Understanding the Indiana Gas Tax

February 1st, 2012

Have you ever wondered how the Indiana Gas Tax works or how the money we pay for a gallon of gas is distributed between State and Federal Taxes?   Build Indiana Council (BIC) recently launched an informative video that explains the Indiana Gas Tax in a concise, easy-to-understand format for everyone to view. 

Adequate funding for Indiana roads and bridges is key to the continued success and growth of our great State and we encourage visitors to our website who are interested in learning more about this important topic to view the video by clicking the link below. 

Understanding the Indiana State Gas Tax

 

 

Annual Safety Meeting Dates Announced

January 31st, 2012

The 2012 Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. Annual Safety Meetings will take place on Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6 at the Santa Claus Methodist Church in Santa Claus, Indiana.  Every employee will be required to attend one of the two meetings, featuring important safety topics, insurance and 401k announcements and reviews, company information and news, and as always, a riveting key note speaker.  Todd Huston, a dynamic individual who knows how to overcome incredible challenges to live a life of POWER and PASSION will speak to employees about facing difficulties and learning how to overcome them.  More information will be available in the coming weeks.

Cape Sandy Quarry #1 Recognized as 6th Largest in US

December 7th, 2011

The November issue of Rock Products lists Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. Cape Sandy Quarry #1 as the 6th highest producing single-site quarry in the United States.  The list details the top ten and includes interesting facts about each one. 

Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc.’s Cape Sandy Quarry #1 is located in Leavenworth, Indiana.  The quarry was opened in 1963 and currently has 130 employees. 

It takes great communication, dedicated employees and a lot of hard work to operate the 6th highest producing single-site quarry in the United States. 

Rock Products November 2011 Issue

Mulzer Football Frenzy Contest

December 5th, 2011

Jumpstart your excercise and nutrition goals by participating in Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc.’s 4-week Football Frenzy Contest!

Our contest will run from December 18 to January 14 and all employees and their spouses are eligible to particpate. 

To participate, you (and your spouse) will need to fill out a registration form (available at your location soon) and return it to work before the program begins on December 18. 

To be eligible for the prize drawings, you’ll need to:

  • Exercise 30 continuous minutes at least 4 days per week (outside of work).
  • Eat 4 fruits and/or vegetables at least 4 days per week.
  • Keep your score on the log sheet (to be provided).

Registered participants will also need to turn in their completed log sheets each week.  These log sheets will be entered into weekly drawings for five (5) $10 Subway gift cards.  These drawings will be held on 12/30/11, 1/6/12, 1/16/12 and 1/20/12.

Prizes for participants will be drawn at the Annual Safety Meeting in March!

For more information, click on the link below.

Mulzer Football Frenzy Poster

 

 

 

Great American Smoke Out – TODAY!

November 17th, 2011

The American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout is Today, November 17, 2011!

 

This could be the day you stop smoking or using other types of tobaccos!  Maybe you could make a plan to quit today?  The choice is yours!

 

By quitting tobacco, you can help lower your risk for the following:

  • Gum Disease
  • Cancer (oral, lung esophagus, etc.)
  • Heart Attack
  • Stroke

Click the link below to learn how tobacco impacts your health, especially your oral health.

Tobacco Free & Smiling!

When it comes to tobacco, it’s good to be a quitter!!!!

 

Kristi Applegate Joins MCS as Accounts Receivable Manager

November 14th, 2011

Kristi Applegate has been named Accounts Receivable Manager at Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc.  Applegate joined MCS in September and will be responsible for overseeing the customer billing process, as well as various A/R duties.  Applegate is a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana and has a degree in Accounting.  Welcome to the Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. Family Kristi!

Kristi Applegate

 

2011 Employee Christmas Parties

November 2nd, 2011

The 2011 Mulzer Crushed Stone, Inc. Annual Christmas Parties will be held on the following dates/times. Retirees are invited to attend. Please note these are subject to change.

Shamblin Stone – Saturday, December 3
Charlestown Quarry – Tuesday, December 13 at 4:00 pm EST
Abydel Quarry – Wednesday, December 14 at 4:00 pm EST
Temple Quarry – Wednesday, December 14 at 4:00 pm EST
Tower Quarry – Wednesday, December 14 at 4:00 pm EST
New Amsterdam Quarry – Thursday, December 15 at 12:00 pm EST
Cape Sandy Quarry – Thursday, December 15 at 4:00 pm EST
Newburgh Yard – Thursday, December 15 at 4:00 pm CST
Maltersville Yard – Friday, December 16 at 12:00 pm EST
Rockport Yard – Friday, December 16 at 2:30 pm CST
Tell City – Friday, December 16 at 4:00 pm CST
Evansville* Yard – Friday, December 16 at 4:30 pm CST

*Evansville Yard party includes Griffin, Henderson, I-164, Mt. Vernon and Petersburg.

New Links Added to Benefit Employee Health & Wellness

November 1st, 2011

Check out the Links section under Employee Connection and discover new resources available with the click of your mouse to help aid you in your quest for a healthier lifestyle!

Click Here to go straight to the Links

Pet Rock Fun on Halloween!

October 31st, 2011

Students at Westside Catholic in Evansville made pet rocks during their Halloween party last week.  The students enjoyed dressing up in their halloween costumes and learned a little bit about rocks in the process! 

This Mummy really enjoyed pet rocks!

 

 

All the ghouls and goblins were hard at work making pet rocks!

 

 

Nancy Hanks Elementary School 3rd Classes Visit Cape Sandy

October 31st, 2011

Two third grade classes from Nancy Hanks Elementary School in Spencer County, Indiana, visited Cape Sandy Quarry last week in conjunction with two months of studying rocks and minerals in their classrooms.  The students were given a tour of Cape Sandy Quarry, a chance to sit in the cab of one of the quarry dump trucks and made pet rocks. 

Delighted visitors from Nancy Hanks Elementary School.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Students pose for a class photo.

Students pose at the quarry for a class photo.