Category Press Release

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State announces more than half a million Hoosiers have already voted as Election Day nears

With less than two weeks until Election Day, Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales announces that more than half a million Hoosiers have already cast their ballots, demonstrating strong early voter turnout across the state. “With Election Day quickly approaching,…

October 23, 2024

Community, Press Release

Safety concerns force section of River Bluff Trail to close for three weeks starting Oct. 21, 2024

SOURCE: News release from Logansport Utilities A section of the River Bluff Trail along the north side of the Eel River in Logansport will be closed again due to safety concerns with the installation of a water line. The trail…

October 21, 2024

Community, Press Release

Eel River “riffle” project to help hide long-time unsightly large water pipe

SOURCE: News release from Logansport Utilities The Logansport Utilities service board has approved a construction contract be awarded for a unique rock “riffle” project in the Eel River, helping to conceal a long-time pipe that crosses the waters. W Enterprises,…

October 21, 2024

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State reinforces voter integrity with new ‘Vote Here’ signs at polling locations

INDIANAPOLIS -– Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales announces the placement of new ‘Vote Here’ signage at polling locations across the state, underscoring key voter requirements to maintain the integrity of Indiana’s elections. The signs will clearly state that only…

October 21, 2024

Community, Press Release

State Road 16 in Cass County to have daytime closures starting on or after Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024

CASS COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will close State Road 16 between State Road 25 and U.S. 31 during daytime work hours for approximately four days beginning on or after Tuesday, October 22. Crews will be…

October 21, 2024

Community, Press Release, Road Closures

Road closure to impact State Road 29 near Frankfort starting Oct. 28, 2024

CLINTON COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure that will impact State Road 29 just east of Frankfort. Beginning on or after Monday, Oct. 28, crews will close S.R. 29 between S.R. 26 and the…

October 21, 2024

Press Release, State

Indiana Governor makes stop in Ireland to target life sciences sector, announce direct flight from IND to Europe

DUBLIN – Governor Eric J. Holcomb and First Lady Janet Holcomb will continue their overseas trade mission with a stop in Ireland. While in Ireland, Gov. Holcomb, Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg will celebrate a direct flight from the Indianapolis…

October 21, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Europe flight is back: Indiana governor, IEDC and Indy airport announce new transatlantic flight

INDIANAPOLIS – Joining via video from across the Atlantic Ocean today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined Indiana Secretary of Commerce David Rosenberg and Mayor Joe Hogsett and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) officials to announce long-awaited and much-anticipated news regarding a new…

October 21, 2024

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Update from Cass County Sheriff’s Department on October 15, 2024 vehicle pursuit

On Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, the Cass County Sheriff’s Department was engaged in a vehicle pursuit resulting in a crash. At approximately 8:30 p.m., Cass County Sheriff Deputy Leoudy Ventura observed a passenger vehicle traveling west bound on US Highway…

October 17, 2024

Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State asks U.S. Immigration to confirm citizenship status of Indiana voters

INDIANAPOLIS – In response to concerns from voters and local election administrators, Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales filed a request with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to verify the citizenship status of registered voters in Indiana…

October 17, 2024

Community, Press Release

Gundrum Funeral Home Joining Day & Genda Funeral Home Family

LOGANSPORT – Day & Genda Funeral Homes owner Pat Day is excited to share that he has joined forces with the Gundrum & Smith families to acquire ownership of Gundrum Funeral Home in Logansport, Indiana. This transaction, although an acquisition…

October 17, 2024

Community, Press Release

Water service interruption and closure of 3rd Street in Logansport starting Oct. 14, 2024

Contractors for the Logansport Utilities’ water department will be installing a new water main on North 3rd Street starting Monday, October 14, 2024. A water service interruption will begin at 7:00 a.m. in that area and could last through late…

October 13, 2024

Community, Press Release

Local organizations need your help for a festive Christmas celebration at Iron Horse Park in Logansport

SOURCE: News release from Logan’s Landing Logan’s Landing invites the entire community to join us for a magical Christmas Celebration at Iron Horse Park (formerly known as The Depot). This year, we’re thrilled to introduce a first-time event that promises…

October 10, 2024

Community, Press Release

Hoosiers encouraged to share feedback on second draft of diploma rule through Nov. 8, 2024

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Education INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana leaders are encouraging Hoosiers to provide feedback on the second draft of a proposal to redesign Indiana diplomas and maximize the four years of high school. The revised proposal,…

October 10, 2024

Community, Press Release

Stand UP Cass County announces exciting new grant year with expanded initiatives and community programs

SOURCE: News release from Stand UP Cass County Stand UP Cass County is thrilled to announce the commencement of a new grant year, marked by enhanced community programs and initiatives that aim to foster growth, inclusion, and sustainability within our…

October 10, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Secretary of State: Indiana’s Well Maintained Voter Rolls Safeguard Election Integrity

SOURCE: News release from Office of Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales highlights Indiana’s effort to update and clean the state’s voter rolls, reinforcing his office’s ongoing commitment to protecting election integrity. Indiana’s voter…

October 10, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor activates Indiana National Guard to aid Florida hurricane relief

SOURCE: News release from Office of Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb activated the Indiana National Guard to aid with hurricane relief efforts in Florida and help with route clearance, shelter management, supply distribution, and…

October 9, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Hoosiers who want to help storm survivors should work through active organizations, avoid showing up unannounced to a disaster area

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Homeland Security The Indiana Department of Homeland Security encourages all those who wish to donate to the relief efforts for recent hurricanes to do so through coordinating agencies and do not self-deploy to…

October 9, 2024

Community, Press Release

Logansport Utilities sends linemen south to assist in storm outages

SOURCE: News release from Logansport Utilities Logansport Utilities (LU) is sending three linemen from the electric distribution department to join hundreds of others to assist in power restoration in Florida, as forecasters predict more damage to utility services from the…

October 7, 2024

Community, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation announces 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists

SOURCE: News release from Cass County Community Foundation Cass County Community Foundation President & CEO Deanna Crispen is pleased to announce Cass County’s 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program finalists: Applications were received from all four high schools in the…

October 7, 2024