Cass County Communication Network

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Community, Health, Press Release

4C Health welcomes Lindsay Potts as Chief Operating Officer

North Central, IN — 4C Health is pleased to announce that Lindsay Potts has joined the organization as Chief Operating Officer, effective May 4, 2026. Potts brings more than 20 years of experience in behavioral health care delivery, serving as…

May 4, 2026

Community, Education

NASA Skywatching Tips, What’s Up May 2026, photos of Artemis II Crew flying around the moon, and a video of NASA Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday

Here are a few links shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: NASA Skywatching Tips What’s Up May 2026 Credits: NASA/JPL Images of the Artemis II Crew flying around the dark side of the moon Orion in the…

May 4, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Tyson Foods – Logansport announces 2026 scholarship recipients

Tyson Foods – Logansport is proud to share the 2026 Beef & Pork Scholarship recipients. This year, 10 outstanding students will receive scholarship awards ranging from $500 to $2,000, totaling $10,000, to support their educational goals. The purpose of the…

May 4, 2026

Obituaries

Shirley Elaine Foreman

Shirley Elaine Foreman, 69, of Walton, Indiana passed away on April 30, 2026, surrounded by her family after a brief and private battle with cancer. Born in Logansport, she was the daughter of Ben and Virginia (Haynes) DeHaven, who preceded…

May 1, 2026

Obituaries

Paul James Malott

Paul James Malott, 91, of Rochester, Indiana, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Born November 21, 1934, in Logansport, Indiana, he was the son of the late James and Mary (Henning)…

May 1, 2026

Obituaries

Dora E. Ortiz

Dora E. Ortiz, 60 of Logansport passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on October 13, 1965 in Mexico, she is the daughter of Graciela Gonzalez and the late Francisco Javier Avila. She…

May 1, 2026

Obituaries

Kenneth F. Ausperk

Kenneth F. Ausperk, 76 of Logansport passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at Parkview Logansport Hospital. Born on November 25, 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of the late Gilbert and Mary (Veccia) Ausperk. He was…

May 1, 2026

Obituaries

Thomas J. Ashcraft

Thomas John “TJ” Ashcraft passed away peacefully at home on April 24th at 1:16a.m., surrounded by his loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. TJ was a devoted father, a loyal friend, and a hard worker who…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana First Lady announces new initiative to INspire Healthy Families

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun today announced the launch of INspire Healthy Families, a new Indiana Department of Health initiative that she is championing. The purpose of INspire Healthy Families is to help Hoosier families build healthier habits together through simple, practical daily…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Attorney General launches IN Fuel Watch

New online portal brings transparency to Indiana gas prices during declared energy emergency On April 28, 2026, Attorney General Todd Rokita launched IN Fuel Watch, a new public online portal that provides real-time gasoline prices at more than 4,600 Indiana gas stations around the entire state. The user-friendly website allows Hoosiers to search, filter and…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Governor strengthens Indiana’s competitiveness with China, establishes safeguards against foreign adversaries

INDIANAPOLIS – On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Indiana Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed two bills into law to protect Hoosiers, strengthen state oversight, and ensure Indiana remains competitive in the face of growing threats from foreign adversaries. Senate Enrolled Act 256 establishes new…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor improves child care access and affordability, supports working families

INDIANAPOLIS – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed HEA 1177, legislation that expands employer-supported child care options and helps more Hoosier families access affordable, reliable child care. “Affordable child care is one of the biggest pressures on family…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor announces IN AI to grow jobs and wages through human-centered AI

INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Governor Mike Braun announced IN AI, a new statewide initiative focused on helping businesses grow, create jobs, and increase wages through the practical application of human-centered artificial intelligence. The initiative will be executed by the…

May 1, 2026

Community, Press Release

Rent Fun kiosks available at Iron Horse Park in Logansport

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department reminds the public that ping pong, cornhole, and foosball are available at Iron Horse Park, next to The Pavilion and the Farmer’s Market. Visitors may bring their own cornhole bags or ping pong paddles,…

May 1, 2026

Community

4C Health announces Rural Pre-Med Summer Internship Immersive

4C Health is announcing the implementation of a rural Indiana Pre-Med Summer Internship Immersive starting in the summer of 2027. This immersive experience for pre-med students will cover Cass, Miami, Fulton, Pulaski, White, Howard, and Tipton counties spanning psychiatry and…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

IUK students win NCAA competition in March Madness class

KOKOMO, Ind. — Everyone loves an underdog story — especially in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. A team of Indiana University Kokomo students outperformed teams from IU Indianapolis, Indiana State University, Butler University, Ball State University, and University of Indianapolis to…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

NMAT students create logo for Howard County Science Fair

KOKOMO, Ind. — When the 63rd annual Howard County Science Fair takes place in February 2027, it will include a new logo created by an Indiana University Kokomo student. Erika Creighton’s design was chosen from eight submitted by students in…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Graduating teachers honored at Indiana University Kokomo recognition ceremony

KOKOMO, Ind. — Faculty and staff in the Indiana University Kokomo Division of Education, along with the 2026 Indiana Teacher of the Year, welcomed 50 new teachers into the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony. Scott Jones, executive…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Pioneer Regional School District Superintendent completes rigorous Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents’ EPIC Leadership Program

Royal Center, IN — Dr. Charles Grable, Pioneer Regional School Corporation Superintendent recently completed the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents’ (IAPSS) EPIC (Educators Preparing Inspired Change) program—Indiana’s premier leadership development initiative designed to equip top school leaders with advanced…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Undergraduate research spotlighted at annual IU Kokomo Student Research Symposium

KOKOMO, Ind. — When most people think of research, they think of surveys, finding sources in a library, or working with test tubes and microscopes in a laboratory. That’s not the kind of research Braelyn McAdams does. Working with Lina…

May 1, 2026