Dr. Thomas Huth has been named vice president of medical affairs, a newly created position. Huth will provide physician oversight to clinical resource management, supervise the hospital's physicians and help develop a hospitalist program employing physicians whose practice emphasizes caring for hospitalized patients. Huth joined the hospital staff 14 years ago. He graduated from
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TriPractix
TriPractix recently announced several new hires and promotions:
Lyle Leichty has joined triPractix as director of sales and marketing. Leichty has a bachelor of science degree in marketing from
Kathi Kaminski was promoted to regional account manager. Kaminski has associate and bachelor's degrees in business management from
Tonya Ream recently joined triPractix as the supervisor of connectivity and voice-over-Internet-protocol sales. Ream earned a bachelor's degree in decision sciences and production and operations management. She has held various IT positions, including network administration, systems administration, web development and client services supervision. Ream is responsible for assisting and planning the design of the overall connectivity and VoIP sales program.
SOURCE: http://www.fwdailynews.com/articles/2006/11/05/greater_fort_wayne/news/bw13.txt
Posted 10:32 AM October 23, 2006
Fundamental Fitness offers training on all levels
The Noblesville Ledger
October 23, 2006
The health club, located at 3246 E. Indiana 32, offers personal and group training, group fitness classes and even massage therapy, said owner Suzanne Thomas, who with husband Jeff took ownership of the 9,200-square-foot club on Aug. 1.
Thomas said the club also offers several classes including, spinning, yoga, Pilates and cardio. It also has several selections of workout equipment, with selectorized machines, free weights, stretching and functional training for all fitness levels. Nutritional consultations are also available.
"We offer functional training, which adapts training to the level of function desired by the individual," Thomas said.
Fundamental Fitness held their grand opening and ribbon cutting Saturday, which also raised money for
Hours are 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit www.fundamental-fitness.com or call (317) 896-6540.
Suzanne Thomas spoke with Noblesville Ledger staff writer Melinda Cooper about Fundamental Fitness.
Q What are the prices?
A The prices are $30 for single, $40 per couple and $50 for a family. We have no start up or joining fee.
Q What are your future plans for Fundamental Fitness?
A We are considering adding a yoga rehab class during the day for older adults or those recovering from illness or injury. We are also looking at finding ways to reward members who have been active at the center for an extended period of time.
Q What qualifications do you have for owning a health club?
A I have a bachelor's degree in management from Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs and a master's degree in management from
http://www.thenoblesvilleledger.com/articles/3/079047-1233-096.html
Posted 2:55 PM October 25, 2006
October 25, 2006
A township constable is the bailiff of the small claims court. He or she serves papers and has police powers to make arrest, keep the peace and carry out the court's orders.
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Twenty-nine years with the city of Lawrence, 22 years as a full-time police officer, 15 years' administrative experience, instructor in firearms, pursuit driving.
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I believe my education, managerial experience and willingness to improve the community I grew up in ideally qualify me to serve in the capacity of the
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Black Hawk helicopter brought to campus by school's ROTC chapter, Roaring Lambs
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Senior-laden Wildcats hope to return to MCC championship game this season
| The "Monday - it's one word," IWU coach Steve Brooks said of the team's catchphrase. "We want to play on Monday which will mean we made the (Mid-Central) Conference championship game. We've talked about it all summer. We want to play on Monday."
