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Minster agency rated top 10 since 1937. Rod Rupp, executive vice president of AutoOwners, thanked the agency for its support and its business, stating, “Their growth and support only help to make the entire community stronger and more secure. We are grateful they choose to do business with us.” Auto-Owners Insurance was founded in 1916 and has served Ohio since 1936. AutoOwners Insurance is a Fortune 500 company and is the 18th-largest property/casualty insurance company in the nation, based on written
premium. Auto-Owners Insurance Group is one of only nine groups of insurance companies in the United States to receive the highest rating possible, A++ Superior, by A.M. Best, which is a nationally recognized rating agency for insurance companies. Auto-Owners has received the J.D. Power and Associates award for the Highest in Customer Satisfaction with the Auto Insurance Claims Experience, five years in a row, for 2008 to 2012. Auto-Owners is headquartered in Lansing, Mich., and serves policyholders in 26 states.
marketing. The Moon City BNI chapter has generated over $280,000 worth of business for its members in the past year. Moon City BNI’s Visitor Day will be held on May 14 at 7:30 a.m. at the Wapakoneta Country Club, 18781 State Route 501, north of WaDirectors pakoneta. Jim Weghorst and Mark Strickler will be shar-
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ing BNI’s secrets to success through “word of mouth” marketing. Anyone interested in growing their business is encouraged to attend. Reservations are required. Call Melanie Fullenkamp at (419) 234-1154 to reserve space for your business. For more information about BNI, visit the website at www.bniohio.com.
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Staying organized Lori Firsdon, owner of Forte Organizers in Centerville, gives advice on how to stay organized at work and manage time well during a program to help support staff in recognition of Administrative Professionals Day at Edison Community College Wednesday. One of her suggestions was to get rid of candy bowls on desks to prevent too many munching coworkers from distracting employees from their work.
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Koenig earns certification BOTKINS — Koenig Equipment has earned Deere FarmJohn SightCertification, joining a select group of national dealerships who have attained this recognition. John Deere awards this certification to dealers who have made significant advancements in the Integrated Solutions/AMS segment of their business. By developing and executing a comprehensive, company-wide strategy, Koenig Equipment has surpassed numerous milestones, thereby affirming its commitment to Integrated Solutions and to its valued customers. Koenig Equipment realizes that farmers’ business needs are evolving, and the Integrated Solutions team is dedicated to assisting farmers in proactively meeting those challenges with John Deere FarmSight offerings. Current John Deere FarmSight services offered by Koenig Equipment encompass machine and display setup, machine optimization, accurate data collection, seamless data transfer, data analysis, and decision making. Specialized precision products and technology, combined with wireless mobile networks, enable Koenig Equipment to
TSC adds chainsaw line Staff attends international brand of power equipment has been made readily available to US consumers. As one of the world’s most respected brands of power equipment, Jonsered offers a range of premium chainsaw products for both professionals and occasional
STOCK MARKET Listed are Tuesday’s stock market prices at closing for firms in the Sidney-Shelby County area traded on the major markets. NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE This Week Chng. Alcoa Inc...............8.50 +0.08 (PF of Alcoa Building Products, Stolle Machinery) Appld Ind. Tech..42.23 -0.31 BP PLC ADR......43.60 +0.97 Citigroup ............46.66 -0.16 Emerson Elec. ....55.51 +0.20 (PF of Copeland Corp. Division) Griffon Corp. ......10.29 +0.04 (PF of Clopay Corp.) H&R Block Inc...27.74 -0.21 Honda Motor .....39.99 -0.72 Ill. Toolworks .....64.56 -0.27 (Parent company of Peerless) JC Penney Co.....16.42 -0.77 (Store in Piqua) JP Morgan Chase49.01 +0.09 (Former Bank One, Sidney) Kroger Co. ..........34.38 -0.07 (PF of Kroger) Meritor .................5.80 +1.05
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE This Week Chng. Lear Corp ...........57.78 +0.72 (PF of C.H. Masland) McDonalds Corp.102.14 -0.04 Radio Shack .........3.17 +0.02 Sherwin-Wllms 183.11 +0.40 Sprint ...................7.04 -0.08 Thor Industries..37.08 -0.82 (PF of Airstream Inc.) Time Warner Inc.59.78 -0.35 (PF of Time Warner Cable) U.S. Bancorp ......33.28 -0.01 (Former Star Bank of Sidney) Walgreen Co.......49.51 +0.09 Walmart Stores .77.72 -0.67 Wendy’s Int. Inc. ..5.69 +0.01 YUM! Brands.....68.12 +0.52 (PF of Taco Bell, Kentucky Fried Chicken and Pizza Hut) OVER THE COUNTER Bob Evans ..........43.34 +0.52 Fifth Third ........17.03 +0.20 Peoples Bank .......9.50 0
A - Refers to Affiliated With PF - Refers to Parent Firm Closing Dow Jones Industrial Averages: This Week: 14,839.49 Change: +20.74 (Quotes courtesy of the Sidney offices of Edward Jones, Erroll Broud, Vance Stewart, Danielle Gilroy-Sielschott, DiAnne Karas and Andrew Stewart, registered investment advisers.)
