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Government, State

Secretary of State Connie Lawson Urges Citizens to Report Elder Abuse

In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, Secretary of State Connie Lawson urges citizens to value and protect Indiana’s seniors by reporting possible abuse. “Although elder abuse comes in many forms – physical, financial, emotional, neglect…

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June 15, 2016

Community

Road closures on 600E and 500S in Cass County week of June 13, 2016

Cass County Highway announces two road closures for the week of Monday, June 13, 2016 both affecting heavily traveled roads. Due to the rain and the time required for fill material to set up, CR 600E will remain closed between…

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June 14, 2016

Obituaries

Mitchell T.J. “Mitch” Dresbaugh

Mitchell T.J. “Mitch” Dresbaugh, 68, of Logansport, passed away at 1:18 p.m. Saturday, June 11, 2016, in Community Howard Regional Health Hospital, Kokomo. Born July 1, 1947, in Hammond, he was the son of the late Theodore J. and Hazel…

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June 14, 2016

Community

ISDA accepting submissions for 9th annual photo contest

The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is now accepting submissions for the 9th annual photo contest, which was created to showcase the hard work and contributions made by Hoosier farmers. The contest is open to the general public, and…

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June 13, 2016

Community, Government

2014 State Audit for City of Logansport, LMU released

The Indiana State Board of Accounts has released its 2014 audit of the finances for both the City of Logansport and the Logansport Municipal Utilities. The audit, which was conducted earlier this year, indicates that the Logansport Municipal Utilities had…

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June 13, 2016

Community

Responder Readiness Drill set for June 16, 2016

On Thursday June 16, 2016 from approximately 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the Area Health Education Center in partnership with Prompt Ambulance Service and other emergency services will participate in a “Responder Readiness Drill.” A mass casualty incident will be…

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June 13, 2016

Community

Patacsil named Bicentennial Citizen of the Week

A member of Logansport’s elite group of individual state champions in high school sports is the latest recipient of a special city award. Ted Patacsil, who won a state championship in 1976 in his weight class and was a state…

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June 13, 2016

Obituaries

Adrian G. Ralstin

Adrian G. Ralstin, 93 of Mooresville formerly of Rochester and Kokomo, passed away at 2:50 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2016 at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. Born January 2, 1923 in Peru, he was the son of the late Guy…

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June 13, 2016

Community

Flags at half-staff to honor victims of attack in Orlando, Florida

As a mark of respect for the victims of the act of hatred and terror perpetrated on Sunday, June 12, 2016, in Orlando, Florida, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and…

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June 12, 2016

Community

GET TO KNOW: Guardian Angel Hospice

We want people to know about all the great things our community has to offer, so we’re inviting every business,organization and program in Cass County to be featured on Cass County Online. All you have to do is use this…

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June 12, 2016

State

Fireworks in Indiana: Buy Legally, Store and Use Safely

As Independence Day celebrations draw near, the Indiana State Fire Marshal is reminding Hoosiers about the safe and legal ways to buy and store fireworks. Fireworks should only be purchased from a vendor with a valid Indiana fireworks sales permit.…

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June 10, 2016

Obituaries

Mary J. Nichols

Mary J. Nichols, 61 of Logansport, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2016 in her residence. Born on August 9, 1954 in Logansport, Mary was the daughter of the late Richard and Violet M. (Titus) Ross. On May 8, 1987 in…

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June 10, 2016

Community

Hoosiers encouraged to limit risk, take precautions with high temps expected

INDIANAPOLIS – High temperatures are predicted in Indiana over the coming weekend and into next week. As temperatures hit new heights on Saturday, so do the risks for heat-related illnesses. Emergency medical professionals with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security are encouraging…

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June 10, 2016

Community

More HUD vouchers for city, county expected

More federal government housing assistance for elderly and low-income Cass County residents and their families may be available soon. On Wednesday, Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell, Logansport Housing Authority Executive Director Molly McBride and Authority Board Member Patrick McNarny met with…

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June 9, 2016

Community

Photos of Hoosier Homestead Award farms sought for 2016 Cass County Fair

The Cass County 4-H Association is seeking photographs of Cass County farms and/or farm families that have been recipients of the Hoosier Homestead Award. In honor of Indiana’s rich agricultural heritage, the Hoosier Homestead Award Program recognizes families with farms…

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June 9, 2016

Community

Storm Shelter Program Re-Opened for Application

Indianapolis – The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) has re-opened a program that will provide financial support to Indiana residents who wish to construct and install a severe weather safe room in their home. Financial assistance will be provided…

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June 9, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Middle School End of Year Awards for 2015-2016

Congratulations to the following Columbia Middle School students! Eighth Grade Awards Exemplars (Citizenship) – Alejandro Barba, Manuela Bartolome, Hector Elias, Daima Fermoselle, Manuel Flores, Joseline Hernandez, Michael Lorenzo, Ashley Montero, Diana Pearson, Heidi Reed, Natalya Reynoso, Galilea Romo, Wendy Sandoval…

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June 9, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Elementary School 2015-2016 Honor Roll for 4th 9 weeks

Congratulations to the Columbia Elementary students who made the honor roll for the final grading period of the 2015-2016 school year! Kindergarten All Stars Miguel Baltazar-Juan, Aylin Contreras, Bradley Edwards, Gaspar De Gaspar Felipe, Fabiana Lopez Nicolas, Axel Loran, Riley…

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June 9, 2016

Columns, Community

The Little Theatre That Could: An Inspirational Journey

Guest Column by Barry Taylor, State Theatre Preservation Society CFO/Treasurer You have likely heard that a non-profit was formed to restore the State Theatre in downtown Logansport, Ind. Several theatres around the state have been restored through both community and…

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June 8, 2016

Achievements, Education

Ivy Tech student awarded Jack Kent Cooke scholarship

KOKOMO, Ind. — Caleb Sedam of Logansport, a student in Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Region, has been awarded the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship worth up to $40,000 a year to complete a bachelor’s degree at a…

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June 8, 2016