A conference championship game may appear to be a low benchmark for a team that was ranked No. 1 nationally for four weeks and ended the season with a Sweet 16 finish at the NAIA National Tournament. Senior guard Stephanie Culp does not think so. "Last year we had a good record, but we didn't win anything major," said Culp, who started for the first time last year and ranked 10th nationally in 3-point field goal percentage. "And that's our goal this year - to be conference champions not just to be ranked No. 1." IWU returns all five starters and a well-experienced senior class of Culp, Katy Hinkle, Katrina Spitler, Sarah McGill and two-time NAIA first-team All-American Liz Howerth. "We've just formed an amazing bond over the years," Howerth said of the senior class. "We've just come together and been so blessed. We know how to encourage one another and call each other out at the same time and I think that's just a really great thing." After having a great start last season in which the Wildcats were ranked atop the national polls for four weeks, injuries plagued the team, especially leading scorer Howerth. But the struggles provided the team with learning opportunities to use this year. "Our main focus this year is making sure that we come out not just in games but behind the scenes practicing, making sure every practice that we give it our all," Culp says. "I think that's a big difference this year that we want to do as opposed to last year." Howerth emphasized the team's need to play with confidence in every situation. "Something that we learned last year was how much we played off confidence," Howerth said. "As a team we learned how to pick each other up at times and what each others' strengths and weaknesses are. I think we all know each other a little deeper and better on the floor and off the floor this year." The knowledge of each other developed from last year and over the summer could be the key to season according to Brooks. "Understanding who we are as a team more than one or two individuals is going to be a key to our success," Brooks said. "We have more depth, we're physically stronger and learning to play to our strength is really going to be a big step in the right direction for us in terms of having the kind of season we would all like to have." Originally published October 31, 2006 http://www.chronicle-tribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061031/SPORTS/610310337/1006 |
Jessica Meyer wins Junior Miss
By LORI POTEET
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Jessica Meyer of Crawfordsville, who plans on attending the University of Notre Dame in the fall, was named 2007 Montgomery Junior Miss Sunday afternoon at
Besides earning a $1,000 scholarship for winning, the daughter of Joyce and John Meyer also took home many other honors Sunday. She also was named the scholastic winner, the fitness winner, talent winner and the interview winner. Her scholarship earnings totaled $2,600.
"Being a part of Junior Miss was definitely a rewarding experience for me," Meyer said. "I will always remember spending all the time with the girls that were in the contest and the friends that I have made. Meyer said," I'm looking forward to the state contest. I will be working even more on my interviewing skills and trying to polish my talent some more for the state competition."
According to Meyer, the fitness routine was the most challenging part of the program. "Trying to memorize all the moves and do them well was difficult," she laughed. "Walking in high heals is always a challenge for me so I found that a bit difficult at times, too."
Meyer will represent
First runner-up went to Crawfordsville's Natalie Davis, daughter of Keith and Nancy Davis. She received a $750 scholarship as well as a $100 scholarship for the "Be Your Best Self Award" winner and a $100 scholarship for being the interview runner-up.
Crawfordsville' Kaylyn Keedy was named second runner-up. She earned a $400 scholarship and was runner-up in the fitness and talent areas of the contest for an additional $400 scholarship. Keedy is the daughter of Thomas and Sharon Keedy and plans to attend
Other winners included:
• North Montgomery's Lauren Stamper, winning the Spirit Award and also "Self Expression" runner-up.
• Anastasia Yesnik of Crawfordsville scholastic award runner-up.
• Daniell Williams of Crawfordsville won the "Self Expression" award.
SOURCE: http://www.thepaper24-7.com/main.asp?SectionID=23&SubSectionID=22&ArticleID=6685&TM=55187.34
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More than two dozen residents turned out for Monday’s meeting of the Bluffton Harrison M.S.D. Board of School Trustees with concerns over an issue that was not on the agenda but is clearly a subject of concern in the district.
At a previous meeting of the board during a lengthy discussion of rising transportation costs, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Julie A. Koschnick suggested in the future that the district may have to take extreme measure.
Koschnick’s one sentence comment that the district might have to face consolidating starting times for all three schools with combined bus routes touched a raw nerve.
Koschnick said she did not think she was shooting from the hip when she made the comment; rather she was concerned that current cost cutting proposals may be placing too much burden solely on the high school.
Koschnick had suggested that the athletics department pay $5000 toward transportation, with the band paying $750, and the chorus paying $700. That proposal is on the back burner until at least December 1, when Athletic Director Steve Thompson will present the findings of a committee he has formed to review possible cost savings.
Sensing that the majority of those at the meeting were there due to concerns over Koschnick’s consolidation proposal, Board President Andrew Carnall opened the meeting by noting the matter was not on the agenda and would not be discussed on Monday night.
“Transportation consolidation is not on our agenda,” Carnall said. “It will not be discussed.”
