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IU Kokomo partnership helps schools grow future teachers

KOKOMO, Ind. — Facing a growing teacher shortage, north central Indiana school districts are partnering with Indiana University Kokomo to prepare their own future educators. The Tomorrow’s Teachers program begins this fall semester at Kokomo, Logansport, Western and Caston high…

Alumna gives $1 million gift for IU Kokomo scholarships

A gift of $1 million from Kathleen Ligocki will support a new scholarship program at her alma mater. The gift establishes the Kathleen Ligocki Scholars Program, which creates a cohort of Indiana University Kokomo students who not only receive financial…

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Governor Holcomb Proclaims April as Safe Digging Month

Governor Eric J. Holcomb issued a proclamation declaring April as Safe Digging Month in Indiana. The proclamation serves as a reminder that Hoosiers can help keep Indiana’s communities safe by contacting 811 in advance of any excavation project and by…

April is National Social Security Month

National Social Security Month is celebrated in April and is dedicated to educating you about Social Security programs and services.  From programs that help support you through life’s journey, to services that help put you in control, to systems that…

Peak Community Services observing Autism Awareness Month

Saturday, March 31, Peak Community Services, along with volunteers from around the community, will decorate the downtown trees with puzzle shaped ornaments in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Autism Awareness month is recognized in April and this is the second…

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Council gets economic development update on business expansions

At a finance committee meeting on Wednesday, March 28, members of the Logansport City Council heard an update from Bill Cuppy with the Cass-Logansport Economic Development Organization, who says two local companies are planning expansions. Cuppy detailed investments of $2.2…

Energy assistance ends May 18

As the weather continues to be undecided, HOT then COLD, Area Five Agency on Aging and Community Services would like to remind the community that they continue to accept applications for enrollment in the 2017-2018 Energy Assistance Program (EAP). Families…

Trash Bash! Ushers in Spring Clean-up

The Indiana Department of Transportation today announced that the agency’s annual Trash Bash! will take place Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15. Trash Bash! brings INDOT crews together with volunteers to beautify the state’s roadside areas by cleaning trash…

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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…

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Logansport named America’s top small city for 2018

The latest edition of Realtor.com’s  “Top 10 Affordable Small Towns Where You’d Actually Want to Live” elevates Logansport to a lofty new height. It ranks Logansport No. 1 in the nation based on housing costs, crime and unemployment rates and quality…

DUI Checkpoint will be conducted in Cass County on March 23, 2018

Cass County – On March 23, 2018, officers from the Indiana State Police will conduct an enforcement checkpoint targeting impaired drivers in Cass County. After the checkpoint, troopers will conduct roving saturation patrols aggressively seeking impaired drivers throughout the Indiana…

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