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Achievements, Community

The Gray Mill in Logansport receives Half Century Business Award

The Gray Mill Company at the Statehouse received the Governor’s Half Century Business Award for its longevity and sustained investment in the community, according to State Rep. Bill Friend (R-Macy). Friend said the Gray Mill, in operation since 1952, provides…

April 11, 2018

Achievements, Community

Haines named Logansport Citizen of the Week

The man who designed the first and only city flag for Logansport is this week’s recipient of a special city honor. Fr. Kevin Haines is recognized for the design of the city flag which depicts the Wabash and Eel rivers,…

April 9, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Hoosier students honored at JAG State Career Development Conference

INDIANAPOLIS — The Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program, which helps high school students with barriers to success earn their diploma and learn valuable employability skills, recently hosted the 10th annual State Career Development Conference with more than 160 students competing in…

April 4, 2018

Achievements, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo and Logansport Phi Theta Kappa chapters earn regional awards

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area Phi Theta Kappa chapters, Alpha Phi Pi (APP, Kokomo) and Beta Gamma Zeta (BGZ, Logansport), and their members earned several awards and honors at the honor society’s annual Indiana…

March 26, 2018

Achievements, Community

Ivy Tech Logansport earns National Test Center Certification

LOGANSPORT, Ind. – The testing center at Ivy Tech Community College’s Logansport campus has achieved Test Center Certification from the National College Testing Association (NCTA). This certification is recognition that a test center operates under the highest accepted standards and…

March 26, 2018

Achievements, Community

Johnson named ‘Citizen of the Week’

A former Logansport teacher who has started a new business downtown is recognized with a special city honor. Scott Johnson opened Legacy Outfitters, which is adding a coffee shop to its plethora of offerings on Sixth Street downtown. Johnson has…

March 23, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Elementary Honor Roll for 3rd Nine Weeks of 2017-2018 School Year

Congratulations to the following Columbia Elementary Honor Roll students for the 3rd nine weeks of the 2017-2018 school year! All Stars Kindergarten: Valeria Alvarado, Aava Broeker, Angelo Castro-Supo, Chayse Dillard, Armando Garcia, Journey Guajardo, Mason Huffman, Noah Martinez, Tidus Myers,…

March 20, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Raderstorf named Academic All-American by National Speech & Debate Association

The Logansport High School Speech Team congratulates Logansport High School senior Jon Raderstorf for being named an Academic All-American from the National Speech & Debate Association! Raderstorf earned 753 competitive speech points, maintained a stellar GPA, and has demonstrated humanity…

March 20, 2018

Achievements, Community

Trine University Logansport recognizes March 2018 Student of the Month

Trine University Logansport, is proud to announce Mystine Collins as the March 2018 Student of the Month. Mystine is the Director of Cass County Child Advocates, also known as CASA, and is currently working on a Bachelor of Science degree…

March 20, 2018

Achievements, Community

Exemplary employers and safety heroes recognized with state awards

Yesterday, Commissioner Rick J. Ruble presented the Governor’s Workplace Safety Award to 11 Hoosier companies in recognition of exemplary efforts to protect workers from occupational safety and health hazards. Additionally, six individuals received special recognition with the Everyday Safety Hero…

March 15, 2018

Achievements, Community

Slusser selected ‘Citizen of the Week’

A long-time resident of Logansport’s south side who has been part of a family business and a vital part of the community is recognized this week for her many contributions. Cecilia Slusser of Slussers’ Green Thumb has been actively involved…

March 14, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Honor Roll for 3rd Quarter of 2017-2018 School Year

Congratulations to the Logansport High School students who made the honor roll for the 3rd quarter of the 2017-2018 School Year. 3rd Quarter Grading Period – Honor Roll 4.0 + 9th Grade Mallori Alder, Juliana Asencion, Ana Baltazar Francisco, Amelia…

March 14, 2018

Logansport High School Speech State Qualifiers

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport Speech Team places 12th at 2018 IHSFA State Tournament

Members of the LHS Speech Team secured a 12th place AA finish at the 2018 IHSFA State Tournament held Saturday, March 10 at Fishers High School. Competitors spoke against the top 48 qualifiers in each event, and representing 86 schools…

March 14, 2018

Cass County Special Olympics Basketball Team

Achievements, Community

Cass County Special Olympics teams compete at State

Cass County Special Olympics teams recently competed at the State Tournament. The Lady Shooters (pink uniforms) placed fourth in their division. Firecrackers (teal uniforms) placed third and earned bronze medals in their division. They were able to match their bronze…

March 14, 2018

Achievements, Community

Workman recognized by Forbes as a 2018 Best-In-State Wealth Advisor

Logansport, Indiana – David J. Workman, an independent financial advisor at Workman & Associates in Logansport, Indiana, was recently recognized by Forbes as one of the 2018 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors. According to Forbes, advisors selected for the inaugural list were…

March 13, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo honors December 2017 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — One hundred fifty-seven Indiana University Kokomo students earned degrees in December 2017. The graduates represent 18 Indiana counties, two states, and Saudi Arabia. Graduates are listed by hometown. Those earning degrees include: Arcadia Cayley Jo Higginbotham, Bachelor…

March 11, 2018

Achievements, Community

Skaggs chosen ‘Citizen of the Week’

Logansport has won more high school basketball games in the past four years than at any time since the period known as “The Golden Years” of LHS athletics from 1958-61. That speaks well of Logansport Coach Pat Skaggs, who today…

March 8, 2018

Achievements, Community

Trine University recognizes February 2018 Student of the Month

Trine University Logansport, is proud to announce Montana Lorraine Howe as the February 2018 Student of the Month. Montana transferred from Ivy Tech Community College to study business administration. With a great work ethic, Montana has proven herself to be…

February 27, 2018

Achievements, Columns, Community

Legislators honor Lewis Cass marching band

On Feb. 19 at the Statehouse, State Rep. Bill Friend (R-Macy) and State Senator Randy Head (R-Logansport) honored the Lewis Cass marching band for winning the 2017 Class C Indiana State School Music Association Marching Band Championship. The Lewis Cass…

February 19, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo announces Fall 2017 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 2017 semester. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must have achieved a grade…

February 18, 2018