Several bus drivers distributed letters to students asking parents to attend the meeting. Carnall said it was not authorized by the board or the superintendent.
Carnall noted under the present conditions consolidation would not be possible. “Logistically it can’t be done, numbers wise,” Carnall said. “Whether or not it would save us any money remains to be seen.”
Carnall said if the issue is to be discussed it will be way down the road. “It’s not coming up tonight,” Carnall said. “You will certainly know when it comes up. We will make it very public.”
Carnall said that if people had come out of concern for that issue they could leave. With those remarks about 15 people stood up and left the meeting.
At the close of the meeting Carnall responded to a question from a bus driver in the district in a similar manner, again assuring the public that any discussion of the matter will be well publicized.
“It is an issue of much public interest and we will make sure people know,” Carnall said. “It’s premature at this point.”
Board Member Gene Gerber expressed disappointment that the item received a headline in a previous issue of the News-Banner.
“It was mentioned as something we might have to look at, it’s unfortunate that it became a banner headline, it was a small point,” Gerber said. “It became a mountain out of a molehill.”
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Following the meeting Carnall said the matter could be considered if it offered significant cost savings.
A consolidation of routes would reduce pay to drivers as they would be working less hours, but might increase the number of drivers needed and would likely require the district to revise their bus replacement schedule.
The board also discussed possible remedies to concerns over humidity in the high school and problems with the building’s present heating and cooling system.
Chris Smith of Siemens updated the board over the company’s proposal to add ceiling mounted HVAC units in the math and language arts wings. A similar unit was installed by Siemens in the science wing.
Siemens is also proposing changes to the programming sequences in the classrooms to help deal with a humidity problem
Smith said an energy engineer from the company has confirmed that the changes in the science wing have helped reduce humidity and made the wing more comfortable.
The classroom ventilator units will be re sequenced so that the cold water valve opens fully whenever cooling is needed and fans run only as needed. Presently the cold water flow begins as a trickle and raised incrementally, and the fans run constantly.
Smith said, “We’re confident that is going to help the situation there.” Smith said the proposed changes will give the system an increased ability to remove humidity.
Board Member Daryl Elliott said he would like to see a cost comparison if dehumidifiers were installed in the hallways instead.
High School Principal Steve Baker said he is concerned that the high levels of humidity pose long terms risks to the high school.
“It is my opinion it is affecting the high school,” Baker said. Baker said he is concerned a mold problem could develop which would be a long term problem for the school. Baker also voiced concerns that humidity levels are taking a toll on equipment, carpet, and furnishings.
“This is a very critical situation that needs attention now,” Baker said. “We’re going on seven years of battling a high humidity situation.”
On average the math and language arts wing are at a temperature of 75 degrees and are at 90 percent humidity.
Elliott expressed similar concerns as Baker. “We’re looking at a 6 year old school that has a problem already,” Elliott said. “The system probably wasn’t set up right to begin with.”
Elliot said he wants to look at the best interests of the school and the district. “Let’s look at the overall situation and find a solution now instead of ‘we think’ this will solve the problem.”
Carnall said he wanted to clarify that there is no indication of any mold in the building. “It is a concern of the future,” Carnall said.
Baker said, “We have found mold in the building.” Koschnick noted that the overall mold count in the high school is lower than the outside level.
Smith said that if left unchecked mold could become a serious issue. “The buildings that have the conditions that you have over time are more likely to develop mold,” Smith said. “At this point you have no issue to be concerned with.”
Carnall supported accepting Siemen’s proposed solution. “Let’s see how this works,” Carnall said. “That’s my thoughts on this.”
Director of Maintenance Gary Schwartz said the changes have helped in the science wing. “I think you can feel the difference when you walk in there from the other two wings,” Schwartz said. “In my opinion we need to move forward
No official action was taken last night on the issue.
In other business the board heard a presentation from Julie Tobias on last week’s Focus on Health program at the high school.
Two dozen organizations set up displays at the wellness oriented event and students were encouraged to visit each booth and write down a fact they learned from each exhibit.
The board approved an extension of a family medical leave for Gay Schoeff, which extends her leave to 12 weeks, ending on Dec. 6, 2006.
