Category Community

Community, Press Release

Local responders prepare for new hazards

Lithium Ion Batteries are used in a variety of applications. These range from small applications, such as cell phone or remote-control batteries, to larger applications such as vehicles and home power walls. In addition to these “in use” packages, a…

October 14, 2023

Community

Annular Solar Eclipse on Saturday, October 14, 2023 and Eye Safety is Essential

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: This is a lot of very IMPORTANT information to help you view this partial solar eclipse safely. Included are a few quick videos clips to help too. There will…

October 12, 2023

Community

Historic Preservation Commission approves request for area near The Depot

About a dozen community members accompanied the members of the Historic Preservation Commission to The Depot to learn more about the proposal regarding the area at their meeting on October 12, 2023. (You can view the application here.) The HPC…

October 12, 2023

Leaves on North Street in Logansport, Indiana

Community, Press Release

Leaf pickup in Logansport scheduled to begin the week of October 23, 2023

The Logansport Street Department plans to begin loose leaf pick-up the week of October 23, 2023. The Street Department is asking for the cooperation of Logansport residents when raking leaves. If you choose to rake leaves into piles for the…

October 12, 2023

Community, Press Release

Cleanup of soil in yards of homes near former Exide battery manufacturing location in Logansport set to begin Oct. 23, 2023; public information session scheduled for Oct. 18

The following information was posted on the EPA website at response.epa.gov. Starting October 23, 2023, The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will begin cleaning up lead contaminated soil in yards of homes near the demolished Exide Battery facility in Logansport,…

October 12, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation announces 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists

Cass County Community Foundation President & CEO Deanna Crispen is pleased to announce Cass County’s 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program finalists: Elijah Beard, Lewis Cass High School Finley Gay, Logansport High School Kylee Langley, Logansport High School Madison Lupke,…

October 12, 2023

Community, Elections

2023 Logansport Municipal Election Info – voting hours and locations + more for the Nov. 7, 2023 election

The election on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 is a municipal election for Logansport residents only. Voters must reside within the corporate limits of the City of Logansport. Scroll down for voting hours and locations, plus information about the towns of…

October 12, 2023

Community

Live entertainment in Logansport and surrounding areas for Oct. 11-17, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Oct. 11-17, 2023. LOGANSPORTWED – 11thBonus Pints – Trivia – 6pNeighborhood Bar – Western Wednesday/Line Dancing – 8pTHU – 12thBlack Dog –…

October 11, 2023

Community, Press Release

Flags at half-staff through October 15, 2023 to honor the lives lost in Israel

In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and Indiana be flown at half-mast to honor the lives lost this past weekend to the hands of…

October 9, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Medicare: What you need to know about open enrollment in 2023

Indianapolis – The Indiana Department of Insurance State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) has started its statewide virtual and on-site Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment presentations and events to help Hoosiers prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment. Hoosiers eligible for Medicare will…

October 8, 2023

Community

Railroad crossings in Walton and Galveston to be closed for repairs during the week of Oct. 9, 2023

The Cass County Highway Department says they have been notified by the railroad that they plan to close three crossings between Walton and Galveston for repairs starting on or after Monday, Oct. 9, 2023. The crossings are expected to be…

October 6, 2023

Community

Live entertainment in Logansport and surrounding areas for Oct. 4-9, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Oct. 4-8, 2023. UPDATED – Oct 4th 6am PLEASE SHARE! LOGANSPORT WED – 4th Bonus Pints – Trivia – 6p Neighborhood Bar…

October 4, 2023

Community, Elections

Watch the October 4, 2023 Logansport Municipal Election Candidate Debate (+ info about voting locations and more)

The Candidate Debate was held at McHale Performing Arts Center at 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 4, 2023 and was livestreamed and recorded on McHale Performing Arts Center’s Youtube Channel. You can also click on the player below to head to…

October 3, 2023

Community

FEMA and FCC plan nationwide Emergency Alert Test for Oct. 4, 2023; Test messages will be sent to all TVs, radios and cell phones

WASHINGTON — FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) tomorrow, Oct. 4. The national test will consist of two portions, testing WEA and EAS capabilities. Both tests are…

October 3, 2023

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State reminds voters of Oct. 10, 2023 voter registration deadline

INDIANAPOLIS – Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding eligible Hoosiers, that an important voter registration deadline is just one week away. Tuesday, October 10th is the deadline for voters to register for the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election. The Municipal…

October 3, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Attorney General warns Hoosiers to use caution during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Attorney General Todd Rokita wants Hoosiers to be prepared for cyber criminals. “The world we live in relies more and more on technology every day,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This is making our businesses and…

October 3, 2023

Community, Press Release

Russell awarded the Richard Cassidy Jr. “Thanks for Giving” Award during CCCF 30th Anniversary Celebration

The 2023 Richard Cassidy Jr. “Thanks for Giving” Award was presented to Steve Russell during the Cass County Community Foundation’s 30th anniversary celebration in honor of his outstanding contributions to numerous organizations, community volunteerism, and his genuine commitment to Cass…

October 3, 2023

Community, Education

NASA’s Skywatching Tips in October 2023

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Credits: NASA/JPL, Preston Dyches This is an excellent video clip showing: A “ring of fire” annular solar eclipse across the Americas on Oct. 14 is this month’s top highlight!…

October 1, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor directs flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Senator Diane Feinstein

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Senator Diane Feinstein per President Biden. Flags should be lowered to half-staff statewide as a mark of respect for Sen. Feinstein…

September 29, 2023

Community, Sports

Week 3 recap of the 2023 football season

Ed Nason shares this update on Indianapolis’ third game of the 2023 football season. Stay tuned for weekly recaps! With the Colts winning last week’s game in overtime by a field goal, let’s talk NFL kickers. Let’s be honest Colts Kicker Matt Gay…

September 29, 2023