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Community, Health

Naloxone kits awarded to first responders in rural counties

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) has awarded $127,000 in naloxone kits to 95 first responder agencies serving 34 rural counties to help prevent fatal overdoses. The funding will be used to: Provide 3,388 naloxone kits to first responders…

January 31, 2018

Achievements, Community, Education

Trine University Logansport recognizes January 2018 Student of the Month

Trine University is proud to announce that Eric Wayne See is the January 2018 Student of the Month. There’s something to be said about things feeling right and that’s how Eric felt from the moment he was introduced to the…

January 31, 2018

Community

Road closure on 200N Wednesday, Jan. 31 for utility work

Cass County Road 200N is scheduled to be temporarily closed Wednesday 1/31 for utility work. The closure will be between SR 25 and CR 50E. LMU will close the road at or after 8 AM for a pole replacement, and…

January 30, 2018

Community, State

Workplace Security Prepares Millions of Hoosiers against Potential Threats

Indiana is made up of hardworking organizations and businesses that impact the Hoosier economy and its citizens’ lives. Safeguarding these workplaces from vulnerabilities and potential risks is important to sustain the growth of our communities. Workplace security involves awareness of…

January 30, 2018

Community

Try It Tiny To Offer Unique Luxury Accommodations for Indianapolis 500

Try It Tiny and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are introducing a luxury, pop-up Tiny House Hotel at the 102nd Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil. The Tiny House Hotel provides a new, innovative and boutique style…

January 30, 2018

Community, State

Healthy Indiana Plan extended for one month

Governor Eric Holcomb said today Indiana has received an extension to continue operation of the state’s Healthy Indiana Plan through Feb. 28. The current HIP program was set to expire Jan. 31. “We had hoped to receive approval of our…

January 30, 2018

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Community

Indiana’s tax season opens January 29, 2018

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will open the 2018 individual income tax filing season on January 29, 2018. The last day of tax season is scheduled for April 17, 2018. Hoosier…

January 28, 2018

Community

Tax Filing Season Begins Jan. 29, Tax Returns Due April 17; Help Available for Taxpayers

The nation’s tax season will begin Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 and the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers claiming certain tax credits that refunds won’t be available before late February. The IRS will begin accepting tax returns on Jan. 29, with…

January 28, 2018

Community

Top 5 reasons you should always buy Girl Scout cookies

Fort Wayne, IN – Have you noticed Girl Scouts selling cookies around town for the past few weeks? Maybe you’re in a hurry or have already spent your grocery budget for the week. But next time a Girl Scout asks…

January 28, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

ISP investigating police involved shooting in Walton

Walton – The Indiana State Police, at the request of the Cass County Sheriff’s Department, is investigating a police involved shooting in which a Walton, IN, man died. The preliminary investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Maller revealed this…

January 27, 2018

Community, Police/Fire

Promise Kept During Ceremony Honoring Trooper Daniel Barrett

Fulton County – “He will never be forgotten.” These words have been echoed many times since the tragic death of Indiana State Police Trooper Daniel Barrett on January 27, 2008. The promise was kept Friday, as police officers from various…

January 27, 2018

Community, State

Holcomb, Crouch announce Next Level Veterans initiative

STATEHOUSE – On Friday, Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch to unveil Indiana’s Next Level Veterans initiative. This new statewide program brings together public and private organizations to recruit, employ and connect discharging military personnel to Indiana…

January 27, 2018

Community

Clover named ‘Citizen of the Week’

An administrator who has played critical roles in the transitions at Logansport State Hospital over the past 20 years is recognized with a special city honor. Rob Clover, who is retiring as administrator at the hospital, has been named Citizen…

January 27, 2018

Community, Education, State

Indiana Department of Education Launches New Teacher Recruitment and Retention Campaign

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) has announced the launch of a teacher recruitment and retention campaign. Two new websites, EducateIN.org and Indiana.Teachers-Teachers.com, will provide those looking for a career in the classroom the opportunity to connect with…

January 27, 2018

Community

Let’s Finish Strong: Salvation Army Campaign to End 1-31-18

The Salvation Army in Logansport is reaching the end of its main fundraising season. The Salvation Army was blessed this Christmas season to have dedicated volunteers, employees, and generous donors make a greater impact in Cass County. “There were a…

January 25, 2018

Community

Purdue students take center stage at State Theatre

More than 90 senior civil engineering students from Purdue University were tasked to come up with a solution to water problems at Logansport’s downtown theater. Students in Prof. Robert Jacko’s class were in Logansport Tuesday morning. They were welcomed with…

January 24, 2018

Community

CCCF invites you to “Give Your Heart to the Community”

The Cass County Community Foundation announces its 2018 “Give Your Heart to the Community” Campaign. CCCF President Deanna Crispen shared “We are very excited to once again offer our annual Valentines serenades. This signature fundraising event is now in its…

January 24, 2018

Community

2018 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count to survey homeless living in all 92 Indiana counties

This week, the Indiana Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoSCoC) and the Coalition for Homelessness Intervention and Prevention (CHIP) will conduct the 2018 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count in Indiana. Under the direction of these agencies, and local coordinators, hundreds of volunteers from around the state will conduct…

January 24, 2018

Community, Government, State

House committee advances Friend’s CBD oil bill

STATEHOUSE – The House Committee on Courts and Criminal Code today voted in favor of State Rep. Bill Friend’s (R-Macy) bill that would expand access to CBD oil in Indiana by legalizing industrial hemp products. Friend’s proposal would allow products,…

January 24, 2018