The board also approved a second student teaching role for Justin Reed, a student at
Reed will be student teaching at the elementary school. Last meeting Reed was approved as a student teacher under Jim Beuter at the high school.
A first reeding on a new Indiana Department of Education policy on graduation requirements was held. The policy states the district will observe state guidelines for minimum, core 40, and academic honors diplomas, and permits the board to establish additional requirements if necessary.
A second reading will be held at an upcoming meeting.
Koschnick noted that the board will be meeting in an executive session on Monday, Oct.. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. to meet with a consultant on board governance.
SOURCE: http://www.news-banner.com/index/news-app/story.5168/menu./sec./home.
Homecoming spirit spreads through city
| Amidst the lively music of the He was wearing a dark-colored suit, aviator sunglasses and an earpiece, and he was taking in the events of his first IWU homecoming pep rally. Thada, 18, a resident of Bowman Hall, was one of several "Bowman Bodyguards," who were serving as "protection" for IWU President Henry Smith, who will be officially inaugurated today. "We're just trying to do our job," Thada said as his head continued to move on a swivel, looking for potential "security threats." "This just helps get up morale and the spirit for all the events going on." It was hard for Smith to keep from smiling as he saw a multitude of students having a good time. "I'm the real deal now; I've got my protection," Smith said pointing at the Bowman Bodyguards. Part of the tradition was the pep rally and torch run that would follow, a run the IWU cross country team would make back from Washington Street, between Third and Fourth streets, all the way back to Henry's residence on campus for a bonfire. As the jazz band played and members of the university's cheer squad performed complicated cheers, the Hodson's Scotsmen, with painted faces, dressed in kilts and holding replica swords, stood and cheered wildly. "It's Hodson's pride and joy, the Hodson Scotsmen," said Chris Reeves, an IWU sophomore who lives in Hodson Residence Hall. "We try to do as many sporting events as possible, mostly men's soccer and women's soccer." Fall and spring athletes alike participated in the pep rally. "The track team just decided we wanted to support the cross country girls," said Ashley Ruffer, a junior an Indiana Wesleyan track athlete. "(Homecoming) is just a time to remember what our school's all about and welcome back our alumni." After a brief introduction, Mayor Wayne Seybold addressed the throng of students in attendance. "I want to declare Smith then spoke to the crowd explaining how it was the goal of him and his wife, Teresa, to celebrate tradition. "This is an absolutely fabulous sight," Smith said. "It warms my heart, although my hands are cold, to be here with you tonight. This is what it's all about." After Smith's speech, the jazz band played one final number and a prayer was said. As a member of the men's cross country team held a torch, it was lit, and he as well as the other members of the team took off running east on Fourth Street, back toward campus and the bonfire that was waiting. |
SOURCE: http://www.chronicle-tribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061006/NEWS01/610060313/1002
Progress can't eclipse school's values, IWU president says
| Henry Smith does not intend to see "Let me be so bold and declare that IWU seeks to become a premier international Christian university," Smith said. Smith, IWU's eighth president, was officially sworn in Friday, promising students, faculty, staff and alumni to continue to keep the university moving forward while remembering the school's core values. While encouraging that the school continue to improve its academic quality, he called for the campus community to continue to grow as an ideal work environment and to strengthen relationships with community members. "I believe we must live with a forward lean if we are to maintain our momentum," Smith said. "I am convinced that we are on the verge of moving to a new level of influence." He cited the school's recent growth, including an increased budget of $140 million - up from $34 million 10 years ago. The school, which now has 14,000 students on 14 campuses in three states, also recently became the largest private university in The school's current pace of growth helped bring Smith to IWU. Smith has been with IWU since 2004, when he was named the school's first executive vice president. Carl Sheperd, chairman of the Board of Trustees, said IWU chose Smith with the idea of finding someone capable of replacing former President Jim Barnes when he was ready to retire. Barnes was president for 19 years and led the university to its current success. Smith was named president-elect in 2005 and has been preparing for the office since. "The cry was, 'We're on the right track, let's not slow down or hit a speed bump,'" Smith said. In moving forward, though, IWU must remember its philosophy of being a community with strong ties to Christian values, Smith said. "Many things have changed at IWU, but some things must never change," he said. The university community, along with representatives from Smith's former places of work, the city of Several of the speakers commended the president's Christian faith along with his leadership. "In the years I have known him, Dr. Smith has proven to be a wonderful church man," said David Wilson, chairman of the board of trustees for IWU Student Government Organization President Aaron Baker praised Smith for connecting with the students and said he trusted Smith to lead them into the future. Smith has also been a crucial asset to "He has hit the ball out of the park every time," Seybold said. The inauguration ceremony was the Originally published October 7, 2006 http://www.chronicle-tribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20061007/NEWS01/610070328/1002 |
Published: Monday, October 9, 2006 12:18 PM CDT
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Abigail Fick and Seth Claxton are engaged.
