Category Community

Community, Health, Press Release

Indiana Governor unveils new addiction treatment locator

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the launch of Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, a free, confidential, first-of-its-kind tool to connect Hoosiers in need with appropriate addiction treatment and deliver user-friendly information about the quality of available programs. “Hoosiers with substance…

September 29, 2023

Community, Press Release

Locally-owned Shepler Construction to serve as master developer for Lexington Village in Logansport

On Sept. 27, 2023, the Logansport Redevelopment Commission executed a Master Developer and Economic Development Agreement for Lexington Village with Shepler Construction, a locally-owned company that has been in business in Logansport since 1981. Plans for the Lexington Village project…

September 29, 2023

Community

Live entertainment in Cass and surrounding counties for Sept. 27-Oct. 3, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Sept. 27 – Oct. 3, 2023. UPDATED – Sept 27th 6am PLEASE SHARE! LOGANSPORT WED – 27th Bonus Pints – Trivia –…

September 28, 2023

Community, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo to welcome high school students, area employers for MFG Day on October 6, 2023

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus is offering area high school students a chance to check out the College’s wide range of technology and advanced manufacturing programs as part of the national celebration of MFG Day (Manufacturing…

September 26, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

2023 National Honor Society Induction at Logansport High School

Congratulations to the newest members of Logansport High School’s Baird F. Cox chapter of National Honor Society. Front Row L- R Sophia Kay, Samantha Madrigal, Berenice Salamanca, Vanessa Santos-Toloza, Giselle Ruiz, Kiaranely Tomas, Alexa Sanchez-Agreda, Lily Newell, Nayeli Montes, Katelyn Maxson,…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation breaks record and awards $309,611.50

The Cass County Community Foundation held a press conference and reception to announce the recipients of the 2023 CCCF Community Grant Awards on September 26, 2023, at the foundation office, 729 E. Market Street. Attendees included representatives of the recipient…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Kiwanis Golf for Kids thanks 2023 supporters

I want to thank everyone who supported us for our annual Kiwanis Golf for Kids outing, held Tuesday, September 19, at the Logansport Golf Club. The proceeds from the event this year will go to the President’s Project, Mike Englert’s…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Update from Galveston Volunteer Fire Department on Sept. 23, 2023 fire

At approximately 8:13 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, Galveston Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched for a barn fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a 15,000 square foot commercial building (Maple Grove Distributing) with heavy smoke and flames visible. Our initial…

September 24, 2023

Community

NASA invites public to share excitement of Asteroid sample return on Sept. 24, 2023

Here’s an opportunity shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: NASA Invites Public to Share Excitement of NASA’s OSIRIS-REx, the first U.S. mission to collect a sample from an asteroid, will return to Earth on Sunday, Sept. 24th…

September 23, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County lawmakers: New career scholarships can open doors for Hoosier high school students

Deadline to apply for $5,000 scholarship is Oct. 1, 2023 STATEHOUSE – State Reps. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the…

September 22, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Homeowner Assistance Fund to close application portal Oct. 20, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) today announced the state’s mortgage assistance program, the Indiana Homeowner Assistance Fund (IHAF) will close the application portal on Oct. 20, 2023. IHAF was created with…

September 21, 2023

Community, Press Release

Petrie Endowment gives back to Dykeman Clubhouse Project

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department/Foundation is very pleased to announce an additional significant private gift to the Clubhouse Project for the Dykeman Park Municipal Golf Course. The Petrie Endowment – funded by Mike Petrie and his wife, Jody (Jones)…

September 21, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Lt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA launch updated dashboard to assist communities with housing inventory

INDIANAPOLIS – Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) announced the launch of the Indiana Housing Dashboard 2.0, a database that includes a statewide inventory of housing in Indiana. The first version of the Dashboard was released by IHCDA…

September 20, 2023

Community

Live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Sept. 20-26, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Sept. 20-26 2023. UPDATED – Sept 20th 6am PLEASE SHARE! WED – 20th Bonus Pints – Trivia – 6p Neighborhood Bar –…

September 20, 2023

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

New Cass County Deputy takes oath

Cass County Clerk Destry Richey gave the oath of office to a new deputy, Adam Morrow, of the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, on Sept. 18, 2023. Deputy Adam Morrow is a 1997 graduate of Caston High School and resides in…

September 19, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Department of Agriculture shares tips to stay safe around farm equipment on roads during fall harvest

INDIANAPOLIS — Harvest season is officially underway for Indiana’s 94,000 farmers, which means more slow-moving farm equipment will be on Indiana’s rural roads and highways. To keep Hoosiers safe this year, state agencies are asking motorists to be alert and…

September 19, 2023

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State recognizes National Voter Registration Day

INDIANAPOLIS – Today is National Voter Registration Day! Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales and the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) are reminding citizens to register to vote. Since taking office, increasing voter turnout has been a top…

September 19, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

INDOT to host Winter Seasonal Hiring Events on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated individuals who want to help serve fellow Hoosiers this winter. INDOT will host Winter Seasonal Hiring Events on Tuesday, September 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (local time)…

September 16, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Proper car seat use and installation can make a life-saving difference

Child Passenger Safety Week is Sept. 17-23, 2023 INDIANAPOLIS — Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children across the U.S. According to national data, an average of two kids under 13 were killed every day in collisions…

September 16, 2023

Community, Sports

Week 1 Update for the 2023 Football Season

Thanks to Ed Nason for this update on the first game of the 2023 football season. Stay tuned for weekly recaps! So close yet so far away. That was the Indianapolis Colts’ situation last week’s game as they lost their home opener Sunday 21 to 31…

September 16, 2023