Category Press Release

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Cass County responders train for train derailments

LOGANSPORT, IN – Responders from multiple area departments came together to participate in a “Command and Control of Train Derailments” course on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. The course, funded thru an Indiana Department of Homeland Security Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness…

February 25, 2024

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Two vehicle crash in Cass County kills one

On Thursday, February 22, 2024 at approximately 12:13 p.m., Cass County Central Dispatch received a call of a two-vehicle personal injury crash at State Road 29 and SR 25 (Tyson Exchange). Deputy David Wells responded to the crash along with…

February 25, 2024

Community, Press Release

Galveston man sentenced to 20 years for dealing controlled substance

Cass County Prosecutor Noah Schafer announces the sentencing of Anthony Wayne Trusty II, age 43, of Galveston, Indiana, to 20 years in the Department of Corrections for Level 2 Dealing in a Controlled Substance, of which 8 years will be…

February 25, 2024

Community, Press Release

33 Indiana Women selected as 500 Festival Princesses for 2024

The 500 Festival proudly unveils the 33 prestigious Indiana women selected to lead as 2024 500 Festival Princesses, hailing from 18 Indiana colleges and universities and 23 cities across the state. With a cumulative GPA of 3.74, this year’s 500…

February 24, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

2024 Indiana DNR Recreation and Fishing guidebooks are online

Your latest guides to exploring Indiana’s great outdoors are now available at your fingertips and at a DNR property near you. The 2024 Indiana Recreation Guide is available now at on.IN.gov And your 2024-2025 guide to Indiana fishing, the Indiana…

February 24, 2024

Community, Press Release

Driveway closed to the public at the Spencer Park Lower Shelter during construction

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that work will begin on the Lower Shelter at Spencer Park starting the week of February 19th. This work will be completed by Steinberger Construction and Shepler Construction under the plans established…

February 24, 2024

Community, Press Release

CCCF opens nominations through March 31, 2024 for the Excellence in Teaching Award in memory of Elizabeth A. Billman

The Cass County Community Foundation announced the opening of 2024 nominations for the “The Elizabeth A. Billman Excellence in Teaching Award”. Elizabeth served faithfully on the Board of Directors of the Cass County Community Foundation for a period of 16…

February 24, 2024

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Indiana Department of Health reports first measles case in five years

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) has confirmed a case of measles in a Lake County resident. The risk to the public is low, but IDOH continues to investigate the case along with local public health officials. No…

February 23, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana officials celebrate National FFA Week for 2024

In honor of National FFA Week, the seven Indiana FFA State Officers, and dozens of FFA members, met in the Statehouse Tuesday, Feb. 20 to receive a proclamation and resolution declaring Feb. 17-24 Indiana FFA Week. “It was a pleasure…

February 21, 2024

Community, Education, Press Release

Logansport High School unveils “Military Wall of Honor” to pay tribute to LHS Alumni

Logansport High School proudly announces the inauguration of its “Military Wall of Honor,” a distinguished display commemorating the loyalty, honor, and service of LHS graduates who have taken the Oath to serve in the United States Armed Forces. This tribute…

February 21, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

State Road 25 to have lane closures near Delphi starting on or after Feb. 21, 2024

CARROLL COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving LLC will reduce State Road 25 to one lane in each direction between State Road 218 and C.R. N 500 W on or after Wednesday, February 21. State Road…

February 19, 2024

Community, Elections, Press Release

Rouser announces campaign for State Representative

Rick Rouser announced he filed to run for Indiana State Representative District 23, which covers portions of Cass and Miami Counties. Rouser is a small business owner and electrical engineer for the automotive industry. “Public service is about serving the…

February 15, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Reserved spring turkey hunt applications open Feb. 19, 2024

Beginning Feb. 19, hunters can apply for spring turkey reserved hunts by visiting on.IN.gov The online method is the only way to apply for the hunts listed below. No late entries will be accepted. Applicants must possess a hunting license…

February 15, 2024

Community, Press Release

Stabilization work to begin at the Lower Shelter at Spencer Park

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that work will begin on the Lower Shelter at Spencer Park starting the week of February 19, 2024. This work will be completed by Steinberger Construction and Shepler Construction under the plans…

February 15, 2024

Community, Education, Press Release

IU Kokomo applauds December 2023 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo congratulates the 165 students who earned degrees in December 2023. The graduates represent 24 Indiana counties, six states, Saudi Arabia, and Vietnam. Those who earned degrees include: Akron Shelby Li-Ann Rose, Bachelor of General…

February 13, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

INDOT, ISP encourage drivers to plan ahead for upcoming total solar eclipse

(Peru, IN) — Indiana will play a pivotal role in hosting eclipse enthusiasts as they flock to the Hoosier State to catch a glimpse of the first total solar eclipse in seven years on Monday, April 8. The eclipse will be…

February 13, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Celebrates Legacy Businesses: State Accepting Nominations for Governor’s Century, Half Century Business Awards through April 12, 2024

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…

February 13, 2024

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana remains a top agricultural state according to new census

INDIANAPOLIS — According to the newly released agricultural census data from The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, Indiana remains a top agricultural state, with agricultural products valued at over $18 billion. “This data shows that…

February 13, 2024

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Skunk rabies circulating in southern Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health urges residents to vaccinate their pets against rabies and to keep a safe distance from wildlife after skunk rabies was detected in two southern Indiana counties. Skunk rabies is normally present in northern…

February 12, 2024

Community, Press Release

Support provided by Central Paving, Inc. and Brandstatter Family for Dykeman Clubhouse project

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department/ Foundation is very pleased to announce an additional significant private gift to the Clubhouse Project for the Dykeman Park Municipal Golf Course. Kurt and Emily Brandstatter, as the owners of Central Paving, Inc. have…

February 11, 2024