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Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor honors Emergency Management Agencies during 2023 EMA Appreciation Week

Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs) often work behind the scenes without gaining attention until events like snowy weather, floods, tornadoes, etc. Governor Eric J. Holcomb is honoring this group of critical personnel by celebrating EMA Appreciation Week Feb. 19-25, 2023. EMAs…

February 19, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Spring turkey reserved hunt applications open February 19, 2023

Beginning Feb. 19, hunters can apply for spring turkey reserved hunts at on.IN.gov The online method is the only way to apply for the hunts listed below. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, March 19. No late entries…

February 18, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Family Nurse Practitioner students honored with white coat ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Eight students in the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program at Indiana University Kokomo received the white coats that signify a new role in the healthcare field in a ceremony in Kresge Auditorium. During the program, faculty, alumni,…

February 18, 2023

Community, Press Release

Fairview Park Playground closed Monday, Feb. 20, 2023

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that the Fairview Park Playground will closed to the public on Monday, February 20 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. The grand entrance to the playground is being installed and will require…

February 18, 2023

Community, Press Release, Road Closures

ROAD CLOSURE: CR 500 S at intersection of US 35 in Cass County

CR 500S will be closed at the intersection of US 35, effective immediately, in connection with the NIPSCO gas line construction. Longer than expected traffic delays on US 35 in the single-lane construction area have resulted in the need to…

February 17, 2023

Community, Elections

Cass County Election Board upholds mayoral candidate challenges

The Cass County Election Board met at 9 a.m. Friday, February 17, 2023 to hold hearings for challenges filed regarding two declarations of candidacy for the municipal primary election. The first challenge addressed by the Cass County Election Board pertained…

February 17, 2023

Community

It’s Always Heart Month on the International Space Station and Astronomy Picture of the Day

Here are a few links shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: It’s Always Heart Month on the International Space Station Melissa GaskillInternational Space Station Program Research Johnson Space Center Heart and Soul Nebulas Astronomy Picture of the…

February 16, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana accepting nominations for Governor’s Century, Half Century Business Awards through April 14, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – The state of Indiana is now accepting nominations for the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards, which honor Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for at least 100 or 50 years, respectively, and have demonstrated a commitment…

February 16, 2023

Community

Weekly guide to live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 16-19, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 16-19, 2023. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT in LOGANSPORT, INDIANA and nearby STARTING in JANUARY the guide will include ALL forms of entertainment including…

February 15, 2023

Community, Press Release

Logansport Parks and Recreation Department recruiting lifeguards for Summer 2023

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced a new program for recruiting lifeguards to work at the Muehlhausen Aquatic Center: those interested may receive a reimbursement to pay for Lifeguard Certification(or Recertification) Training. The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department…

February 15, 2023

Community, Education

Registration info for Cass County students starting kindergarten in August 2023

It’s time for members of the Class of 2036 to enroll in kindergarten! Here’s information we’ve compiled about Kindergarten Roundup or Registration for schools serving students in Cass County. We’ll add more info as it’s received. For more info, contact…

February 12, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Logansport HS Speech Team places 3rd at final regular season meet of 2023

The Logansport High School Speech Team placed 3rd at their final regular season meet of the season, held at Rossville on February 11. The Sectional will be held at McCutcheon on February 25. Individual Honors went to: Celeste Gomez: 6th…

February 12, 2023

Community

NIPSCO gas expansion project in Cass, Howard and Miami Counties

Here is more info on a NIPSCO project underway as of February 2023: Cass, Howard and Miami CountyThe purpose of this project is to provide natural gas service to the StarPlus Energy, joint venture, battery plant in Kokomo. Installation: 18.5…

February 9, 2023

Community, Events

Weekly guide to live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 9-12, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 2-5, 2023. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT in LOGANSPORT, INDIANA and nearby UPDATED – FEB 8th 6am PLEASE SHARE! STARTING in JANUARY the guide…

February 8, 2023

Community, Press Release

Daytime closures of CR 1250 near Galveston planned on Feb. 9-10, 2023

A contractor working for NIPSCO is planning daytime closures of CR 1250S between 1000E and SR 18 this Thursday and Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM. Flaggers will be posted at each end of the closure as trees are…

February 8, 2023

Community, Press Release

Governor proclaims Feb. 11, 2023 as Indiana 211 Day

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb has proclaimed Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, “Indiana 211 Day,” as Indiana joins states and cities across the country raising awareness about 211: an important, free resource, available to all Hoosiers. In 2022, Indiana 211…

February 7, 2023

Community, Events, Press Release

Two local pageants coming to Logansport on Feb. 11, 2023

Miss Hoosier Heartland and Miss Tippecanoe, two preliminary competitions that send titleholders to Miss Indiana, will take place at the McHale Performing Arts Center in Logansport, IN on Saturday, February 11, 2023. The event is open to the public and…

February 6, 2023

Community

Pioneer Jr.-Sr. High School Honor Roll for 2nd grading period of 2022-2023 school year

Congratulations to the Pioneer Junior-Senior High School students who made the honor roll for the 2nd grading period of the 2022-2023 school year: Grade 7 – All A Honor Roll Khloe Sue AukerVictoria Vivian BingamanKaylee Jo FunkHallie Nicole LeboAyla Jane…

February 5, 2023

Community

Spring Sports Signups in Cass County, Indiana

Here’s some info from area sports leagues regarding registration for 2023 spring signups: LOGANSPORT GIRLS SOFTBALLFor ages 5 to 158u, 12u and 15u Register online here by Sunday, March 6 or in-person Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023 from 3:45-7:45 p.m. and…

February 5, 2023

Community, Education

February Skywatching, Black History Month, Congressional Space Medal of Honor, and NASA Spinoffs 2023

Here are some links shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: What’s Up in February Skywatching Tips from NASA Credit: Preston Dyches from NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory In Honor of Black History Month Credit: NASA Former NASA astronauts…

February 3, 2023