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Community, Press Release, State

‘Click It or Ticket’ seat belt enforcement campaign launching statewide on May 20, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS — Starting Monday, state and local law enforcement agencies will increasing patrols as part of the national “Click it or Ticket” high-visibility enforcement effort. From May 20 through June 2, officers will be out in full force making sure…

May 19, 2024

Community, Press Release

Lower Spencer shelter stabilization complete; further work is being scheduled

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that work at the lower Spencer Park Shelter has made significant progress. The stabilization work for which Steinberger Construction and Shepler Construction were hired has been completed. New steel pillars were installed…

May 17, 2024

Community

Trail Talk: Issue 19: Changes Over Time

Here’s an update from the Friends of the Panhandle Pathway, which runs through Pulaski and Cass Counties: The photos below show the positive changes that have occurred in the last 14 years with the arrival of the Panhandle Pathway. What…

May 17, 2024

Community, Education, Press Release

Spanish, humanities classes enrich Indiana University Kokomo business major

KOKOMO, Ind. —Jordan Hostetler knew earning a certificate in Spanish would add value to his business management degree from Indiana University Kokomo. What he didn’t know was that it would also enrich his student experience — and that he would end…

May 17, 2024

Community, Press Release

Celebrate Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024

Share your love of the outdoors with a child this weekend during the annual Kids to Parks Day this Saturday, May 18. It’s a national day of outdoor play designed to connect kids and families with local, state, and national…

May 17, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

IDEM forecasts Air Quality Action Day in North Central and Northwest Indiana for Saturday, May 18, 2024

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecasted an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Saturday, May 18, 2024, for North Central and Northwest Indiana. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups…

May 17, 2024

Community, Press Release

Two injured in May 14, 2024 crash

On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at approximately 4:04 p.m. Cass County Central Dispatch received a call of a two-vehicle crash at State Road 25 and County Road 300 South. Deputy Ryan Preston responded to the crash along with several other…

May 17, 2024

Community, Health, Press Release, State

CDC: Indiana reports significant decrease in overdose deaths in 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric J. Holcomb applauded new provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicating a nearly 18% decrease in overdose deaths in Indiana, the second highest percentage decrease among all 50 states. “Hours after…

May 17, 2024

Community, Press Release

Flags at half staff Wednesday, May 15, 2024 in honor of Peace Officers Memorial and Police Officer Week

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff statewide in honor of the Peace Officers Memorial and Police Officer week. Flags should be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset in Indiana on Wednesday,…

May 14, 2024

Community, Health, Press Release

4C Health is on the Road to celebrating 50 years of serving North Central Indiana

C Health will kick off a year of celebrating “On the Road to 50” years of serving North Central Indiana on May 30, 2024. The first meeting that initiated the idea of a community mental health center for Cass, Miami,…

May 14, 2024

Community, Press Release

Logansport Parks Foundation receives $50,000 grant through CCCF Daniel C. Anderson Fund

The Cass County Community Foundation is excited to announce that the very first grant from the Daniel C. Anderson Fund is a $50,000 gift to the Logansport Parks Foundation for the purchase of a community Christmas tree to be in…

May 14, 2024

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo taps community leader Vicki Byrd for honorary degree

Byrd honored for many contributions in healthcare, economic development KOKOMO, Ind. — As the Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area celebrated commencement May 10, the College recognized Vicki Byrd of Logansport with the honorary degree Associate of Science in…

May 11, 2024

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area recognizes Class of 2024’s student achievement

Outstanding academics, leadership honored in 2024 commencement ceremonies KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo honored students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and leadership during its commencement ceremonies May 10. Iza Gould of Kokomo, who completed an Associate…

May 11, 2024

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area celebrates Class of 2024 with three ceremonies

More than 1,400 degrees and certificates earned by 1,029 graduates KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area – which includes campuses and instructional sites in Kokomo, Logansport, and Peru – celebrated the Class of 2024 with three…

May 11, 2024

Community, Press Release

Cass County Emergency Management Agency receives Duke Energy Foundation grant

LOGANSPORT, IN – The Cass County Emergency Management Agency will be receiving $6,450.00 of support from the Duke Energy Foundation. The funds being provided will support training for area public safety responders in the area of Lithium Ion Battery Response…

May 10, 2024

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Honor societies reward academic excellence at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — More than 50 Indiana University Kokomo students were recognized for academic achievement in fields ranging from sociology to business, and from communication to psychology, with their selection for national honor societies. Twelve students were inducted into the Beta Gamma…

May 9, 2024

Achievements, Community, Press Release

Security Federal Savings Bank celebrates 90 Years of Community Excellence!

Security Federal Savings Bank, a trusted pillar of the community, proudly commemorates 90 years of dedicated service. Since our doors first opened on March 31, 1934, in Logansport, Indiana, we have been committed to empowering individuals, families, and businesses across…

May 9, 2024

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech offering EMT course in Lafayette

Classes set to help meet challenge of needed emergency health workers LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College is offering an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training course in Lafayette this summer. The EMT training course could be free with the state’s…

May 9, 2024

Achievements, Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank honors Joni Lambert on her retirement

After a remarkable 43 years of service in the banking industry, Joni Lambert has announced herretirement from Logansport Savings Bank. Having spent 22 years of her distinguished career atour bank, Joni will be remembered for her dedication, professionalism, and commitment…

May 9, 2024

Community, Press Release

Kayak rentals now available in Cass County, Indiana

Cass County residents and visitors have a new opportunity to enjoy the rivers this summer! Cass County has purchased eight kayaks that are located near the boat ramp at Michigan Avenue in Logansport. The kayaks can be rented for a…

May 9, 2024