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Community

Ridlens to be honored, $16,000 in community grants available at “Thanks for Giving”

The public is invited to the Cass County Community Foundation’s “Thanks for Giving” Donor & Volunteer Recognition Event, Sunday November 13th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Desserts First, 516 E. Broadway in Logansport. Live music will be provided by…

October 24, 2016

Community, Education

Singing and performance focus of Broadway class at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Cody Kopka dreams of a career on stage, as an opera singer. A new vocal performance workshop class at Indiana University Kokomo prepares him for that future, with seasoned performer Garry Grice sharing his talents and experiences. “This…

October 24, 2016

Community

Compete in State Parks’ fall social media photo contest

Celebrate Hoosier fall colors and show off your photography skills by participating in Indiana State Parks’ fall color photo contest on social media. Participants will help Hoosiers celebrate this year’s centennial of Indiana State Parks and make plans for fall…

October 24, 2016

Community

Don’t be scared of Social Security’s secure services

Autumn is the season of dressing up as monsters and watching scary movies in the dark. Even though most of these tricks and treats are just for fun, some of them can be scary, and for good reason. One of…

October 24, 2016

Community

Wear red in Logansport Oct. 23-31

Mayor Dave Kitchell is a proud Purdue University graduate who doesn’t own many red-and- white ensembles that would be appropriate to cheer on Purdue’s rival, Indiana. But he will be wearing red for an entire week soon. The mayor is…

October 23, 2016

Community

Civic Players of Logansport present Neil Simon’s “The Odd Couple”

Civic Players of Logansport will present the comedy “The Odd Couple” on Oct. 21, 22 and 23 at McHale Performing Arts Center. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. This hilarious comedy, written by…

October 21, 2016

Community

Williams named Bicentennial Citizen of the Week

One of Logansport’s All-State Choir members has been named the Logansport Bicentennial Citizen of the Week. Ali Williams, a senior at LHS, is a vocalist who has performed the national anthem at local sporting events. She has toured with the…

October 20, 2016

Community

Make A Difference Day postponed

Fall Break played a hand in making it difficult to execute the resurrected Make A Difference Day observance in Logansport. Mayor Dave Kitchell said Thursday the volunteer effort will be rescheduled for the spring and may be coordinated with the…

October 20, 2016

Community, Education

Former Disney animator inspires IU Kokomo art students

KOKOMO, Ind. — As a child, Breanna Cogswell watched hours and hours of Disney animated movies. An aspiring animator herself, she especially loved Ariel, from The Little Mermaid, with her perfectly drawn underwater hair. On Friday, Oct. 14, Philo Barnhart,…

October 20, 2016

Community

Sustainable ag grants available for farmers, educators

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s North Central Sustainable Agriculture, Research and Education (NC-SARE) program is offering a number of grants for farmers, educators and researchers working on projects in sustainable agriculture. Individuals and groups are eligible…

October 20, 2016

Community, Education

Chet Fincher named to Ivy Tech Kokomo Region Board of Trustees

KOKOMO, Ind. — Chet Fincher, a native of Logansport and business representative for the Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters, has been named to the Ivy Tech Kokomo Region Board of Trustees. Fincher was appointed to a three-year term by Ivy…

October 20, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Galveston Elementary Honor Roll – 1st 9 Weeks 2016-2017

The following students from Galveston Elementary School made the honor roll for the first 9 weeks of the 2016-2017 School Year! “A” Honor Roll 4TH GRADE: Riley Johnson, Madeline Leicht, Raelynn Miles, Nicholas Park, Cassidy Roller, Mylie Sipe, Griffin Wolf,…

October 19, 2016

Community

Secretary of State’s Office says changed dates of birth and first names linked to voters not being able to verify voter registration info

INDIANAPOLIS – Hoosier voters have contacted the Secretary of State’s office after discovering the date of birth or first name on their voter registration is incorrect. This causes the voter to believe they are not registered because they cannot locate…

October 18, 2016

Community

Application Process Opens for the 2017 500 Festival Princess Program

INDIANAPOLIS – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events for Indiana and celebrating the legacy of the Indianapolis 500, today announced it is accepting applications for the 2017 500 Festival Princess Program. Since 1958, the 500 Festival Princess…

October 18, 2016

Community

Senate Debate Tuesday, Oct. 18, Presidential Debate Wednesday, Oct. 19

The following information regarding debates between candidates for president and Indiana’s candidates for governor and U.S. Senate, was compiled from information from the Indiana Debate Commission and Commission on Presidential Debates. US SENATE DEBATE Democrat Evan Bayh, Republican Todd Young…

October 18, 2016

Achievements, Community

Trine University – Logansport recognizes Oct. 2016 Student of the Month

After successfully completing his associate degree from Ivy Tech Community College, Ronnie McClory started at Trine University. While at Ivy Tech, Ronnie served as the Chapter President of Phi Theta Kappa, the honor society for Ivy Tech students. As an…

October 18, 2016

Community

Oct. 18-21: Milling work on East Broadway from 6th – 26th Streets

The Street Department will begin milling work on East Broadway from 6th to 26th Streets Tuesday, October 18 through Friday, October 21. There will be no parking on the north side of East Broadway on Tuesday and Wednesday and no…

October 17, 2016

Community

2016 Local Fundraisers in Cass County

Local non-profits are invited to share details of fundraisers that have a definite start and end date by e-mailing info here. HOLIDAY CHEESEBALLS: Women of the Moose will be making and selling cheeseballs for the upcoming holiday season. There are…

October 17, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Middle School Honor Roll – 1st 9 Weeks 2016-2017

The following students made the honor roll at Columbia Middle School for the first grading period of the 2016-2017 school year. All A GRADE 6: Celeste Gomez, Berlyn Huff, Tristan Kitchel, Kaiden Lucero, Conner Shannon, Luna Tafolla, Myah Yax GRADE…

October 16, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Columbia Middle School 2016 Red Ribbon Essay Contest Winners

Columbia Middle School winners of the Red Ribbon Essay Contest are: Mackenzie Maxwell, Grade 8 Braxton Austin, Grade 8 Hannah Houston, Grade 8 Claire Kitchel, Grade 8 Luna Tafolla, Grade 6 They will be recognized at an awards breakfast on…

October 14, 2016