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Achievements, Community

Pasquale named Logansport Citizen of the Week

Carol Pasquale retired last week after a 49-year career at Logansport State Hospital. She was recognized by the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration. Today, she adds the honor of being named Logansport’s Citizen of the Week. Mayor Dave Kitchell,…

April 8, 2019

Achievements, Community

Mitchell named ‘Citizen of the Week’

The director of the local shelter for the homeless is a British native, but he calls Logansport home. Jason Mitchell also has found a home helping the homeless in Logansport as director of the Emmaus Mission Center. His work in…

April 1, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Lewis Cass Honor Roll for 3rd Quarter of 2018-2019 School Year

Congratulations to the following Lewis Cass students who made the honor roll for the 3rd quarter of the 2018-2019 school year: 6th Grade High Honor Roll Jaylynn Elpers, Nolan Hahn, Allen Healton, Curtis Henry, Sydney Holmquist, Riley Johnson, Madeline Leicht,…

March 31, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Landis Elementary Honor Roll for 3rd Quarter of 2018-2019 School Year

Congratulations to the following Landis Elementary students who made the honor roll for the 3rd quarter of the 2018-2019 school year: 1st Grade All Stars Elena Azpeitia, Madelyn Broomfield, Patrick Cobb, Yorley Contreras-Hernandez, Angel Gazcon, Juan Guajardo, Alexander Helton, Bronson…

March 28, 2019

Achievements, Community

Logansport High School Honor Roll for 3rd Quarter of 2018-2019 School Year

Congratulations to the following Logansport High School students who made the honor roll for the 3rd quarter of the 2018-2019 school year: 4.0+ 9th Grade Lorena Alvarez-Gomez, Brayan Escobedo, Guadalupe Figueroa, Magdalene Fincher, Laritza Garcia Miranda, Evan Gay, Liam Gay,…

March 28, 2019

Achievements, Community

Head honors Pioneer High School athletes

State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport, podium) presents Senate Concurrent Resolution 51 in the Senate Chamber Thursday, March 21. SCR 51 recognized the Pioneer High School girls’ softball team for winning the 2018 Indiana High School Athletic Association Class A state…

March 26, 2019

Four people pose for photo as Myers Spring Company with Governor's Half Century Award

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Myers Spring Company, S.U.S. Cast Products honored for longevity, service to Hoosier workforce

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb honored 65 Indiana companies and organizations on March 21 during an event at the Indiana Statehouse, presenting each with the Governor’s Century or Half Century Business Award in recognition of each company’s longevity and…

March 21, 2019

Achievements, Community

Perez named Logansport Citizen of the Week

On the football field, one former local player was known for his booming kicks. Now, he’ll be getting his kicks – literally and figuratively – playing professional soccer. Mario Perez, who signed earlier this month to play for the Indy…

March 18, 2019

Achievements, Community

Graduate honors parents’ sacrifices with teaching career

KOKOMO, Ind. — Before they became parents, José and Maria Aguilar made a hard choice. They left behind their family and farm in Mexico, willing to start over to give their future children a better life in the United States.…

March 16, 2019

Achievements, Community

Russell tabbed as ‘Citizen of Week’

In keeping with the theme of the International Day of Women, a leading businesswoman in Logansport has been chosen for a city award. Annette Russell of Logansport’s Security Federal Savings Bank is this week’s Citizen of the Week. Mayor Dave…

March 11, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Speech Team results from 2019 State Tournament

The Logansport High School Speech Team concluded their 2019 season by placing 7th in the team sweepstakes of Class AA and 14th out of the entire combined non-class divisional IHSFA State Tournament. 87 schools were represented at State, held Saturday,…

March 11, 2019

Achievements, Community

Franklin Elementary Robotics results from Vex IQ State Tournament

Franklin Elementary sent a robotics team to the VEX IQ State Tournament on Saturday, March 9 at Lucas Oil Stadium. In the teamwork portion of the state tournament, Franklin placed 29th out of the 67 teams in their division. There…

March 11, 2019

Achievements, Community

Indiana University Kokomo alumni to be honored as Business Persons of Distinction

KOKOMO, Ind. – Indiana University Kokomo honors its alumni for professional accomplishments and community service, with its first-ever Business Persons of Distinction awards. The School of Business and the IU Alumni Association Kokomo Region will honor three recipients at a reception…

March 6, 2019

Logansport HS 2019 National Speech Quafliers

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Logansport Speech Team announces 2019 state and national qualifiers

The Logansport High School Speech Team is proud to announce that five students have qualified for the 2019 National Speech Tournament to be held in Dallas, Texas. Qualifying students are:Josiah Richey: Humorous Interp and Program Oral Interpretation. Students are allowed…

March 3, 2019

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Workman recognized by Forbes as a top wealth advisor

Logansport, Indiana – David J. Workman of Workman & Associates was recently ranked No. 22 in Indiana in the annual Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list published by Forbes. According to Forbes, the annual list highlights over 2,000 of the nation’s top-performing…

February 28, 2019

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LHS Scholar named ‘Citizen of Week’

An active Logansport High School senior has received a significant national honor. Lucas Pickens has been named a semifinalist for the National Merit Scholarships. He now moves on in a competition with 7,500 outstanding high school students who will be…

February 26, 2019

Achievements, Community

IU Kokomo honors December 2018 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. – One hundred eighty-six Indiana University Kokomo students earned degrees in December 2018. The graduates represent 24 Indiana counties, two states, and Saudi Arabia. Graduates are listed by hometown. Those earning degrees include: Albany Brenda Kay Cross, Bachelor…

February 24, 2019

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Ensfield named “Citizen of the Week”

A man who is among a dedicated group of people who have spent much of their lives walking through Logansport is recognized this week with a special city honor. Mike Ensfield for years walked the routes of the United States…

February 17, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo announces Fall 2018 Dean’s List

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Service Area has announced the following students have been named to the dean’s list for the Fall 2018 semester. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must have achieved a grade…

February 17, 2019

Achievements, Community

Logansport Memorial Hospital recognized by The Chartis Center for Rural Health as a 2019 Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital for the fourth straight year

Logansport Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that it has been named one of the Top 100 Rural & Community Hospitals in the United States by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. Regarded as one of the industry’s most significant…

February 14, 2019