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Indiana eases transportation restrictions to aid wildfire efforts in western states

INDIANAPOLIS – Hoosiers are responding to the need for animal feed in Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma because of wildfires that have devastated parts of those states. Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb today directed the state to ease regulations for oversize loads…

March 17, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

2016-2017 Columbia Middle School NJHS Inductees

Congratulations to the 2016-2017 NJHS Inductees at Columbia Middle School: Bottom row: Kaleigh Callaway, Claire Kitchel, Alexis Trigg, Gabriella Hernandez-Lengel, Nicholas Yax, Ella Hobson, Addison Riewoldt, Brandi Clark Second row: Latisha Sivits, Halle Rennewanz, Jessica Mateo Pascual, Kylie Houston, Arlene…

March 17, 2017

Community

State Superintendent advocates for new assessment approach

INDIANAPOLIS—On Wednesday, Dr. Jennifer McCormick, Superintendent of Public Instruction, asked the Indiana State Senate Education and Career Development Committee to consider the computer adaptive testing approach to evaluate students. “For many years, instructional methods have significantly changed and improved, yet,…

March 17, 2017

Community

Parents learn about 2017-2018 changes to Logansport middle schools

Logansport families who’ll have a child entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade in the fall packed the house at McHale Performing Arts Center for an hour-long presentation about the changes being made to Logansport’s middle schools next year. Here are…

March 17, 2017

Community

Discussion of utility finances set for March 16

A special meeting of the Utility Service Board will be held with the Utility Committee of the Logansport City Council on Thursday, March 16, 2017 at 6 p.m. This public meeting will be held in the Council Chambers, located on…

March 16, 2017

Community, Education, Events

March 16 meeting will focus on changes to Columbia & Lincoln Middle Schools

Logansport Community School Corporation will hold an informational meeting regarding the changes being made to Columbia Middle School and Lincoln Middle School effective for the 2017-2018 school year on Thursday, March 16th at 6:00 p.m. at McHale Performing Arts Center.…

March 16, 2017

Community

Logansport one of two cities awarded grant

The Indiana State Department of Health announced Monday that the City of Logansport will receive $20,000 to complete a Community-wide Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The focus of this initiative is to invest in partnerships and activities that lead to…

March 16, 2017

Community

Money raised for Memorial Center restoration

Cass County residents are stepping forward with financial commitments to ensure the long-term viability of a local landmark and enhance a state grant application. A special philanthropic fund created for the Logansport/Cass County Memorial Center now has a balance of…

March 15, 2017

Community, Education

Restaurant training workshops being offered in Fulton County

Fulton Economic Development Corporation’s BizGro program is offering “Serving Up Success”, a series of restaurant training workshops targeted at both start up and existing restaurant owners, concessionaires, caterers or those wanting to know more about the restaurant/food service business. Topics…

March 14, 2017

Community

FEDCO announces Spring 2017 Nxlevel Business Planning Course

Fulton County Economic Development Corporation (FEDCO) announces the Spring 2017 NxLevel Business Planning and Management Course, a business training course that enhances entrepreneurial skills for start-up and existing businesses. This course will help small business owners or those who plan…

March 14, 2017

Community, Health

New study reveals rising colorectal cancer rates for young and middle-aged adults

NDIANAPOLIS—Colorectal cancer is the third-most diagnosed cancer and cause of cancer-related death among men and women in Indiana and the United States. As rates rise nationally, the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) reminds Hoosiers to consider getting screened for…

March 14, 2017

Community, Health

Health officials offer free tobacco cessation support

Indiana tobacco users will be able to obtain free medication to help them quit smoking as part of an Indiana Tobacco Quitline promotion offered in conjunction with a nationwide smoking cessation campaign. The promotion, scheduled from March 13 to April…

March 14, 2017

Community, Government

Friend’s legislation providing options to repair Cass County Memorial Center advances out of the House

STATEHOUSE – The Indiana House of Representatives supported State Rep. Bill Friend’s (R-Macy) legislation providing local governments more options to maintain war memorials Tuesday with a vote of 92-0. Senate Bill 456 would allow a city or county the flexibility…

March 14, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

IU Kokomo honors Teachers of Distinction

KOKOMO, Ind. — A great teacher makes a huge impact on a child’s life. Indiana University Kokomo’s School of Education honored five of its graduates who are making a difference in their classrooms each day, with its first-ever Teachers of…

March 13, 2017

Community, Education, Government

Sen. Head welcomes local students to Statehouse

STATEHOUSE – State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) welcomed the following students to the Statehouse who served as Senate pages in January and February: Bryston Canada, from Akron, attends Tippecanoe Valley High School Evan Cohagan, from Rochester, attends Argos Junior-Senior High…

March 13, 2017

Community, Education

New competition to recognize Indiana’s elite STEM students

Indianapolis – As Hoosiers across the state build their March Madness college basketball brackets, Gov. Eric. J. Holcomb and Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick today unveiled a new program to highlight Indiana’s elite high school students for their…

March 13, 2017

Achievements, Community

Ciotta named “Logansport Citizen of the Week”

A local woman who raised thousands of dollars for the Cass County Humane Society is the latest recipient of a city honor. Cami Ciotta, wife of Logansport veterinarian Chris Ciotta, has actively worked to support the ongoing mission of the…

March 13, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Trine University – Logansport recognizes March 2017 Student of the Month

Meghan Crinion is working towards her Bachelor of Science degree at Trine University in Logansport. Meghan started college right after high school at a large college. Meghan felt like she struggled personally with who she was and where she belonged.…

March 13, 2017

Achievements, Community, Sports

Special Olympics Women’s Basketball Team earns bronze medal at State

Cass County Firecrackers, Special Olympics Women’s Basketball Team, earned a Bronze Medal Saturday, March 11 at the State Tournament held at DePauw University. The team of 11 ladies overcame an early morning upset against Putnam County, and rallied back to…

March 13, 2017

Community

INDOT readies for late winter storm

Preparations are now underway for winter weather expected to hit Indiana late tonight and Monday. The Indiana Department of Transportation reminds motorists to be cautious if traveling in what could be hazardous conditions. INDOT is monitoring several weather forecasts, and the latest information…

March 13, 2017