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Logansport HS 2019 National Speech Quafliers

Achievements, Community

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

Community, Police/Fire

Cass County Traffic Safety Partnership plans aggressive driving patrols in March

Spring is just around the corner. As temperatures rise and winter ice and snow recede from the roads, Hoosier drivers are tempted to increase their speeds and take more risks behind the wheel. The Cass County Traffic Safety Partnership and…

February 28, 2019

Achievements, Community

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

Community, Government, State

2019 Governor’s Fellowship Applications Closing Soon

INDIANAPOLIS – College graduates have just over a month to apply for the 2019-2020 Governor’s Fellowship. Applications will be accepted through March 31. The Governor’s Fellowship is a highly selective program that provides a unique look at Indiana state government by…

February 26, 2019

Achievements, Community

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

Community

City of Logansport seeking those interested in revitalization programs

Logan’s Landing and the Logansport Planning Department would like to thank those who attended the first session of the 2019 Logansport Re-Imagined Speaker Series on Wednesday, Feb. 13. Special thanks also to the State Theatre for hosting the event! The…

February 25, 2019

Community

Legislation to allow hemp production in Indiana passes Senate

STATEHOUSE – A bill authored by State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) that would allow for hemp production in Indiana today passed the Senate by a vote of 47 to 1. Senate Bill 516 would allow those who obtain a license…

February 25, 2019

Community

Area employers invited to participate in Cass County College & Career Expo on April 23, 2019

LOGANSPORT, Ind. — The third annual Cass County College & Career Expo, designed to open doors to the future for area high school and college students as well as the general public, is set for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.…

February 24, 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

Community, Education

Indiana students to get free FAFSA filing help at multiple Ivy Tech Community College locations during College Goal Sunday

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Financial aid professionals will be volunteering at 16 Ivy Tech Community College locations and 23 other sites in Indiana to help college-bound students and their families open the door to financial aid during College Goal Sunday. The…

February 21, 2019

Community

Crowdfunding campaign launched for Logansport “Trail Security Cameras” Project

LOGANSPORT – A new crowdfunding campaign launched Tuesday aims to make the trail system in Logansport safer by adding security cameras and additional bicycle patrols and markers. The campaign is sponsored by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and offered through…

February 20, 2019

Community, Education

TrineOnline offers enhanced path to degrees for Logansport students

Logansport – Trine University is enhancing and expanding its online degree programs with the launch of TrineOnline, a new approach designed to be convenient and cost-effective for students seeking to complete an associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degree. The launch comes…

February 18, 2019

Community

IDHS encourages Hoosiers to get involved with Radiation Awareness Week

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security encourages Hoosiers to take the time to learn more about the effects of radiation and its safety implications as part of Radiation Awareness Week. “Most people are unaware of the fact that there is…

February 18, 2019

Community, State

Legislation to address school bus safety issues passes Senate

STATEHOUSE – A bill authored by State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) that would comprehensively address school bus safety issues in Indiana today passed the Senate unanimously. Senate Bill 2 would: Increase the penalties for drivers who violate school bus stop…

February 18, 2019

Community

Indiana celebrates National FFA Week

INDIANAPOLIS — National FFA Week is underway, and to celebrate, nearly 100 Indiana FFA members spent the day at the Statehouse, raising awareness and promoting the student-led organization. The members, serving as pages, were able to meet with their elected…

February 18, 2019

Community, Education

Nationwide Girls Go CyberStart competition includes Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the 2019 Girls Go CyberStart challenge, a skills-based competition designed to encourage girls to pursue cyber-based learning and career opportunities. Registration is now open. Indiana was one of 16 states to…

February 18, 2019

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Community

Having Trouble Filing Your Taxes? Help is Available

INDIANAPOLIS – Low-income and senior customers who need help filing their taxes can find free assistance through several programs offered by the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) and other trusted organizations. DOR offers the Indiana free file (INfreefile) program, a…

February 18, 2019

Community, State

Cass County, 9 others, receive state grant funds to combat drug crisis

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Gov. Eric J. Holcomb announced the State of Indiana will award $750,000 in grants to support local coalitions across the state in their efforts to combat the drug crisis. “As we continue to attack the drug crisis,…

February 18, 2019

Community

Security Federal Savings Bank’s ‘Lights, Camera, Save!’ Local Winner selected as national finalist

Logansport, Ind. —Security Federal Savings Bank’s Lights, Camera, Save! local winner, Luke Wiley, Greenwood, Ind., has been named a national finalist by the American Bankers Association Foundation. Lights, Camera, Save! is an annual video contest that encourages teen participants to…

February 18, 2019

Community

FSSA will distribute March 2019 SNAP benefits using a split schedule

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) announced the agency will split March benefit payments to eligible Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) clients. Recipients will see half of their March benefit amount added to their Hoosier Works…

February 17, 2019