Indiana University Kokomo

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Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Hooding ceremony celebrates Indiana University Kokomo graduate students

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo celebrated the hard work and dedication of its graduate students, honoring them at the annual master’s hooding ceremony Friday (May 5). Forty-seven students in the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public Management…

May 9, 2023

Community, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo Circle of Ivy raises more than $16,000 to support student success

Women’s philanthropic donations funded five projects in service area KOKOMO, Ind. – More than 60 members of the Kokomo chapter of Ivy Tech Community College’s Circle of Ivy celebrated spring and their commitment to the College’s students at a festive…

May 9, 2023

Community, Press Release

Girl Scout elect board members at annual celebration event

(Fort Wayne, IN) – Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana elected the following board members at their annual celebration event held Saturday, May 6, at Camp Ella J. Logan near Syracuse: Directors at large elected for three-year terms ending in 2026:…

May 9, 2023

Community

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Teachers: Thank You to the Moon and Back! In Appreciation of Educators, NASA Presents Digital Learning Week NASA’s Science Activation Program invites learners of all ages, including students and…

May 9, 2023

Obituaries

Nicholas Lee Tomlinson

Nicholas Lee Tomlinson, 40, Logansport, passed away May 5, 2023. Born February 8, 1983, in Logansport, he was the son of Cheryl (Gordon) Tomlinson and the late Greg Tomlinson. His mother survives in Logansport. Nick attended Logansport High School and…

May 8, 2023

Obituaries

John Danuiel Thompson

John Danuiel Thompson, 68, of Royal Center, passed away at home on Saturday, May 6, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born September 21, 1954, in Franklin, Indiana, he was the son of the late Ambrose Danuiel and Betty (Cobb) Thompson…

May 8, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Flags at half-staff through May 11, 2023 in honor and remembrance of victims in Allen, Texas

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of the victims of the horrific tragedy in Allen, Texas. Flags should be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Thursday, May…

May 8, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor directs flags to be flown at half-staff Sunday, May 7, 2023 in honor of the National Firefighters Memorial Service

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff statewide Sunday, May 7, 2023, in honor of the National Firefighters Memorial Service and to pay our respects to the brave firefighters and first responders who…

May 6, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Nursing students lauded in traditional pinning ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) welcomed new nurses into the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony Thursday (May 4) in Havens Auditorium. Nursing graduate Maya Vandergriff welcomed the class,…

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May 5, 2023

Education, Press Release

Ceremony honors Indiana University Kokomo’s radiologic sciences graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) celebrated the accomplishments of its graduates in radiologic sciences at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony on Thursday (May 4). Faculty and staff congratulated graduates in…

May 5, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Future teachers honored at recognition ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind — The Indiana University Kokomo School of Education welcomed 55 new teachers to the profession at its annual recognition ceremony Wednesday (May 3) in Havens Auditorium. Chancellor Mark Canada congratulated the graduates, noting the importance of the work they…

May 5, 2023

Obituaries

Melissa “Mae” Agee

Melissa “Mae” Agee, 71, of Winamac passed away at 2:22 a.m., Friday, May 5, 2023 at Pulaski Healthcare Center in Winamac. Born on December 18, 1951 in Pulaski County, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Julie (Bailey)…

May 5, 2023

Obituaries

Ruth L. (Wertz) Quinn

Ruth L. Quinn, 91, of Logansport, passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at McKinney Place in Logansport. Born on December 24, 1931, in Young America, Indiana, Ruth is the daughter of the late Russel and Inez (Cress) Wertz. On February…

May 5, 2023

Obituaries

Dana L. Crain

Dana L. Crain, age 74, Logansport passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023, in Memorial Hospital. She was surrounded and comforted by her family. Born January 12, 1949, in Logansport, she was the daughter of Richard and…

May 5, 2023

Community, Press Release

U.S. 35 to have two closures between Winamac and Dunkirk beginning on or after May 8, 2023

CASS AND PULASKI COUNTIES Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor RAM Construction Services will close U.S. 35 in two locations between State Road 24 and State Road 14 for approximately two weeks beginning on or after Monday, May 8. …

May 4, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Lt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA announce program partnership with AARP Indiana to benefit Hoosiers 50-Plus

INDIANAPOLIS – In an effort to further the missions of both AARP’s Livable Communities program and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority’s (IHCDA) CreatINg Places crowdgranting program, a pilot partnership called CreatINg Livable Communities has been established between the two…

May 3, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Lyndsey Stewart finds ‘a new Lyndsey’ at Ivy Tech Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. – Transformation. It’s more than a word at Ivy Tech. It’s a goal, a commitment … and for students like Lyndsey Stewart, a life-changing reality. Stewart will graduate from Ivy Tech Kokomo on May 12 and by her…

May 3, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Veteran sets example for her sons by earning degree at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — A calling to make veterans’ lives better brought Trisha Norfleet to Indiana University Kokomo. After she graduates this month with a degree in psychology, she looks forward to a career in veteran services. “It’s very rewarding working…

May 3, 2023

Community, Press Release

Tyson Foods honored for programs focused on communities, environmental achievement and diversity, equity & inclusion

North American Meat Institute Recognizes Tyson Foods with 80 Awards SPRINGDALE, Ark. – Tyson Foods (NYSE: TSN) announced the company and individual plants received 80 awards from the North American Meat Institute (NAMI). The global protein leader received the Community…

May 3, 2023

Press Release, State

State of Indiana, Purdue University and Belgium-based Imec Announce MOU on R&D partnership powering state’s semiconductor ecosystem growth

Trans-Atlantic research and development collaboration intends to bridge world-class expertise and state-of-the-art technology to advance future-focused Indiana economy INDIANAPOLIS – Today during the SelectUSA Investment Summit, Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers joined U.S. Senator…

May 3, 2023