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Community

Open House scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 11 at Cancer Care Center at Logansport Memorial Hospital

Upon its completion and official opening for patients, Logansport Memorial Hospital (LMH) plans to host an Open House for the community on Sunday, February 11, 2018 from 1-3 pm. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend, and no registration…

February 11, 2018

Community

USS Intrepid Seeks Former Crew Members for 75th Anniversary

NEW YORK, NY – August 16, 2018 will mark the 75th anniversary of the commissioning of the USS Intrepid (CVS-11), the World War II-era Essex class aircraft carrier that is now home to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum…

February 11, 2018

Community

Indiana announces new online portal and residential addiction treatment program to help Hoosiers connect to addiction treatment

Indianapolis, February 8, 2018 – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration today announced two initiatives as part of the state’s effort to attack the drug epidemic. First, the Next Level Recovery website, www.in.gov/recovery, now has a new geolocation feature…

February 9, 2018

Community

Logansport Soccer Club 2018 Registration

Logansport Soccer Club has opened registration for its Spring 2018 season. There will be recreational leagues available for players aged 4 through 8th grade. Teams will practice one or two evenings each week beginning the week of March 19, and…

February 9, 2018

Community

Health Department says Indiana flu activity continues to rise

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) is reminding Hoosiers that influenza activity continues to be high and widespread across Indiana and is urging people to take precautions against the illness, which has claimed 167 Indiana lives so far this…

February 9, 2018

Community

Johansen named Logansport Citizen of the Week

A Logansport woman once recognized as the outstanding Indiana employee with her company is this week’s Logansport Citizen of the Week. Judy Johansen was a lead cook responsible for serving an estimated 450,000 meals during her 12-year tenure at McKinney…

February 8, 2018

Achievements, Community

Local film contest winner advances for a chance at $5,000 prize

Security Federal Savings Bank recently presented cash awards to local winners of the Lights, Camera, Save! video contest. The national contest, organized by the American Bankers Association Foundation, encourages teens to use video to communicate the value of saving money…

February 8, 2018

Community

Filing deadline for May 2018 primary election is noon on Friday, Feb. 9

Candidates seeking public office have until noon Friday, Feb. 9, 2018 to file their declarations of candidacy for the 2018 Primary Election with the Secretary of State or county election board. A candidate seeking nomination by a major political party…

February 7, 2018

Community

Caston seeking Distinguished Alumni nominations through March 30, 2018

Do you know of a Caston alumni who has made a significant contribution to society, achieved high levels of success and/or fulfilled a purpose that serves as a great inspiration to those who will soon be graduating? We encourage individuals…

February 7, 2018

Community

Indiana Sheriff’s Association accepting scholarship applications through April 1, 2018

Cass County Sheriff Randy Pryor has announced that the Indiana Sheriff’s Association will again be awarding college scholarships to qualified high school seniors or college students who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice studies. There will be approximately 40…

February 7, 2018

Community

Indiana Secretary of State’s event will offer free financial and legal consultations

Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson hosts the second annual Straight Answer Saturday, a community event that allows Hoosiers to meet one-on-one with attorneys and financial planners. This event is free and open to the public. “No judgment. No sales…

February 6, 2018

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Community

DOR Warns of Scams Targeting Hoosier Taxpayers

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) and Commissioner Adam Krupp warn customers to always be leery of any suspicious phone calls or emails that may be tax scams. “We’re only a week into tax season and scammers are…

February 6, 2018

Achievements, Community

ISP Major Recognized for 30 Years of Service to the Department

Indianapolis – Recently, Indiana State Police Superintendent Douglas Carter recognized Major Ed Schroder for 30 years of service on the Indiana State Police Department. Schroder was presented a certificate honoring his three decades of service to the citizens and visitors…

February 6, 2018

Achievements, Community

Logansport HS Speech Team wins conference title

The LHS Speech Team won the Central Indiana Forensic League (CIFL) Conference title Saturday, February 3. Emilie Edwards, Stefanie Diaz, Caleb Sholty, Clarissa Luna, Jon Raderstorf, and Josiah Richey were named Tournament champions in their individual events. Other top honors…

February 5, 2018

Community

Logansport Rotary Club awards Rotary Youth Exchange Scholarships

The Logansport Rotary Club is proud to announce that it has awarded the prestigious Rotary Youth Exchange Scholarship to two high school students, Alicia Popovich and Noe Dominguez, both from Logansport High School in Logansport, Indiana. The scholarships, valued at…

February 5, 2018

Community

Reserved turkey hunt applications being accepted online thru March 19, 2018

Hunters can apply online now for a reserved turkey hunt by visiting hunting.IN.gov and clicking on the “Reserved Hunt Info” link. The application period ends March 19. No late entries will be accepted. The online method is the only way…

February 4, 2018

Achievements, Community

Lady Berry Pearson ‘Citizen of the Week’

A senior member of the Logansport girls’ basketball team who is among the elite players ever to play locally was recognized today hours before she takes the floor in the Logansport Sectional. Olivia Pearson, who recently became a member of…

February 2, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

Officers placed on administrative leave after police action shooting in Walton

On Saturday morning, Jan. 27, at around 4:11 a.m., the E911 Dispatch Center received a call to a residence in Walton, Indiana, due to a male subject stabbing himself. Cass County Sheriff’s Deputies, along with Emergency Medical personnel, responded to…

February 2, 2018

Community

Girl Scouts give back to community with “Cookie Share” program

Fort Wayne, IN – While you’re picking up a few boxes of tasty Girl Scout cookies this weekend, remember that you can support a Girl Scout community service project at the same time! The Cookie Share program allows girls the…

January 31, 2018

Community, Government, State

Friend’s CBD oil bill advances to Senate

STATEHOUSE – The House of Representatives on Tuesday passed State Rep. Bill Friend’s (R-Macy) proposal that would allow CBD oil to be sold and purchased in Indiana. House Bill 1214 would legalize industrial hemp products, like CBD oil, if certain…

January 31, 2018