Category Community

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

2025 Indiana University Kokomo graduate students saluted in annual hooding ceremony

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo honored graduate students in its annual hooding ceremony on Friday May 9 in Havens Auditorium. Faculty, staff, family, and friends celebrated with 36 students in the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public…

May 13, 2025

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Indiana University Kokomo radiologic sciences students celebrated for success

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo’s School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) welcomed 25 new healthcare professionals in the radiologic and imaging sciences at its annual pinning ceremony. Carolyn Townsend, interim dean, said the ceremony commemorates a remarkable…

May 13, 2025

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Indiana University Kokomo School of Business recognizes 2025 student achievement

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University Kokomo School of Business recognized the accomplishments of its students with its annual recognition ceremony Wednesday (May 7) in Havens Auditorium. Dean Chittibabu Govindarajalu, faculty, and staff applauded outstanding students, honor cord recipients, honors…

May 13, 2025

Community, Press Release

Milling and paving on S.R. 931 in Kokomo from May 14-late July 2025

Round-the-clock lane closures begin Wednesday night HOWARD COUNTY, IN – On or after the evening of Wednesday, May 14, contract crews will begin round-the-clock lane closures on State Road 931 for milling and paving work in Kokomo. Drivers can expect lane…

May 13, 2025

Community

Info on spam emails and texts from TxTag

You may have received an email regarding unpaid toll notifications via text or email message like the one below: These messages are scams, and users should not click on any of the links. Clicking on the link will take you…

May 13, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Update on May 11, 2025 residential structure fire on US 35 South

On the evening of May 11ᵗʰ, at approximately 5:40 p.m., the Walton Community Fire Department were dispatched to the 28xx Block South U.S. 35 for smoke coming from the roof and windows of a residence. Upon arrival of Walton Engine…

May 13, 2025

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Postcards arriving soon as Indiana Secretary of State’s office continues to clean voter rolls

INDIANAPOLIS –Hoosier voters will be receiving postcards in the mail from the Secretary of State’s Election Division. The mailings are part of a statewide voter list maintenance. The goal is to identify outdated, duplicate, and inaccurate voter registrations to improve…

May 13, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Commercial structure fire on South County Road 700E near Walton

On the morning of May 10ᵗʰ at approximately 10:50 am, Walton Community Fire Department, New Waverly Fire Department, and Cass County EMS were dispatched to the 16xx Block South 700 East for a reported barn fire. Upon arrival of Walton…

May 11, 2025

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area celebrates Class of 2025 with three ceremonies

More than 1,400 degrees and certificates earned by 1,128 graduates KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area – which includes campuses and instructional sites in Kokomo, Logansport, and Peru – celebrated the Class of 2025 with three…

May 10, 2025

Community

Health care professionals honored in 2025 pinning ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo’s School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) honored its 2025 graduates at its traditional pinning ceremony on Thursday (May 8) in Havens Auditorium. The graduates include the inaugural class of the campus’s Occupational…

May 10, 2025

Community

No parking signs and traffic alerts going up in asphalt work zones in Logansport

Logansport area drivers and residents will need to be aware of upcoming asphalt street repair work occurring in the coming weeks due to the ongoing water service line replacement projects. Starting Monday, May 12, 2025, Logansport Utilities’ contractor Five Star…

May 9, 2025

Community

Spring installment of property taxes due May 12, 2025

The spring installment of property taxes is due on Monday, May 12, 2025. Fall installment is due November 10, 2025. Payments may be made in person at the Treasurer’s Office located in the Courthouse at 200 Court Park Room 104,…

May 9, 2025

Community, Press Release

NIPSCO inspection project scheduled for May 12-June 30, 2025

Cass County Emergency Management says NIPSCO has advised of an In Line Inspection Project for their facility at the intersection of Perrysburg Road and Meadowview Drive. Setup will begin this Friday with work being done May 12-June 30, 2025. As…

May 8, 2025

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Indiana University Kokomo School of Education honors newly minted teachers

KOKOMO, Ind. — Faculty and staff in the Indiana University Kokomo School of Education, along with the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year, welcomed nearly 35 new teachers to the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony. Scott Jones,…

May 8, 2025

Community

Logansport Savings Bank’s Junior Board celebrates successful year of service with two significant community donations in 2025

The Logansport Savings Bank Junior Board concluded their year of service with two exciting and significant financial contributions to the Cass County community. Throughout the year, the LSB Junior Board members enthusiastically engaged in various community service initiatives on their…

May 8, 2025

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo to hold free summer robotics camp for high school students June 2-5, 2025

KOKOMO, Ind. — Area high school students will have an opportunity in June to explore automation, robotics and a possible future in high-tech manufacturing, courtesy of Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo. Ivy Tech is sponsoring a free four-day mini-camp aimed…

May 8, 2025

Community, Press Release

Logansport Savings Bank awards $1,925 Community Grant to the Chad LambertYouth Athletic Fund

ABOVE: Joni and Tim Lambert gathered with Logansport Savings Bank President and CEO Chad Higgins and many other LSB staff members to accept the first $1,925 community grant given this year in honor of the bank’s 100th anniversary. The Chad…

May 8, 2025

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Two vehicle crash in Cass County injures four

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, at approximately 07:32 AM, Cass County Central Dispatch was notified of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of County Road 825 West and County Road 250 North. Deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Cass…

May 8, 2025

Community

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area recognizes student achievement in 2025 awards ceremonies

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo is honoring students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and leadership during awards ceremonies for the Class of 2025. They will also be recognized during commencement ceremonies scheduled for May 9. Joshua…

May 7, 2025

Community

Cass County EMA hosts compressed gas cylinder training

This weekend Cass County Emergency Management Agency hosted a Risk Based Response to Compressed Gas Cylinders course conducted by Hazard3. This course helps responders and investigators implement a risk-based response to incidents involving compressed gas cylinders. Attendees participate in classroom…

May 4, 2025