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Obituaries

Patrick P. Snay

Patrick P. Snay Sr. 68 of Logansport, passed away Monday, September 26, 2016 at Memorial Hospital in Logansport. Born on November 9, 1947 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, he was the son of the late Walter Joseph and Ellen Grace (Stone)…

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October 4, 2016

Community

Five Ivy Tech Community College students awarded Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar

INDIANAPOLIS – The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation has awarded their “2016 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar” awards, in the amount of $1,000 each, to 200 students across the country. Five of the recipients are current Ivy Tech Community College students. Beginning…

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October 4, 2016

Community

Nearly $80 million going to rural communities for infrastructure improvements

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced today that nearly $80 million in federal transportation funding is being awarded to 64 cities, towns, and counties in rural portions of Indiana to invest in local road and bridge improvements as…

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October 3, 2016

Community

14 Things to Know for Monday, Oct. 3, 2016

Here are a few things we thought you might want to know today: The Cass County Commissioners will meet at 1 p.m. today at the Cass County Government Building. You can take a look at their agenda here. The Logansport…

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October 3, 2016

Community

Gubernatorial Debate Monday, Oct. 3, Vice Presidential Debate Tuesday, Oct. 4

The following information regarding debates between candidates for president and vice president, and Indiana’s candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, was compiled from information from the Indiana Debate Commission and Commission on Presidential Debates. GUBERNATORIAL DEBATE Democrat John Gregg, Republican…

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October 3, 2016

Obituaries

Nancy E. Christen

Nancy E. Christen, 66, of Logansport, passed away at 1:44 p.m. Friday, September 30, 2016, in Logansport Memorial Hospital. Born December 18. 1949, she was the daughter of the late William and Cleo (Covers) Jones. A graduate of Logansport High…

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October 2, 2016

Columns, Community

Bicentennial Coordinator says thanks

Cass County Communication Network welcomes letters to the editor and guest columns. The following guest column was submitted by Cass County Bicentennial Coordinator Lisa Terry. “Volunteers don’t get paid, not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless. ” ~Sherry Anderson…

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October 2, 2016

Community

Area employers to participate in Ivy Tech open houses for National Manufacturing Day on Oct. 7.

KOKOMO, Ind. — A number of area employers will be sharing information on modern manufacturing technologies used in our local communities on Oct. 7 as Ivy Tech Community College opens its School of Technology facilities on the Kokomo and Logansport…

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October 2, 2016

Community

USPS debuts first Halloween-themed stamps

ANOKA, MN — Let all ghosts and goblins beware. The U.S. Postal Service kicked off the 2016 Halloween celebration last week by issuing the Jack-o’-lanterns Forever Stamps at Anoka City Hall Plaza. Anoka is known as the “Halloween Capital of…

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October 1, 2016

Community

13 Things to Know for Friday, Sept. 30, 2016

Here are a few things you might want to know today: EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Yesterday was a big day for educators in our community. The first Indiana Teacher of the Year from Logansport was announced. Congratulations to Jitka Nelson of Logansport…

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September 30, 2016

Community, Education

North Central Indiana rolls out workforce grant

KOKOMO, Ind. – Industries from the North Central region of Indiana now have the opportunity to re-skill and up-skill their current employees with the help of a $250,000 federal grant. The North Central Indiana Regional Incumbent Worker Program focuses on…

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September 29, 2016

Community, Education

State Superintendent visits Landis

After receptions honoring three Logansport educators, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz visited Landis Elementary where she met with visitors from China and toured the school’s classrooms, including a stop in the dual-immersion kindergarten class where children are learning…

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September 29, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Two Logansport educators honored with inaugural Newby Awards

It was a day for honoring local educators in Logansport. Shortly after Jitka Nelson was named Indiana’s 2017 Teacher of the Year at Logansport High School, Mayor Dave Kitchell and Deputy Mayor Mercedes Brugh held a luncheon at Silver Lake…

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September 29, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Nelson named 2017 Indiana Teacher of the Year

(Click the play button above to listen to an interview with Indiana Teacher of the Year Jitka Nelson). Logansport High School’s Jitka Nelson was named Indiana’s Teacher of the Year on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016. Representatives from the Indiana Department…

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September 29, 2016

Community

12 Things to Know for Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016

Here are a few things you might want to know today: HALF-STAFF: Flags are at half-staff through sunset on Friday, Sept. 30 to honor the memory of former President and Prime Minister of Israel, Shimon Peres. More info here. COMMUNITY GRANTS:…

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September 29, 2016

Obituaries

Alice Elizabeth Kersey

Alice Elizabeth Kersey, 69, of Logansport passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Aperion Care Nursing Home in Peru. Born on April 16, 1947 in Logansport, she was the daughter of the late William W. and Genevieve E. (Jolly) Schrimsher.…

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September 29, 2016

Obituaries

Sue Ann Snavley Shaw

Sue Ann Snavley Shaw, 59, of Winamac passed away peacefully at 4:21 a.m., Monday September 26, 2016 at her residence. Born March 28, 1957 in Rensselaer, she was the daughter of the late John M. and Delores (Boze) Snavley. Sue…

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September 29, 2016

Community

Flags at half-staff through Friday, Sept. 30, 2016

Indianapolis – According to a presidential proclamation issued Monday evening, Governor Mike Pence is directing flags at state facilities statewide be flown at half-staff to honor the memory of former President and Prime Minister of Israel, Shimon Peres. Flags should…

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September 29, 2016

Community

Cass County Community Foundation awards 2016 community grants

The Cass County Community Foundation held a press conference and reception to announce the recipients of the 2016 CCCF Community Grant Awards on September 28, 2016 at Boondockers. The crowd of attendees included representatives of the recipient organizations, as well…

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September 29, 2016

Community, Government

City officials considering 2 percent pay hike for employees

Logansport city employees will be asked to pay more for their health insurance next year, but will earn more to cover the costs if a recommendation made Monday is approved by the full city council.

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September 28, 2016