opened the Morris
Cutting-edge technology improves efficiency and patient outcomes. by Bob Kronemyer Whether it is being diagnosed or treated with the latest imaging system or laser, patients served by area hospitals are increasingly using cutting-edge technology that exists in their own backyard, rather than traveling to Chicago or Indianapolis. Cardiac, cancer and sinus disorders are just some
CHESTERTON – Scott Olthoff has joined Berglund Construction as a project executive. “We are excited to welcome Scott aboard and help lead us into new market sectors,” said Fred Berglund, president of Berglund Construction. “He is a proven relationship builder, which fits the culture and business model here at Berglund Construction.” Olthoff has managed a
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bankers Association has issued a warning to protect consumers from identity theft. The IBA said more than 10 million people in the country fall victim to identity theft by unintentionally revealing their Social Security numbers or credit card information. “It is astounding how easy it is to obtain the needed information
SOUTH BEND – C.B. Richard Ellis/Bradley has announced that it has signed an agreement with Mack Packaging of Chicago to sell or lease property the company owned in Mishawaka. William Frasch, senior associate broker, is the agent representing Mack Packaging. He said the 282,275-square-foot plant is currently occupied by Better World Books. The building sits
PORTAGE – The Construction Advancement Foundation of Northwest Indiana has announced its officers for 2012. Shawn Kelly of DLZ Industrial will be president of the executive board. Joe Coar of Tonn and Blank Construction is vice president, and Mark Danielson of Larson-Danielson Construction is secretary and treasurer. The Construction Advancement Foundation is a regional construction
Retirement years catch up fast, so start saving now. by Michael Puente Brenda Castro says she feels like “just yesterday” when she graduated from high school. In reality, her graduation day was more than a decade ago. “Time sure does fly,” the 30-year-old Castro says. “I’ve saved some money, but not nearly enough as I
