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Community

NIPSCO introduces new ways for customers to save energy

Merrillville, Ind. — NIPSCO today announced a lineup of newly available and popular energy efficiency programs to help customers save energy and manage their bills. “Customers want the ability to save energy and money each month, and these programs make…

February 12, 2016

Community

USB approves severance agreement for displaced LMU employees

On a vote of 3-0 today, the Utility Service Board approved a severance package for the 29 generating plant employees affected by the plant’s closing. According to Superintendent Paul Hartman, if every employee accepts the package, the cost to LMU…

February 12, 2016

Community

Former St. Vincent Catholic Church faces possible demolition

The former St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church building in Logansport will be under a microscope in the coming weeks as work begins to remove an historic portion of the building. Mayor Dave Kitchell has announced that the owners, the…

February 11, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

New Logansport school board member appointed

The leader of the Logansport-Cass County Chamber of Commerce and CLEDO was selected to fill the remaining term on the Logansport School Board. Jeff Smith resigned earlier this month. Five candidates applied to fill the vacancy and were interviewed by…

February 10, 2016

Community, Government

Logansport BZA, Housing Authority appointments announced

Three Logansport residents have been appointed as new members to planning and zoning positions and a housing authority board member has been reappointed to a four-year term. Matt Gotshall, who previously served out the term of the late Jim Weaver…

February 10, 2016

Community, Nonprofits

GET TO KNOW: Special Olympics Area 5

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 tell…

February 10, 2016

Community, Health

First human case of Zika virus confirmed in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS—State health officials today announced the first Indiana case of Zika virus infection in a non-pregnant resident who recently traveled to Haiti. This individual’s illness, which was confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), was not severe…

February 9, 2016

Community, Government

Jobs of 2 LMU employees reinstated

Two of the Logansport Municipal Utilities employees who received notices they had been terminated will be going back on the job. Mayor Dave Kitchell announced late this afternoon that the employees who received notices of their termination by Utilities Superintendent…

February 8, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport students selected for 2016 Indiana All State Honor Choirs

Twenty-eight Logansport area students recently participated in the 2016 Indiana All State Honor Choirs. The students spent two days rehearsing and performing at the Indiana Music Education Association’s annual conference in Fort Wayne’s Embassy Theater. Membership in these choirs is…

February 8, 2016

Community

Randy Head announces candidacy for Indiana Attorney General

LOGANSPORT, IN – State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) announced yesterday at the Cass County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner that he is seeking the Republican nomination for Attorney General at the Indiana Republican State Convention in June. “After careful consideration…

February 8, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport HS Speech Team places 2nd at Rossville

The Logansport High School Speech Team placed 2nd out of 16 schools at the Rossville Invitational on February 6, 2016. Individual awards went to: Radio: TJ Caroway, 3rd Discussion: Brayden Riley, 2nd; Jon Raderstorf, 3rd; Matthew Calisto 5th; Humorous: Alex…

February 7, 2016

Community, Education, Events

Ivy Tech sets additional Parent Night in Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — After a standing-room-only response in January, Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus is scheduling an additional Parent Night to help parents of area high school seniors get ready for life after graduation. The session is planned for…

February 7, 2016

Community, Events

2016 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and Finish Line 500 Festival 5K medals pay tribute to 100th Running of the Indy 500

INDIANAPOLIS – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs celebrating the legacy of the Indianapolis 500, today revealed the finisher’s medals for the 2016 One America 500 Festival Mini-Marathon and the Finish Line 500 Festival 5K.…

February 5, 2016

Community, Government

GUEST COLUMN: Winds of change are blowing, but opportunities will not be blown

We have invited Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell to share updates from the City of Logansport in a monthly column. Since Jan. 1, I’ve been asked many times what it’s like to be mayor, or if it’s what I thought it…

February 5, 2016

Achievements, Community

Logansport’s 3rd Bicentennial Citizen named

A very special Special Olympian has been named the third recipient of a new city award. Jessica Crook, 36, who won a gold medal in swimming at the International Special Olympics in Beijing, is the first female recipient of the…

February 5, 2016

Community

GET TO KNOW: Norris Insurance

February 3, 2016

Community, Government

Free bus service expanded in Logansport

After examining results of a pilot program, Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell has decided to retain and expand a free transit service to local residents. Beginning April 1, 2016, Logansport residents will be able to access free bus service to various…

February 1, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Caston seeking Distinguished Alumni nominations

During the month of February 2016 Caston School Corporation is seeking nominations for this year’s group of Caston Distinguished Alumni. Do you know of a Caston Alumni who has made a significant contribution to society, achieved high levels of success,…

February 1, 2016

Achievements, Community, Education

Logansport Band students honored

Logansport Bands is proud of the following students that have been chosen to regional, collegiate, Music Educators, and Allstate bands this year. Indiana Bandmasters All-Region Honor Band grades 7-9: Derek Bergstedt, Caroline Boyd, Hector Elias, Luke Fincher, Mayle Goad, Jordan…

February 1, 2016

Community, Education, Police/Fire

Watch for School Buses with Stop Arms Extended

Peru – Recently, officers working from the Indiana State Police Peru Post have fielded complaints of motorists disregarding school bus stop arms when bus drivers were picking up or dropping off children. During the early morning and late afternoon hours…

January 31, 2016