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Community, State

Governor Holcomb to Lead First Global Economic Development Trip to Europe

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb will lead his first international jobs mission as Governor to Europe in June, visiting Hungary to establish and strengthen economic relationships between the two states and then traveling to France to meet with global…

June 5, 2017

Community, Government

We’re hitting the roads – and streets – and maybe doing more

We’ve invited Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell to share updates from the city in a monthly column on CassCountyOnline.com. May is always a month for celebrating graduations and preparing for a holiday as a benchmark in the year. As we passed…

June 4, 2017

Community

Lt. Governor seeking nominations for 2017 AgriVision Award

INDIANAPOLIS – Do you know a visionary from Indiana who has made significant contributions to agriculture? If so, nominate them today for the 2017 Indiana AgriVision Award. The winner will be recognized by Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch during a ceremony…

June 4, 2017

Community, State

Photo contest to spotlight Indiana agriculture

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting submissions for the 10th annual Indiana Agriculture photo contest, which was created to showcase the hard work and contributions made by Hoosier farmers. The contest is open to the…

June 4, 2017

Community, Health

Social Security supports National Cancer Survivors Day

In 2017, more than a million people will be diagnosed with cancer around the world. This alarming statistic affects people and families everywhere. Chances are, you know someone who has been affected by this terrible disease. On June 4, we…

June 4, 2017

Community, State

Royal Center awarded Infrastructure Grant Funding

On Thursday, Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) announced almost $11 million in federal grant funding was awarded to 23 rural Hoosier communities across 5 programs. Applications for Round 1 of the…

June 4, 2017

Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo sets summer series on business leadership skills

KOKOMO, Ind. — As part of its efforts to meet Hoosier workforce needs, Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region is offering a five-week summer series designed to develop leaders in business and industry. The series, to be taught by Jim…

June 2, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Fairview Elementary Semester 2 Awards and Honor Roll for 2016-2017

Congratulations to the following Fairview Elementary students! Grading Period 3 All Star Students Kindergarten –MATH or LA: Miley Davidson, Michael Francisco-Sanchez, Juilianna Hall, Daylin Jones, Robert Justice, Hermelinda Matias-Pablo, Jackie Pablo, Kolton Roudebush, Alyssa Swafford, Leyla Zarate, Destinee Anglin, Cooper…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Middle School Honor Roll & Awards

Congratulations to the following Columbia Middle School students! Eighth Grade Awards Exemplars (Citizenship) – Juliana Asencion, Niang Cing, Carolayn Salamanca, Yahaira Murillo, Nick Yax, Dario Zarate, Michael Meadows, Liam Kitchel, Rachel Calisto, Hannah Houston CMS Citizenship Award – Michael Meadows…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Caston Elementary School 4th 9 Weeks Honor Roll 2016-2017

Congratulations to the Caston Elementary students who made the Honor Roll for the 4th 9 weeks of the 2016-2017 school year! All As Honor Roll Grade 2 Katana Anetrella, Brody Brewer, Ashley Fred, Gracie Fritz, Carson Harness, Luke Hipsher, Elijah…

June 1, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo students earn dean’s list honors

KOKOMO, Ind. —583 full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned dean’s list honors for the spring 2017 semester. Dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0, while carrying at least 12 credit hours…

June 1, 2017

Community, Government

Logansport wins largest Indiana brownfield grant

Logansport, Eel Township and Fulton County will share $600,000 in funding used to clean up dilapidated sites for redevelopment. The Environmental Protection Agency announced today that a joint application led by Logansport was awarded the largest Brownfield grant of six…

May 31, 2017

Achievements, Community, Health

Prompt Ambulance Central Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award

Logansport, IN – Prompt Ambulance Central has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an…

May 31, 2017

Community, Government

Lower local taxes expected again in 2018

A method of reducing the impact of special taxing districts on the tax rates will likely again be used this year by Logansport officials to keep property taxes low and preserve more money for schools. Mayor Dave Kitchell said Tuesday…

May 31, 2017

Community

Tower Park Pool opens June 3; swim lessons and pool rental available

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that the Tower Park Pool will open open for the season on June 3, 2017. Open swim hours will be Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. The pool is closed…

May 31, 2017

Achievements, Community

WWII Veteran Wood Citizen of the Week

A Marine veteran who served as grand marshal in the annual Memorial Day Observance in Logansport has been recognized with a special city honor. Elmer Wood has been named Citizen of the Week by Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell. Wood, who…

May 30, 2017

Bill Shideler and Randy Head shake hands at Cass County Memorial Day Parade.

Achievements, Community

2017 Memorial Day Parade includes two special recognitions

During the Cass County Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, two special recognition ceremonies took place outside the Logansport City Building. Senator Randy Head presented Bill Shideler with the Sagamore of the Wabash. It’s the state’s highest honor, bestowed…

May 30, 2017

Achievements, Community, Events

Indiana State Fair announces 5 of 17 free concerts for 2017

Indianapolis, IN – Today the first five of 17 concerts were announced that will be part of the Chevrolet Silverado Free Stage headline entertainment at the 2017 Indiana State Fair, which will take place August 4-20. Each night of the…

May 30, 2017

Community

Fireworks planned in Walton this 4th of July

For over 35 years, the town of Walton has entertained families with a spectacular fireworks display. Our special treat this year is to have our own Walton Shooter, Mr. John Phillips, running and launching the show. He is doing this…

May 26, 2017

Achievements, Community

Cass County Community Foundation Receives National Recognition

The Cass County Community Foundation recently received accreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere. “Meeting the National Standards benchmarks is a rigorous, comprehensive…

May 26, 2017