Category Community

Community, Education, Press Release, State

Lilly Endowment Inc. & IDOE announce nearly $75 million joint investment to strengthen educational opportunities and pathways for Indiana students

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Today, Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner announced a major public–private investment of nearly $75 million dedicated to advancing Indiana’s statewide education priorities. This coordinated effort includes $40 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. and $35 million in…

December 4, 2025

Community, Health, Press Release

4C Health supports veterans in the community and expands veteran recruitment efforts

Peru, IN — 4C Health, a leading designated Certified Community Behavioral Health Center, is proud to reaffirm its commitment to supporting veterans and their families in North Central Indiana. Through a combination of specialized programs, resources, and employment opportunities, 4C…

December 4, 2025

Community

NASA Skywatching Tips December 2025, Space Station Astronauts Deliver a Christmas Message, and an Astronomy Picture of the Day Image

Here are some updates shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: What’s Up: December 2025 Skywatching Tips from NASA – NASA Science The 3I/ATLAS comet makes its closest approach to Earth, the Geminid meteor shower sparkles across the…

December 4, 2025

Community

Red Cross urges community to join lifesaving mission

Critical Need for Red Cross Volunteers in the Northwest Chapter MERRILLVILLE, Ind.— In 2025, local volunteers became a lifeline for hundreds of neighbors reeling from disasters across our community. In a powerful display of service, volunteers with our Northwest Chapter…

December 2, 2025

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech to celebrate ‘Gratitude Tuesday’ with thanks to donors on Dec. 2, 2025

KOKOMO, Ind. – The Ivy Tech Foundation is “flipping the script” on America’s annual Giving Tuesday, set this year for Dec. 2. Instead of focusing on new contributions, Ivy Tech will be spending the day saying thank you to the…

December 2, 2025

Community, Press Release, State

Applications open for 2026 Senate Page Program

The Indiana Senate is accepting applications for the 2026 Senate Page Program, said State Sen. Stacey A. Donato (R-Logansport). Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates from the Senate floor and…

December 1, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank adds new Business Development Officer andCommercial/Ag Lender

Logansport Savings Bank (LSB) is proud to announce the addition of two new team members from the Cass and Miami County communities. Nikki Ellington of Logansport and Cass County has joined LSB as Business Development Officer, and Katelyn Christner of…

December 1, 2025

Community, Press Release

Red Cross offers steps to help you avoid a cooking fire on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving and the day before are the top two days in this country for the chance of a cooking fire to happen in someone’s home. Cooking causes an average of 158,400 home fires per year, which is 44% of all…

November 25, 2025

Community, Press Release

Cass County Sheriff’s Office to increase patrols to promote safe roads during 2025 holiday season

Cass County – As Hoosiers prepare for holiday celebrations, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to keep roads safe and prevent traffic fatalities as part of the annual Safe Family Travel Campaign,…

November 25, 2025

Community, Press Release, State

INDOT: Be safe and plan ahead for Thanksgiving 2025 travel

INDIANA — AAA predicts at least 73 million travelers hitting the road this year for the Thanksgiving holiday, nearly 2 million of those from Indiana. As Hoosiers embark on holiday travels, INDOT urges drivers to travel safely and plan ahead, as increased…

November 25, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Utilities employees donate turkeys, food, and more than $1,000 ahead of Thanksgiving 2025

Logansport Utilities announces the success of its internal “Turkey and a $20” employee food drive, benefiting the Emmaus Food Pantry in Logansport to local families this Thanksgiving season. For every staff member’s $20 donation to the food drive, the company…

November 25, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank ready to host 22nd annual Cass County Basketball Tournament

The holidays are right around the corner, and that means it’s time for Logansport Savings Bank’s annual Cass County Basketball Tournament. This event, bringing all four county schools together since its inception in 2004, is scheduled to begin Tuesday, December…

November 25, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank Junior Board launches “Turning Dollars into Change” fundraiser to support Emmaus Thrift Store expansion

The Logansport Savings Bank Junior Board is launching an exciting community fundraiser titled “Turning Dollars into Change” to support the expansion of Emmaus Thrift Store, a vital resource for families in need across the county. The Emmaus Thrift Store is…

November 25, 2025

Community, Government, Press Release

Cass County Auditor shares changes, upcoming filing deadlines for Pay 2026 property taxes

The State Legislature made several changes to property tax deductions, effective PAY 2026 Taxes. *** OVER 65 CREDIT If you are OVER 65 by December 31, 2025, you may qualify for an Over 65 CREDIT on your property taxes. If…

November 23, 2025

Community, Government, Press Release

Cass County adopts ordinance regulating use of vehicles

On the 3rd day of November, 2025, the Cass County Commissioners passed Ordinance 2025-11, an Ordinance codifying and establishing rules for regulating the use of vehicles within the county, and providing for the enforcement of existing rules and regulations and…

November 23, 2025

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana General Assembly kicks off 2026 session

State Sen. Stacey A. Donato (R-Logansport) gathered with fellow legislators Tuesday at the Statehouse for Organization Day – the ceremonial start of the Indiana General Assembly. Organization Day marks the annual first roll call of all state lawmakers. This day…

November 23, 2025

Community

2025 Thanksgiving Activities and Closings in Cass County, Indiana

Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025. This list may be updated as additional information is received. If you’re headed to a location we don’t have listed, please check their social media or websites to see if they’ve posted an update.…

November 23, 2025

Community, Press Release

Indiana 211 connects Hoosiers to essential winter and holiday resources statewide

As temperatures drop and the holiday season approaches, many Hoosiers find themselves needing extra support. Indiana 211 is a free, confidential service that connects Hoosiers with local health and human services. Indiana 211 is here to ensure that individuals and…

November 23, 2025

Community

Holiday Favorites 2025

Watching the classics on TV is a favorite holiday tradition! Even if you’ve seen them a hundred times, there’s nothing quite the same as watching them during the holiday season (with holiday commercials, of course!) Here’s the 2025 rundown of…

November 23, 2025

Community, Education

NASA Skywatching Tips for November 2025 and Space Station astronauts deliver a Thanksgiving message

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: NASA finally posted this information. Many of the things have already happened earlier this month, but you may enjoy watching the video anyway. NASA Skywatching Tips November 2025 What’s…

November 22, 2025