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Community, State

Healthy Indiana Plan extended for one month

Governor Eric Holcomb said today Indiana has received an extension to continue operation of the state’s Healthy Indiana Plan through Feb. 28. The current HIP program was set to expire Jan. 31. “We had hoped to receive approval of our…

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January 30, 2018

Governor Holcomb at Advanced Manufacturing Night in Logansport

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Logansport HS hosts first Advanced Manufacturing Night

Students, parents and community members had the opportunity to visit with representatives from more than a dozen area employers and educational institutions during Logansport High School’s first Advanced Manufacturing Night on Friday, January 26. Representatives had displays and were available…

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January 28, 2018

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Indiana’s tax season opens January 29, 2018

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will open the 2018 individual income tax filing season on January 29, 2018. The last day of tax season is scheduled for April 17, 2018. Hoosier…

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January 28, 2018

Community

Tax Filing Season Begins Jan. 29, Tax Returns Due April 17; Help Available for Taxpayers

The nation’s tax season will begin Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 and the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers claiming certain tax credits that refunds won’t be available before late February. The IRS will begin accepting tax returns on Jan. 29, with…

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January 28, 2018

Community

Top 5 reasons you should always buy Girl Scout cookies

Fort Wayne, IN – Have you noticed Girl Scouts selling cookies around town for the past few weeks? Maybe you’re in a hurry or have already spent your grocery budget for the week. But next time a Girl Scout asks…

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January 28, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

ISP investigating police involved shooting in Walton

Walton – The Indiana State Police, at the request of the Cass County Sheriff’s Department, is investigating a police involved shooting in which a Walton, IN, man died. The preliminary investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Maller revealed this…

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January 27, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

Promise Kept During Ceremony Honoring Trooper Daniel Barrett

Fulton County – “He will never be forgotten.” These words have been echoed many times since the tragic death of Indiana State Police Trooper Daniel Barrett on January 27, 2008. The promise was kept Friday, as police officers from various…

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January 27, 2018

Community, State

Holcomb, Crouch announce Next Level Veterans initiative

STATEHOUSE – On Friday, Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch to unveil Indiana’s Next Level Veterans initiative. This new statewide program brings together public and private organizations to recruit, employ and connect discharging military personnel to Indiana…

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January 27, 2018

Community

Clover named ‘Citizen of the Week’

An administrator who has played critical roles in the transitions at Logansport State Hospital over the past 20 years is recognized with a special city honor. Rob Clover, who is retiring as administrator at the hospital, has been named Citizen…

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January 27, 2018

Community, Education, State

Indiana Department of Education Launches New Teacher Recruitment and Retention Campaign

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) has announced the launch of a teacher recruitment and retention campaign. Two new websites, EducateIN.org and Indiana.Teachers-Teachers.com, will provide those looking for a career in the classroom the opportunity to connect with…

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January 27, 2018

Community

Let’s Finish Strong: Salvation Army Campaign to End 1-31-18

The Salvation Army in Logansport is reaching the end of its main fundraising season. The Salvation Army was blessed this Christmas season to have dedicated volunteers, employees, and generous donors make a greater impact in Cass County. “There were a…

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January 25, 2018

Community

Purdue students take center stage at State Theatre

More than 90 senior civil engineering students from Purdue University were tasked to come up with a solution to water problems at Logansport’s downtown theater. Students in Prof. Robert Jacko’s class were in Logansport Tuesday morning. They were welcomed with…

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January 24, 2018

Community

CCCF invites you to “Give Your Heart to the Community”

The Cass County Community Foundation announces its 2018 “Give Your Heart to the Community” Campaign. CCCF President Deanna Crispen shared “We are very excited to once again offer our annual Valentines serenades. This signature fundraising event is now in its…

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January 24, 2018

Community

2018 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count to survey homeless living in all 92 Indiana counties

This week, the Indiana Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoSCoC) and the Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP) will conduct the 2018 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count in Indiana. Under the direction of these agencies, and local coordinators, hundreds of volunteers from around the state will conduct…

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January 24, 2018

Community, Government, State

House committee advances Friend’s CBD oil bill

STATEHOUSE – The House Committee on Courts and Criminal Code today voted in favor of State Rep. Bill Friend’s (R-Macy) bill that would expand access to CBD oil in Indiana by legalizing industrial hemp products. Friend’s proposal would allow products,…

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January 24, 2018

Community

Derailment blocks two Logansport lines

Two cars of a southbound Norfolk Southern freight train derailed at approximately 3 p.m. Wednesday in downtown Logansport. Logansport police, along with Cass County Emergency Management Agency Director Alvin Beckman and railroad employees remain at the scene. The accident involved…

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January 24, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

Suspect arrested following string of church burglaries

The Logansport Police Department has been investigating reported church burglaries during the last week. The first burglary was reported to the Logansport Police Department on Jan. 16 at 7:05 p.m. The Refuge Worship Center, 1655 Michigan Ave., reported that they…

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January 24, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

Correction officer arrested on drug charges

Members of the Cass County Drug Task Force received information Saturday, Jan. 20 from the investigations and intelligence division at the Miami County Correctional Facility involving alleged drug trafficking by a correction officer who resides in Logansport. A subsequent investigation…

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January 24, 2018

Community

Red Cross winter blood shortage reaches critical level

FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Ongoing severe winter weather has more than doubled the number of canceled American Red Cross blood drives and the resulting blood and platelet donation shortfall since earlier this month. The Red Cross now considers the situation…

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January 23, 2018