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Back to School information for 2025-2026 school year

As schools in Cass County, Indiana prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, we thought it would be helpful to gather some information and links in one place. You can visit our Back to School Info and Resources page or click…

July 16, 2025

Community, Press Release

Improvements underway at Logansport City Building

The City of Logansport and Logansport Utilities are enhancing pedestrian safety at the city building, located at 601 E. Broadway. Beginning Monday, July 14, 2025, the west sidewalk along 6th Street, from East Broadway to the alley between 6th and…

July 13, 2025

Community, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation orientations for 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship application to be held starting July 21, 2025

The Cass County Community Foundation has set orientation dates and times for the 2026 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program. Students graduating high school in 2026 who wish to apply for the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship must attend a mandatory orientation…

July 13, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Two vehicle crash at US 24 and 700E in Cass County kills one

The following press release was received at 3:24 p.m. Sunday, July 6, 2024. On Sunday, July 6, 2025, at approximately 12:08 a.m., Cass County Central Dispatch received calls for a two vehicle crash on US 24, west of CR 700…

July 6, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Two vehicle crash at US 24 and 600 E in Cass County kills one

On Saturday, July 5th, 2025, at approximately 12:04 PM, Cass County Central Dispatch received calls for a two-vehicle crash on US 24 at the County Road 600 East intersection. Sergeant Pat Zeider, along with several other public safety agencies and…

July 6, 2025

Community

Thomas crowned Miss Cass County 2025

The Miss Cass County Queen Pageant, sponsored by First Farmers Bank & Trust, was held Saturday, July 5, 2025 in the Exhibition Building at the Cass County 4-H Fairgrounds in Logansport, Indiana. Olivia Thomas was crowned Miss Cass County 2025…

July 6, 2025

Community, Education, Press Release

IU Kokomo partners with IU Southeast to support teachers of English language learners

KOKOMO, Ind. — More than half of the children who attend Logansport Community Schools speak a language other than English at home. Indiana University Kokomo and its partner, IU Southeast, assist the school in meeting the needs of these students…

July 3, 2025

Community

NASA Skywatching Tips July 2025 and Fourth of July wishes from the International Space Station

Here are some link shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Look for Mars in the evening, Venus and Jupiter in the morning, and find the eagle constellation, Aquila, soaring overhead. Credits: NASA/JPL, Preston Dyches, science.nasa.gov NASA Astronauts…

July 2, 2025

Community

Day by Day at the 2025 Cass County 4-H Fair in Logansport, Indiana

Here’s a look at activities happening at the 64th annual Cass County 4-H Fair, which begins Saturday, July 5 and continues through Friday, July 11, 2025. The 2025 Cass County 4-H Fair starts on Saturday, July 5 and the auction…

July 1, 2025

Community, Education, Press Release

IUK launches new three-year business degree

Indiana University Kokomo students can now fast track their future by earning a business degree in three years. IU Kokomo will debut a three-year Bachelor of Science in Business degree program July 1, offering students an accelerated path to their…

June 29, 2025

Achievements, Community, Health, Press Release

4C Health Honors BraunAbility as Behavioral Health Champion –Business Champion of the Year 2025

As part of its 50th anniversary celebration in Pulaski County, 4C Health proudly presented BraunAbility with the Behavioral Health Champion – Business Champion of the Year 2025 award. This recognition highlights BraunAbility’s continued investment in the behavioral wellness of its…

June 29, 2025

Achievements, Community, Press Release

Celebrating a Legacy: Longtime Wastewater Director retires, familiar face to lead next chapter

After four decades of dedication and valuable contributions, Brian DeWitt, Director of Wastewater at Logansport Utilities, is retiring on June 27, 2025. DeWitt’s career has spanned the evolution of the utility sector, leaving a lasting impact on team members, projects,…

June 29, 2025

Community, Press Release

4C Health partners with Mend to enhance access, engagement, and outcomes in behavioral health care

Peru, IN– 4C Health, a leading provider of behavioral health services across north central Indiana, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Mend, a leading patient engagement software platform purpose-built for mental and behavioral health organizations. This collaboration will…

June 23, 2025

Community, Press Release

With Indiana’s storm season in full gear, first responder agencies receive emergency preparedness grants from Duke Energy Foundation

PLAINFIELD, Ind. – First responders statewide, including a local fire department and emergency management agencies (EMAs) in northern and north-central Indiana, will benefit from grants from Duke Energy Foundation. The funding, which totals more than $285,000 for organizations across the…

June 16, 2025

Community, Health, Press Release

One Year, 1,000 Lives: 4C Health Marks Milestone in Walk-In Mental Health and Substance Use Care

Peru, IN– 4C Health is proud to commemorate one year of providing same-day, walk-in access tomental health and substance use services across the region. This milestone reflects 4C Health’sunwavering commitment to increasing accessibility, reducing barriers, and meeting individualswhere they are…

June 16, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Enforcement of noise regulations in Logansport

The Logansport Police Department shared the following statement on their Facebook page on June 16, 2025: Noise Enforcement Statement: With the summer months upon us, we at the Logansport Police Department encourage the citizens to enjoy the weather and outdoor…

June 16, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Statewide Silver Alert issued for Logansport woman

Silver Alert 037-2025, issued on Monday, June 9, 2025, on Crestin Andrews has been cancelled as of Monday, June 10, 2025. For more information on this cancellation, please contact the Cass County Sheriff’s Department at 574-722-6060. Original post: A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared he…

June 9, 2025

Community

Trail Talk, Issue 35: Stewarding for Safety

Good land stewardship means ensuring the safety of all who access and enjoy the land. In north central Indiana, the all-volunteer group Friends of the Panhandle Pathway, Inc. demonstrated this commitment last year by partnering with local utilities and contractors…

June 8, 2025

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo earns two state CTE excellence awards

ITEP at Maconaquah, Western teaching apprentice honored in Indianapolis KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo has been honored with two Postsecondary Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awards for Excellence from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. The awards…

June 8, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank donates $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity

ABOVE: Logansport Savings Bank staff members presented the Habitat for Humanity Cass County chapter with a $10,000 donation toward their ongoing Logansport Community Build. Pictured from left to right: Joshua Hopper, Maureen Prentice, Kristie Richey, Brian Morrill, Chad Higgins, Scott…

June 8, 2025