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Two injured in Cass County crash

Royal Center – Saturday, Sept. 21 at approximately 6:49 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on Cass County Road 825 West near Cass County Road 250 North, in which two people were severely…

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September 22, 2019

Community

Applications being accepted for apprenticeships with Tyson Foods in Logansport

KOKOMO, Ind. — A new maintenance trainee apprenticeship program has begun at Tyson Foods in Logansport that provides individuals the opportunity to “get paid while you train.” Tyson Foods is working with Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area and…

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September 19, 2019

Community

Logansport mayor applauds county cooperation on park

Efforts to compromise on the expansion of county jail parking were not reached Wednesday night, but Mayor Dave Kitchell said today that the city and county are working more closely together. Four Logansport City Council members agreed not to advance…

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September 19, 2019

Community

Weekend Work: Construction Around Marion County September 20-23, 2019

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to be aware in construction zones across Marion County. INDOT will have construction crews in five different locations around Indianapolis. They will be working to repair winter damage by extending…

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September 19, 2019

Community

Melbourne Park playground closing September 30, 2019

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that starting on Monday, Sept. 30, 2019, the playground at Melbourne Park will be closed until further notice. Demolition of the current playground will begin to make way for construction of a…

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September 19, 2019

Community

CCCF to hold press conference and reception for 2019 grant award recipients on Sept. 26

The public is invited to the Cass County Community Foundation press conference and reception on Thursday September 26 at 4:30 p.m. at the Community Foundation Board Room, 729 E. Market St. to announce the recipients of CCCF’s 2019 competitive community…

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September 19, 2019

Community, Education

Indiana participates in National College Application Week

(INDIANAPOLIS) – Fifteen Indiana colleges will waive college application fees during Indiana’s College Application Week, September 23-27, according to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Another 17 colleges have reported free applications year-round. In addition, nearly 100 high schools across…

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September 19, 2019

Community

‘The Movies’ theme of ’19 Light Up Parade

The fourth annual Christmas Parade in Logansport will incorporate the silver screen. The 2019 Light Up Logansport Parade Nov. 29 will incorporate “The Movies” as the theme for floats and entries. Festivities will include a free movie at the State…

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September 18, 2019

Community

Regional planning in works for broadband access

Improving rural areas around Logansport to enhance economic development and the quality of life may be streamlined through a study funded by the Wabash Heartland Innovation Network . The Lafayette-based consortium of 10 counties has announced a two-year study of…

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September 18, 2019

Community

Cass County Traffic Safety Partnership issues 155 citations, makes 17 arrests during Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

Over a 25-day period, the Cass County Traffic Safety Partnership issued 155 traffic citations and made 17 arrests as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over mobilization. About 230 Indiana law enforcement agencies joined thousands nationwide to…

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September 18, 2019

Community

Applications open thru January 5 for 2020 500 Festival Princess Program, presented by Reis-Nichols

INDIANAPOLIS – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and program that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500®, is accepting applications for the 2020 500 Festival Princess Program, presented by Reis-Nichols. Since 1959, the 500…

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September 18, 2019

Community, Police/Fire

Update on September 17, 2019 vehicle pursuit in Cass County

On Sept. 17, the Cass County Drug Task Force was conducting an investigation which resulted in a 15-minute vehicle pursuit that traveled approximately 18 miles throughout Cass County. At the request of the Drug Task Force, Deputy Scott Turney with…

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September 18, 2019

Community

Williams, Weaver named 2019 Newby Award recipients

An elementary art teacher and a former English teacher who was actively involved in academic coaching were recognized today. Jane Williams of Landis Elementary and retired Logansport High School teacher Joe Weaver have been named the 2019 winners of the…

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September 18, 2019

Community

Donato sworn in as state senator for District 18

STATEHOUSE – State Sen.-elect Stacey Donato (R-Logansport) became the state senator for Indiana Senate District 18 after taking the oath of office on Sept. 17, 2019. She was sworn in by Indiana Supreme Court Justice Mark S. Massa. Donato fills…

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September 17, 2019

Community

Camden man sentenced to 20 years for dealing methamphetamine

Cass County Prosecuting Attorney Lisa Swaim announced that Joshua Lee Hewitt, 38, of Camden, pled guilty to one felony count of dealing in methamphetamine and was sentenced in Cass Superior Court 2 by Judge Rick Maughmer to 20 years in…

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September 17, 2019

Community, Education

Registration open for October 2019 classes at Ivy Tech

KOKOMO – Registration for classes that start Oct. 28 is open at Ivy Tech Community College and the admissions offices at Kokomo and Logansport campuses are ready Mondays through Fridays to help prospective students get ready to start class. “Ivy…

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September 17, 2019

Obituaries

Kenneth M. Alcorn

Kenneth M. Alcorn, age 58, Logansport, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019, in Memorial Hospital of South Bend. His life journey ended from complications of small cell lung cancer. Born December 12, 1960, in Logansport, he was the son of…

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September 17, 2019

Obituaries

Robert G. Darling, Jr.

Robert G. Darling, Jr. 69 of Lake Bruce, formerly of Indianapolis, passed away at 2:02 p.m., Saturday, September 14, 2019 at South Bend Memorial Hospital. Born on June 2, 1950, he was the son of Robert Sr. and Virginia Darling.…

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September 17, 2019

Community

Update regarding Cass County Superior Court II Judge

FUNERAL INFORMATION: A funeral service celebrating the life of Judge Richard A. Maughmer will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, September 21, 2019, at First Congregational Church, 505 W. Mulberry Street, Kokomo, with Pastor Jon Tice officiating. Burial will follow…

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September 17, 2019

Community

Flags at half-staff in Cass County to honor former State Rep. Bob Sabatini

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in Cass County to be flown at half-staff to honor the life of former state Rep. Robert N. “Bob” Sabatini. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on…

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September 16, 2019