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October 09, 2006 04:31 PM Eastern Time
QUEENSBURY, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AngioDynamics, Inc. (Nasdaq: ANGO), a leading provider of medical devices for the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular disease announced today that it has appointed Robert D. Mitchell, 44, to the newly created position of executive vice president and chief operating officer effective by December 1, 2006. In this function, Mr. Mitchell will oversee all day-to-day business operations for the Company. He will report directly to Eamonn P. Hobbs, president and chief executive officer.
Much of Mr. Mitchell’s professional experience was spent at Cook Incorporated in
Mr. Mitchell most recently served as director, president and chief executive officer of Millimed Holdings, Inc., a privately held company based in
Mr. Mitchell has been actively involved as a lecturer, advisor and board member for several companies, medical societies and organizations. Mr. Mitchell received his Bachelor of Science degree from the
“We are expanding our executive team to include a chief operating officer to oversee the numerous daily activities associated with a growing market leader, and Bob is the ideal person to fill this position,” said Mr. Hobbs. “With nearly 20 years of experience in the interventional radiology space, and a proven track record of management, Bob will significantly strengthen the AngioDynamics management team, which will allow me more time to focus on our strategic growth initiatives. I look forward to working very closely with Bob,” added Mr. Hobbs.
“I am looking forward to playing a part in the continued growth of AngioDynamics,” said Mr. Mitchell. “AngioDynamics’ products are known for their cutting edge technology and I have long admired the respect the company and its innovations have garnered from the medical community. I am very pleased to be joining the Company at this time.”
About AngioDynamics
AngioDynamics, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative medical devices used by interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons and other physicians for the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular disease. AngioDynamics, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and markets a broad line of therapeutic and diagnostic devices that enable interventional physicians, such as interventional radiologists, vascular surgeons and others, to treat peripheral vascular diseases and other non-coronary diseases. The Company's diverse product line includes angiographic products and accessories, dialysis products, vascular access products, PTA products, drainage products, thrombolytic products and venous products. More information is available at www.angiodynamics.com.
The statements made in this document contain certain forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Words such as "expects," "intends," "anticipates," "plans," "believes," "seeks," "estimates," or variations of such words and similar expressions, are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that actual events or results may differ from the Company's expectations. In addition to the matters described above, the ability of the Company to develop its products, future actions by the FDA or other regulatory agencies, results of pending or future clinical trials, overall economic conditions, general market conditions, market acceptance, foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, the effects on pricing from group purchasing organizations and competition, as well as the risk factors listed from time to time in the SEC filings of AngioDynamics, Inc., including but not limited to its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 3, 2006, may affect the actual results achieved by the Company.
| The Wildcats' 5-4 win over Olivet Nazarene extended their winning streak in fall dual matches to 146. The win concluded IWU's fall dual season at 13-0. Sarah Bauss(No. 1 singles), Shannon Gehrke(No. 5 singles) and Melissa Masterson(No. 6 singles) collected wins for the Wildcats. Julia Hedgebethand Brittany Raymondwon at No. 2 doubles, while Laura Helmand Courtney Kooyerswon the No. 3 doubles match. IWU returns to action Thursday through Saturday in the Mid-Central Conference Tournament, which will be played at |