users with standard specialty features that include the Clean Power engine design that offers reduced exhaust emissions by up to 75 percent and an increase in fuel efficiency by up to 20 percent. While Jonsered chainsaws are known for their quality, the same high standard is applied in producing all Jonsered products. In addition to a minimum of six models of professional and consumer chainsaws at all store locations, the entire line of Jonsered power equipment will be available through special order at each store and online at Tractorsupply.com. Also, a professional-grade Jonsered backpack blower will be available at select retail locations.
symposium BOTKINS — Staff of The Hairitage House in Botkins attended a twoday symposium in Perrysburg recently. The guest speaker and instructor was Wayne Grund, owner and founder of Surface all-natural products. Grund presents seminars in Europe, South Africa, Australia, Japan, Canada and the United States. Grund said Surface is committed to providing superior professional products that respect personal health and the earth. Hairitage House staff members attending were owner Connie Mielke, Diane Hoehne, Joni Burmeister and Audrey Comer.
offer customized solutions designed for customer efficiency and productivity. Additionally, this certification authorizes Koenig Equipment to order and sell exclusive current and future John Deere FarmSight products available only to certified dealers. Koenig Equipment is prepared to advise customers by providing specialized support, services and solutions for these new products incorporating the latest technology. “John Deere FarmSight Certification will allow Koenig Equipment the opportunity to offer leading-edge precision technology along with customizable solutions to our agricultural customers,” stated Kurtis Shipp, lead consultant. According to Jack Koenig, Integrated Solutions manager, “We believe that Information management and analysis will be a vital part of the integrated solutions enterprise and the tools offered through John Deere FarmSight will enhance Koenig’s ability to assist customers in maximizing their returns within targeted segments of the farm production cycle or in total.” As part of the com-
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plete solutions approach, Koenig Equipment has education broadened and training of the sales, service, and parts departments across the entire organization. This mainstreaming initiative will allow Koenig Equipment personnel to more effectively support precision farming customers, now and in the future. For more information on Koenig Equipment’s Integrated Solutions/AMS program, contact one of their AMS consultants at 693-2221, or visit www.koenigequipment.com. To learn more about John Deere FarmSight certification, visit www.johndeere.com/far msight. Founded in 1904 by John C. Koenig and run by three successive generations of the Koenig family, Koenig Equipment is a local farm equipment dealer serving the agricultural communities and residential property owners in Ohio and Indiana. With 11 loacross two cations states, Koenig also specializes in brands such as Ferris, Honda, Stihl and Case IH. For more information, visit Koenig Equipment at www.koenigequipment.c om.
PERMITS
The following vendor permits were recently filed with the state of Ohio: • Michael J. Campbell, dba Spillway Bait & Tackle, 12201 State Route 362, Minster. • Feather Transportation, 4140 State Route 47, Fort Loramie. • Area Motor Sports LLC, 1283 Wapakoneta Ave. • Marvin Thomas Kennedy, 700 Fair Road. • Brooks Allan Bunnell, Big Kid Toy-mania, 101 N. Ohio Ave.
• Donald L. Rollins Sr., dba Lost Soul Tattoo 2, 219 E. Court St. • Rolling Hills Skate LLC, 105 E. Russell Road. • Total Performance and Detail LLC, 22146 Botkins Road, Jackson Center. • Trojan’s Den Pizza, 107 S. Main St., Botkins. • David L. Temple, dba Timberidge Limousine Service, 1390 Fourth Ave. • Kimberly Gallagher, dba Helping Hands, 3980 Leatherwood Creek Road.
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Tractor Supply Company, the largest retail farm and ranch store chain in the United States, has announced it will be the exclusive retailer of the Jonsered brand of professional grade chainsaws. This marks the first time this
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Sharon Hoying (left) and her husband Ed Hoying, both of Sidney, shop at Aunt Millie’s Bakery Outlet during its grand re-opening recently in the Sidney Plaza. Customers were treated to free hot dogs. The store sells baked goods for discount prices. Store hours are Monday through Friday 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Moon City BNI plans Visitor Day for businesses WAPAKONETA — Business Network International (BNI), a networking organization specializing in business referrals among its members, is holding a Visitor Day for the Wapakoneta chapter. Moon City BNI is a way for area businesses to experience growth by maximizing their networking efforts through word of mouth
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MINSTER — AutoOwners Insurance has announced that the M. C. Bernhold Insurance Agency Inc., of Minster, has been named one of the Top 10 Growth Agencies for the company in the state of Ohio for 2012. The agency was recognized at a luncheon meeting in Lima and at a reception with all regional associates, where its representatives and other recipients were presented with plaques commemorating their accomplishments. M. C. Bernhold Insurance Agency has repreAuto-Owners sented
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