Upcoming Events and Recognitions in the Community

ServSafe Training Available Next Week

• Location: John Jay Center for Learning, Portland
• Date: Tuesday, Nov. 25, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Details: Certification course for food service employees focusing on safe food handling practices.

QuickBooks Workshop

• Date: Dec. 3 and 4, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Details: Free workshop in partnership with the Indiana Small Business Development Center.

Bluffton Regional Medical Center Achieves “A” Safety Grade

• Recognition: Awarded by The Leapfrog Group for excellence in patient safety.

Ball State University Professor Honored

• Award: 2025 William Hatfield Distinguished Lifetime World Language Career Award
• Recipient: Professor Liu Li

Menards Toy Drive

• Duration: Through Dec. 15
• Details: Collecting new, unwrapped toys for those in need.

Dollar General Announces New COO

• New Appointment: Emily Taylor as Chief Operating Officer.

Leadership Changes in America’s Newspapers

• New Chair: Matt McMillan, CEO of Press Publications.

ServSafe Training Set for Next Week at John Jay Center for Learning

Portland, IN – Food service employees in the area have a valuable opportunity to enhance their skills next week, as the John Jay Center for Learning will host a ServSafe training session on Tuesday, November 25, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This certification course is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge about safe food and beverage handling practices, significantly reducing the risk of food-borne illnesses. With the increasing importance of food safety in the hospitality industry, this training is a must for anyone involved in food service.

“Ensuring food safety is crucial not just for compliance, but for the health and well-being of our community,” said a representative from the John Jay Center. “We encourage all food service employees to take advantage of this training.”

For those interested in registering or seeking more information, please contact the John Jay Center at (260) 729-5525.

In addition to the ServSafe training, the John Jay Center will also offer a free QuickBooks workshop on December 3 and 4, providing hands-on learning about financial software in partnership with the Indiana Small Business Development Center.

This initiative reflects a broader commitment to supporting local businesses and enhancing workforce skills in the Portland area. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to grow and learn!