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Achievements, Community

Darche chosen ‘Citizen of the Week’

A Logansport man who founded a fund-raising golf tournament in memory of his father is the latest recipient of a special city award. Brad Darche founded the Harvey Darche Memorial Golf Tournament. Through his efforts, the tournament has raised money…

July 3, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo honors May 2017 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — Two hundred sixty-six Indiana University Kokomo students earned degrees in May 2017. The class includes residents of 23 Indiana counties and three states Graduates are listed by hometown. Those earning degrees include: Amboy Robert Lee Trlak, Bachelor of Science…

June 25, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Incoming Indiana University Kokomo students honored with scholarships

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo honored nearly 60 incoming students with more than $550,000 in awards at its annual Scholarship Reception. “We’re proud of each of these students’ accomplishments, and are thrilled they have chosen IU Kokomo for the…

June 21, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo Region announces Spring Semester 2017 Dean’s List

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Region has announced the following students have been named to the dean’s list for the Spring 2017 semester. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must have achieved a grade point…

June 19, 2017

Achievements, Community

Callaghan named “Citizen of the Week”

Kevin “Bones” Callaghan, who was a master of ceremonies for the opening of the Indiana Special Olympics last week in Terre Haute, has been named the Logansport Citizen of the Week. Mayor Dave Kitchell said the award is one Callaghan…

June 19, 2017

Achievements, Community

Logan’s Landing receives 2017 National Main Street Accreditation

Logan’s Landing has once again been designated as an accredited Main Street America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards set by the National Main Street Center. Each year, the National Main Street Center and its Coordinating Program partners announce the list…

June 16, 2017

Achievements, Community

Van Vleet selected ‘Citizen of the Week’

A north side woman who sought a place for local young people to skateboard is this week’s recipient of a special city honor. Margaret Van Vleet has been named the Logansport Citizen of the Week for her efforts to support…

June 12, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Lewis Cass Jr. Sr. High School – 4th Quarter & 2nd Semester Honor Rolls for 2016-2017

Congratulations to the following Lewis Cass Jr. Sr. High School students! 7th Grade High Honor Roll – 4th Quarter Gannon Davis, Isaiah Humiston, Preston McCabe, Kade Mennen, Makayla Merrill, Aleya Mygrant, Ashleigh Parks, Hannah Plauschin, Jacquelyn Swanson, Kaylie Williams 7th…

June 9, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Trine University – Logansport recognizes June 2017 Student of the Month

Alisha Boyd is the June 2017 Trine University Student of the Month. Taking on a double major, Alisha is majoring in Criminal Justice as well as Psychology. Alisha transferred from Ivy Tech Community College after completing her associate degree in…

June 9, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo student one of 20 named to national academic team

KOKOMO, Ind. – Trisha Norfleet, a recent graduate of Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus, is one of 20 two-year college students who have been named to the All-USA Community College Academic Team. The students, recently honored for their outstanding…

June 8, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Landis Elementary Honor Roll – 4th 9 Weeks of 2016-2017 School Year

Congratulations to the following students at Landis Elementary School in Logansport: Kindergarten All Stars Lesly Abarca Castillo, Daniel Alarcon Marcial, Guardianna Alvarez, Nathan Anaya-Mendez, Gabryella Ashby, Yosgarth Avila Figueroa, Ariana Avila Ochoa, Grayson Bault, Braelyn Beckman, Marquon Bell, Sebastian Berkshire,…

June 6, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Elementary Honor Roll for 4th Quarter of 2016-2017 School Year

Congratulations to the following students from Columbia Elementary School in Logansport: Kindergarten All Stars: Zaleigh Butcher, Kristen Conklin, Jael Cos Benitez, Isaiah Espinoza, Benjamin Gregory-Briseno, Karlos Hernandez, Hallie Latz, Courtney Muckenfuss, Zachary Peterson, Nolan Riewoldt, Jadah Rush, Diego Soriano Hernandez,…

June 6, 2017

Achievements, Community

Weaver chosen as “Citizen of the Week”

A teacher who reinvented herself in retirement to lead a Logansport program has been proclaimed Logansport Citizen of the Week. Rosemary Weaver retired from her career as an elementary teacher at Landis Elementary School, but was lured out of retirement…

June 5, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Fairview Elementary Semester 2 Awards and Honor Roll for 2016-2017

Congratulations to the following Fairview Elementary students! Grading Period 3 All Star Students Kindergarten –MATH or LA: Miley Davidson, Michael Francisco-Sanchez, Juilianna Hall, Daylin Jones, Robert Justice, Hermelinda Matias-Pablo, Jackie Pablo, Kolton Roudebush, Alyssa Swafford, Leyla Zarate, Destinee Anglin, Cooper…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Middle School Honor Roll & Awards

Congratulations to the following Columbia Middle School students! Eighth Grade Awards Exemplars (Citizenship) – Juliana Asencion, Niang Cing, Carolayn Salamanca, Yahaira Murillo, Nick Yax, Dario Zarate, Michael Meadows, Liam Kitchel, Rachel Calisto, Hannah Houston CMS Citizenship Award – Michael Meadows…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Caston Elementary School 4th 9 Weeks Honor Roll 2016-2017

Congratulations to the Caston Elementary students who made the Honor Roll for the 4th 9 weeks of the 2016-2017 school year! All As Honor Roll Grade 2 Katana Anetrella, Brody Brewer, Ashley Fred, Gracie Fritz, Carson Harness, Luke Hipsher, Elijah…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo students earn dean’s list honors

KOKOMO, Ind. —583 full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned dean’s list honors for the spring 2017 semester. Dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0, while carrying at least 12 credit hours…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Health

Prompt Ambulance Central Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award

Logansport, IN – Prompt Ambulance Central has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an…

May 31, 2017

Achievements, Community

WWII Veteran Wood Citizen of the Week

A Marine veteran who served as grand marshal in the annual Memorial Day Observance in Logansport has been recognized with a special city honor. Elmer Wood has been named Citizen of the Week by Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell. Wood, who…

May 30, 2017

Bill Shideler and Randy Head shake hands at Cass County Memorial Day Parade.

Achievements, Community

2017 Memorial Day Parade includes two special recognitions

During the Cass County Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, two special recognition ceremonies took place outside the Logansport City Building. Senator Randy Head presented Bill Shideler with the Sagamore of the Wabash. It’s the state’s highest honor, bestowed…

May 30, 2017