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Latinx Student Association forms to share culture, provide support at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. – As the first in her family to attend college, Paulina Lytle recalls the struggles she faced during her freshman year – learning to navigate financial aid, registration, orientation, and other parts of college life. Now a senior, she’s…

August 28, 2019

Community

INDOT and local officials celebrate new Logansport Maintenance Unit

State and local officials were on hand Wednesday for a ribbon cutting celebrating the opening of the new INDOT Logansport Maintenance Unit. Pictured cutting the ribbon are (from left) State Rep. Ethan Manning, Boyle Construction engineer John Finley, Fosse and…

August 28, 2019

Community, State

Governor Holcomb to Build Transpacific Business Relationships in Asia

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb will lead economic development trips to Asia in the coming months to support the state of Indiana’s increasingly global economy, strengthening partnerships and creating connections across business, culture, education, government and even sports. “Markets…

August 25, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

White Coat Ceremony celebrates new FNP students at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. – Thirteen prospective primary health care providers received the symbol of their future careers at Indiana University Kokomo’s annual White Coat ceremony. Hosted by School of Nursing faculty, the ceremony is a time-honored tradition for family nurse practitioner…

August 25, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Future nurses welcomed at Indiana University Kokomo induction ceremony

KOKOMO, Ind. – The Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing accepted more than 50 future nurses to the profession during its traditional induction ceremony. The event signals welcome not only into the school, but to the profession of nursing, according…

August 25, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Two area leaders named to Ivy Tech Kokomo Campus Board of Trustees

KOKOMO, Ind. — Two Kokomo area leaders have been named to the Ivy Tech Kokomo Campus Board of Trustees. Mark Maple, an owner of Maple Farms in Howard County, and Annette Russell, president and CEO of Security Federal Savings Bank…

August 25, 2019

Community

Deadline to register for Community Leadership Program of Cass County is Aug. 23, 2019

The deadline to register for the Community Leadership Program of Cass County has been extended to August 23. The program will feature leadership topics like getting involved in the community, serving on nonprofit boards, exploring economic development and learning how…

August 22, 2019

Community

Smith named ‘Logansport Citizen of the Week’

A Logansport native who has had a busy month of August is recognized this week as the Logansport Citizen of the Week. Sharon Smith is director of communications for the Indiana State Fair Commission. The fair concluded last weekend with…

August 21, 2019

Community

Mayor’s Golf Tourney will benefit musicians

The growing number of students participating in the local band program will receive a boost from an annual fund-raising event sponsored by the city. The Mayor’s Golf Tournament Oct. 16 will benefit the Logansport High School Music Department which is…

August 21, 2019

Community

2020 Census Committee appointed by Logansport mayor

Ensuring an accurate population count is one of the most important things the community can do next year, Mayor Dave Kitchell said today. Since decennial census numbers are used not only to determine federal funding for programs such as Title…

August 20, 2019

Community

August 26 is application deadline for State Parks deer management hunts

The Division of State Parks is seeking volunteer hunters to participate in deer management hunts at 17 locations later this year. Applications must be received by Aug. 26. Properties where hunting is allowed with firearms only (any firearm legal to…

August 20, 2019

Community

Registration for put and take pheasant hunts begins Sept. 7, 2019

Sign-ups for put and take pheasant hunts begin on Sept. 7 at 6 a.m. On that date, hunters can begin purchasing a reservation for put and take pheasant hunts at on.IN.gov They do not need to log in or create…

August 18, 2019

Community

Public invited to “Faces of Recovery Picnic” on August 24 in Logansport

The public is invited to the 4th Dimension Recovery Homes first ever “Faces of Recovery Picnic” on Saturday, August 24, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Spencer Park Lower Pavilion. The event is planned to raise awareness, remove…

August 18, 2019

Community

Cass County Community Foundation hosting annual football food drives

The Cass County Community Foundation will be sponsoring their annual food drive at the opening football game of the season at Pioneer High School when the reigning Class A state champion Panthers host the Lewis Cass Kings. On Friday August…

August 18, 2019

Community, State

Indiana Department of Insurance offers tips on insurance coverage for college students

Indianapolis – It’s time for the first day of classes for most students heading to colleges and universities in Indiana. While your focus may be on your child’s move and making sure their living space is a safe and comfortable…

August 18, 2019

Community

Eel River Avenue will remain as is for now

After a considerable comment period, no changes are planned for the three-block stretch between Third and Market streets. Mayor Dave Kitchell announced Friday that there were several local residents who wanted a one-way Eel River Avenue, but the overwhelming response…

August 18, 2019

Community, Health

Indiana State Health Department kicks off OB Navigator Program with road shows

FORT WAYNE — The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) held the first of a series of community road shows today at Ivy Tech Community College to discuss Indiana’s new OB Navigator Program, which is aimed at reducing the state’s…

August 14, 2019

Community

Non-Profit organizations invited to participate in Christmas in the Park

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department is inviting Non-Profit Organizations to participate in the 2019 Christmas In the Park at Spencer Park. Christmas In the Park opens on Friday, November 29, 2019 and closes on Christmas Eve, December 24. Non-Profit…

August 14, 2019

Community

First Farmers adding finishing touch to Ivy Tech main building

KOKOMO, Ind. – First Farmers Bank & Trust has been a longtime partner of Ivy Tech Community College. First Farmers and Ivy Tech share the same footprint … and serve the same communities. In fact, for several years Ivy Tech…

August 13, 2019

Achievements, Community

Crispen named chair of Indiana University Alumni Association Board of Managers

Deanna Crispen, of Logansport, Ind., assumed the office of chair of the Indiana University Alumni Association Board of Managers on July 1. Crispen is president of the Cass County (Ind.) Community Foundation where she has worked since 2005. She earned…

August 13, 2019