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Columns, Community

Host families needed in Cass County

For the last thirty years Cass County has opened their homes to international exchange students from around the world. Almost 400 students are proud to call Cass County their second home. The schools in Cass County are looking for additional…

May 6, 2016

Community, Events

Keith Urban to experience Indianapolis 500 in two-seat Indy car driven by Mario Andretti

INDIANAPOLIS – Four-time GRAMMY Award winner Keith Urban will roll off with the field of 33 drivers at this year’s 100th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil. He will be Mario Andretti’s passenger in the custom-built…

May 5, 2016

Community, Events

2017 Crown Royal Presents the ‘Your Hero’s Name Here’ 400 at the Brickyard set for Sunday, July 23

INDIANAPOLIS – The 2017 Crown Royal Presents the “Your Hero’s Name Here” 400 at the Brickyard, one of the marquee events in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, will take place on Sunday, July 23, at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The…

May 5, 2016

Community, Events

Indiana State Fair announces 5 country concerts for 2016

Indianapolis, IN – Today the second wave of the 17 days of concerts was announced that will be part of the Free Stage lineup at the 2016 Indiana State Fair, which will take place August 5-21. Each night of the…

May 5, 2016

Community, Events

Indy 500 flyovers bring “Fast Forward” theme full-circle in patriotic fashion

INDIANAPOLIS – This year, as the historic 100th Running of the Indy 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil prepares to celebrate decades of racing innovation, pre-race festivities will take on a similar theme with two special flyovers. The first will…

May 4, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Ivy Tech Kokomo recognizes student achievement

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Region will recognize students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and leadership during its commencement ceremony May 7. Jacob Ramsey of Kokomo, who graduated with an Associated of Applied Science degree in…

May 4, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

More than 600 degrees to be awarded at Indiana University Kokomo’s Commencement

KOKOMO, Ind. — Six hundred seven graduates will be celebrated at Indiana University Kokomo’s commencement, as IU President Michael A. McRobbie will confer 612 degrees. The ceremony is at 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the Kokomo Event and Conference…

May 4, 2016

Columns, Community, Government

GUEST COLUMN: Pride, progress beginning to show in Logansport

We’ve invited Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell to share updates from the city in a monthly column. As the month of May dawns, there are some encouraging signs happening in our city. One of those signs happened last Saturday at the…

May 4, 2016

Columns, Community, Nonprofits

Preserving our history and the State Theatre

The following guest column was submitted by Barry Taylor, CFO of the State Theatre Preservation Society. With the announcement of the non-profit State Theatre Preservation Society’s creation, the issue of historic preservation comes to mind. Most downtown areas are comprised…

May 4, 2016

Community

2016 Primary Election Results from Cass County, Indiana

Unofficial 2016 Primary Election vote totals from Cass County, Indiana. Includes Early Voting, Royal Center, Cass County 4H Fairgrounds, Twelve Mile, Senior Center, Logansport Mall, Galveston, Walton State & District totals as of 7:18 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2016. Cass…

May 3, 2016

Achievements, Community

Knight named ‘Bicentennial Citizen’ recipient

The most storied swimmer in Logansport history has been named a Logansport Bicentennial Citizen of the Week. Heidi Hendricks Knight, daughter of former Logansport City Councilman Jim Hendricks, and his wife, Patsy, established the most successful path for a swimming…

May 3, 2016

Achievements, Community, Health

Logansport Memorial Hospital’s audiologist earns doctorate degree

Stacey Shilts has been practicing audiology for 18 years, spending the last 8 of those years with Dr. Short and as part of Logansport Memorial Hospital. Recently, she decided to further her education and pursue her doctorate degree in audiology.…

May 2, 2016

Community

GET TO KNOW: Cass County Amateur Radio Club

We want people to know about all the great things our community has to offer, so we’re inviting every business, organization and program in Cass County to be featured on Cass County Online. All you have to do is use…

May 1, 2016

Community, Police/Fire

Former Galveston Town Marshal arrested on three felony charges

Cass County – This morning at approximately 10 a.m., a criminal investigation by Indiana State Police Detective Josh Rozzi resulted in the arrest of former Galveston Town Marshal Michael Clark, 54, Cloverdale, IN. Clark was arrested when he surrendered to…

April 28, 2016

Community

Secretary Lawson reminds voters about what you need to know before you go to the polls

INDIANAPOLIS — Voters and poll workers are gearing up for the Primary Election, which is just days away on Tuesday, May 3rd. To help voters prepare, here are some reminders of what you need to know before you go to…

April 28, 2016

Community

18 things to do April 28 – May 2, 2016 in Cass County, Indiana

LISTEN with the link above. Cass County’s Vote Centers will be open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Cass County Government Building will also be open for voting Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to…

April 28, 2016

Community, Events

Cass County Primary Election Preview 2016

LISTEN with the link above. Indiana’s 2016 Primary Election is Tuesday, May 3. Cass County’s Vote Centers will be open Thursday, April 28, Friday, April 29 and Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the following locations:…

April 28, 2016

Achievements, Community

Butler women’s basketball announces Whitney Jennings will join the program for 2016-17 season

INDIANAPOLIS – Butler women’s basketball head coach Kurt Godlevske is pleased to announce that Whitney Jennings and Kaela Hodges will both join the program for the start of the 2016-17 season. Jennings will join BU after starting her career at…

April 27, 2016

Community, Government

Libertarian Party of Indiana Slates 2016 Candidates

The Libertarian Party of Indiana met at the Wyndham Hotel on Indy’s Westside this past weekend and nominated their candidates for Governor of Indiana and Lt. Governor as well as candidates for federal and state offices. The Libertarian Party of…

April 27, 2016

Community

City of Logansport Code Enforcement office and Logan’s Landing present SPRING CLEANING BLOWOUT!

UPDATE: As of 4:50 p.m. on Sunday, May 1 – The City of Logansport’s Code Enforcement Office says 10 dumpsters have been filled this weekend and no more will be provided. The code enforcement officer says residents should NOT place…

April 27, 2016