Sunday, August 21, 2011

Central State Distributors revitalizes ailing firm


LANCASTER COUNTY


I did some research and accidents caused by running red lights yield a higher percentage of injury or death than any other accident. Since accidents of this nature are often "T-bones," the damage is almost always catastrophic.He is described as white, aged about 15, 5ft 6in and he speaks with a stutter.Many, not all, left-wing zealots are doing exactly what they claim to abhor. Death threats on prominent right-wing spokesmen have risen significantly. If a radicalized left-winger shoots a Palin, a Beck, a Limbaugh, will we have a Sirota to blame?If you cannot vote for a candidate, you should not be allowed to contribute to his campaign.My father is a police officer for the CSPD and, as I'm sure you can imagine, he often comes home disgruntled by the poor drivers among us. There are many irresponsible driving habits that frustrate him, but the biggest thorn in his side is the running of red lights. His recent berating of red light running has made me more conscious of the offense. At least once a day I encounter a driver who insists on turning left, even though the arrow clearly shines red in their faces, or someone with a lead foot, dedicated to beating a light. Running red lights has become a big problem in Colorado Springs, and seeing as I'm an inexperienced teenage driver, it scares the acne right off my face.The health of our country is all we really need - the rest will follow."We're going to maintain that name," he said. "It was a very good name for many years."Taking over a faltering business is tricky, but Central State adopted the right approach, said Bob Cook, a business intermediary with Summit Advisory of Strasburg who consults on acquisition and business succession issues.Use a lower gearTheir suggestions may include steps such as evaluating leadership capacity, setting up a secondary leadership team and making sure finances and business practices are well documented, he said.Even before the transaction was completed, Central State transferred Allison's phone number to its offices and reached out to its unsatisfied customers, Boarman said.Ron Martin is a project supervisor with Vanguard Development Group, a real estate developer based in the outskirts of Lancaster. He said he was pleased when he heard Central State was taking over Allison."They took the high ground," he said. "I commend them. They've done it in the appropriate way."BY TIM STUHLDREHER"Customer service was his top priority," she said.Just can't give it upCentral State has been Vanguard's garage door installer for several years, while Allison was Martin's installer through 2003, when he ended his 27 -year career as an independent residential contractor.Central State has a full-time employee dedicated to the Allison service area, with additional employees available as needed, and has outfitted a new truck with the Allison logo.The issue of running red lights was discussed not too long ago ("Facing eternity at a red light" Jan. 7, The Gazette) and I thought the topic was worthy of reiteration.Derel Schrocktims@journalpub.comIt took several weeks to clear the backlog of unfilled orders, and one still occasionally crops up, Boarman said. However, almost all calls today are new business, he said.The Jan. 4 article about contributions to Colorado Springs mayoral candidates demonstrates very clearly the need for campaign finance reform.I realize after reading the article that she has had a difficult life, and I was devastated to read about the death of her husband, also delivering papers. It is in how we respond to difficulty and tragedy that defines who we are, and she was a beautiful woman with a wonderful work ethic. These days it is unfortunately rather difficult to find people who take pride in a job well done, and she did that. I am sorry that I was never able to meet her and thank her in person for her service. Rest in peace, Kristina. You are missed.After a recent storm of rain, snow and wind in the Chapel Hills area, I felt something was wrong with my car. Pulling into a convenience area, I soon discovered a flat tire.Anyone with information can call Pc 873 Ashton at Huddersfield Police Station on 01484 436906.

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Author: Stuhldreher, Tim


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