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Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana First Lady announces new initiative to INspire Healthy Families

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun today announced the launch of INspire Healthy Families, a new Indiana Department of Health initiative that she is championing. The purpose of INspire Healthy Families is to help Hoosier families build healthier habits together through simple, practical daily…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Attorney General launches IN Fuel Watch

New online portal brings transparency to Indiana gas prices during declared energy emergency On April 28, 2026, Attorney General Todd Rokita launched IN Fuel Watch, a new public online portal that provides real-time gasoline prices at more than 4,600 Indiana gas stations around the entire state. The user-friendly website allows Hoosiers to search, filter and…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Governor strengthens Indiana’s competitiveness with China, establishes safeguards against foreign adversaries

INDIANAPOLIS – On Thursday, April 30, 2026, Indiana Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed two bills into law to protect Hoosiers, strengthen state oversight, and ensure Indiana remains competitive in the face of growing threats from foreign adversaries. Senate Enrolled Act 256 establishes new…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor improves child care access and affordability, supports working families

INDIANAPOLIS – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Governor Mike Braun ceremonially signed HEA 1177, legislation that expands employer-supported child care options and helps more Hoosier families access affordable, reliable child care. “Affordable child care is one of the biggest pressures on family…

May 1, 2026

Community, Government, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor announces IN AI to grow jobs and wages through human-centered AI

INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, Governor Mike Braun announced IN AI, a new statewide initiative focused on helping businesses grow, create jobs, and increase wages through the practical application of human-centered artificial intelligence. The initiative will be executed by the…

May 1, 2026

Community, Press Release

Rent Fun kiosks available at Iron Horse Park in Logansport

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department reminds the public that ping pong, cornhole, and foosball are available at Iron Horse Park, next to The Pavilion and the Farmer’s Market. Visitors may bring their own cornhole bags or ping pong paddles,…

May 1, 2026

Community

4C Health announces Rural Pre-Med Summer Internship Immersive

4C Health is announcing the implementation of a rural Indiana Pre-Med Summer Internship Immersive starting in the summer of 2027. This immersive experience for pre-med students will cover Cass, Miami, Fulton, Pulaski, White, Howard, and Tipton counties spanning psychiatry and…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

IUK students win NCAA competition in March Madness class

KOKOMO, Ind. — Everyone loves an underdog story — especially in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. A team of Indiana University Kokomo students outperformed teams from IU Indianapolis, Indiana State University, Butler University, Ball State University, and University of Indianapolis to…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

NMAT students create logo for Howard County Science Fair

KOKOMO, Ind. — When the 63rd annual Howard County Science Fair takes place in February 2027, it will include a new logo created by an Indiana University Kokomo student. Erika Creighton’s design was chosen from eight submitted by students in…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Graduating teachers honored at Indiana University Kokomo recognition ceremony

KOKOMO, Ind. — Faculty and staff in the Indiana University Kokomo Division of Education, along with the 2026 Indiana Teacher of the Year, welcomed 50 new teachers into the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony. Scott Jones, executive…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Pioneer Regional School District Superintendent completes rigorous Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents’ EPIC Leadership Program

Royal Center, IN — Dr. Charles Grable, Pioneer Regional School Corporation Superintendent recently completed the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents’ (IAPSS) EPIC (Educators Preparing Inspired Change) program—Indiana’s premier leadership development initiative designed to equip top school leaders with advanced…

May 1, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Undergraduate research spotlighted at annual IU Kokomo Student Research Symposium

KOKOMO, Ind. — When most people think of research, they think of surveys, finding sources in a library, or working with test tubes and microscopes in a laboratory. That’s not the kind of research Braelyn McAdams does. Working with Lina…

May 1, 2026

Community, Education, Press Release

Kokomo Service Area raises $69,000 to support students and communities

Record-breaking $614,421 donated statewide on Ivy Tech Day 2026 KOKOMO, Ind. – The fourth annual Ivy Tech Day – a 24-hour day of giving to support the greatest and most immediate needs of students attending Ivy Tech Community College –…

May 1, 2026

Community, Press Release

F&K Construction begins water service line identification work in downtown Logansport

Logansport Utilities’ contractor for the ongoing water service line replacement project will be working in the downtown area. Crews will begin identifying existing water service line materials through a process commonly referred to as “potholing,” which involves small, targeted excavations…

May 1, 2026

Community, Press Release

Free swim lesson signup available May 1, 2026

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department is very pleased to announce Cass County residents may begin to sign up their children for swim lessons at Muehlhausen Aquatic Center beginning May 1, 2026. Swim lessons are being led by Lewis Cass…

April 29, 2026

Community, Press Release

MHA-WVR launches “Light Up Green” campaign and full May calendar for Mental Health Awareness Month

LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Mental Health America Wabash Valley Region (MHA-WVR) is inviting communities across North Central Indiana to Light Up Green this May in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, joining a national movement led by Mental Health America, the…

April 29, 2026

Community, Press Release

RED Program concludes initial surveys, developing further plans for pilot beautification neighborhood.

The Rural Empowerment & Development (RED) Program concluded community surveys asking about neighborhood concerns to identify opportunities for improvement across Logansport. The 10- question community feedback survey concluded on March 23rd. The survey, available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole,…

April 24, 2026

Community, Press Release

Help Logansport create Safe Streets for All

The City of Logansport is developing a comprehensive strategy to reduce fatalities and serious injuries from vehicle crashes for all modes and users of the road. With community input, this plan will prioritize roadway and infrastructure projects that address safety…

April 24, 2026

Community, Education, Press Release

Applications accepted through May 31, 2026 for Pioneer School Board vacancy

Pioneer Regional School Corporation has been notified that Ms. Rachelle Pearson will resign from the Pioneer Regional School Board of Trustees effective at the end of June 2026. We extend our sincere appreciation for her seven years of dedicated service…

April 22, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Logansport High School announces 2026 Hall of Distinction inductee

Logansport High School is proud to announce that Don J. Schmidt has been selected as the 2026 Logansport High School Hall of Distinction Inductee, recognizing his lifetime of professional achievement, public service, athletic excellence, and commitment to community. Mr. Schmidt…

April 22, 2026