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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

Community, Press Release

North Central Regional Planning Council announces READI Projects

On January 26, 2023, North Central Indiana Regional Planning Council (NCIRPC) and Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) announced the first round of Rural Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) projects to move forward. Today at Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Campus, NCIRPC,…

February 3, 2023

Community, Press Release

For the seventh consecutive year, Tyson Foods tops FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies List for food production

Springdale, Ark. — Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) ranks No. 1 on Fortune magazine’s list of the World’s Most Admired Companies in the Food Production category for the seventh consecutive year. The annual survey, conducted by Fortune and Korn Ferry, asks top executives,…

February 3, 2023

Community, Events

Live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 2-5, 2023

Thanks to Mike Almon for compiling and sharing this list of live entertainment in Logansport and nearby for Feb. 2-5, 2023. LOGANSPORT THU – 2nd Black Dog – Euchre/game night – 6p Bonus Pints – Open mic night w/Jimmy –…

February 2, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Logansport Speech Team places 7th at 2023 Penn Invitational

The Logansport High School Berries placed 7th out of 21 teams at the Penn Invitational Speech Tournament. Individual honors went to Celeste Gomez, 5th in Info & Declamation; Luna Tafolla, 3rd in Programmed Oral Interp & Info; Halle VanCuren, 2nd…

January 31, 2023

Community, Press Release

Tyson Foods announces new team member benefits

SPRINGDALE, Ark. – Tyson Foods announced today new changes and investments aimed at further intensifying U.S. team members relationships and enhancing workplace culture. Specifically, we are making changes to U.S. based policies and practices related to healthcare and overall wellness. The company’s…

January 31, 2023

Community, Press Release

Tyson Foods surpasses 18 million lbs. of protein donated in U.S. – including support to Logansport community

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Delivering on its commitment to address food insecurity, Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) announced today it donated more than 18 million pounds of protein – the equivalent of approximately 72 million servings of protein – to food banks, pantries and…

January 27, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

READI accelerates quality of place investments in north central Indiana

Sec. Chambers joins region to commemorate READI progress, nearly $100 million invested in quality of life, talent retention and attraction KOKOMO, Ind. (Jan. 26, 2023) – Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers joined local officials and regional leaders today in Kokomo as…

January 26, 2023