Category Press Release

Community, Press Release

Logansport Parks and Recreation Department holds its regular monthly meeting for May 2023

During the regular meeting of the Logansport Parks & Recreation Board on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, the Parks Board took the following actions: The Logansport Parks & Recreation Board meets regularly the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m.…

May 12, 2023

Press Release

Radio broadcaster sets example with return to college

KOKOMO, Ind. — No matter how long it takes, Jake Query finishes what he starts. On Wednesday, he walked across the Commencement stage at Indiana University Kokomo, celebrating the completion of a bachelor’s degree he began in 1991. “It was…

May 12, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

2023 Commencement celebrates graduate achievements at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Under perfect sunny blue skies, Indiana University Kokomo celebrated the achievements of the Class of 2023 at its 54th Commencement on May 10. More than 400 graduates processed from the Main Building through the Quad, where faculty…

May 12, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area celebrates Class of 2023 with four ceremonies

More than 1,350 degrees and certificates earned by 1,000 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 2023 with four…

May 12, 2023

Community, Press Release

Two vehicle crash injures four and closes roadway

On Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at approximately 8:21 p.m., Cass County Central Dispatch received numerous calls of a two-vehicle crash at County Road 400 South and State Road 29. Several deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to the…

May 11, 2023

Press Release

Logansport man convicted of possession of meth, drunk driving and resisting law enforcement

LOGANSPORT – Noah Schafer, the Cass County Prosecuting Attorney, announced that Jaime Torres-Cano, of Logansport, was convicted May 8, 2023 of the felony offenses of possession of methamphetamine, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, and resisting law enforcement by fleeing in…

May 11, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor announces fourth round of Next Level Trails

ELKHART, Ind. – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced details for the fourth round of the Next Level Trails (NLT) grant program, which will dedicate an additional $30 million to connect communities through more hiking, biking, and riding trails across…

May 11, 2023

Community, Press Release, Sports

Logansport High School announces move to Hoosier Conference

Logansport High School has announced that it will leave the North Central Conference (NCC) and join the Hoosier Conference after a vote today by the Hoosier Conference. After careful consideration and discussions with coaches and school community members, school officials…

May 11, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Public Alert: Attorney General Todd Rokita asks Hoosiers to report signs of human trafficking

Attorney General Todd Rokita today asked Hoosiers to stay alert for signs of human trafficking in communities across Indiana and to report any suspicious activities to authorities. Unfortunately, large events bringing throngs of spectators are known to create increased demand…

May 11, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Epic Month of May at IMS set for green flag

Racing Capital of the World Ready To Welcome Fans from Across the Globe INDIANAPOLIS – It’s May in Indianapolis, and that means it’s time to start preparing for your trip to racing’s most-famed venue: Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Gates will be…

May 9, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Academic achievement noted by honor societies at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — More than 60 Indiana University Kokomo students and faculty were recognized for academic achievement in fields ranging from Spanish to business, and from radiologic and imaging science to psychology, with selection for national honor societies. Six students…

May 9, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Hooding ceremony celebrates Indiana University Kokomo graduate students

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo celebrated the hard work and dedication of its graduate students, honoring them at the annual master’s hooding ceremony Friday (May 5). Forty-seven students in the Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public Management…

May 9, 2023

Community, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo Circle of Ivy raises more than $16,000 to support student success

Women’s philanthropic donations funded five projects in service area KOKOMO, Ind. – More than 60 members of the Kokomo chapter of Ivy Tech Community College’s Circle of Ivy celebrated spring and their commitment to the College’s students at a festive…

May 9, 2023

Community, Press Release

Girl Scout elect board members at annual celebration event

(Fort Wayne, IN) – Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana elected the following board members at their annual celebration event held Saturday, May 6, at Camp Ella J. Logan near Syracuse: Directors at large elected for three-year terms ending in 2026:…

May 9, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Flags at half-staff through May 11, 2023 in honor and remembrance of victims in Allen, Texas

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of the victims of the horrific tragedy in Allen, Texas. Flags should be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Thursday, May…

May 8, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor directs flags to be flown at half-staff Sunday, May 7, 2023 in honor of the National Firefighters Memorial Service

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff statewide Sunday, May 7, 2023, in honor of the National Firefighters Memorial Service and to pay our respects to the brave firefighters and first responders who…

May 6, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Nursing students lauded in traditional pinning ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) welcomed new nurses into the profession at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony Thursday (May 4) in Havens Auditorium. Nursing graduate Maya Vandergriff welcomed the class,…

May 5, 2023

Education, Press Release

Ceremony honors Indiana University Kokomo’s radiologic sciences graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — The Indiana University School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) celebrated the accomplishments of its graduates in radiologic sciences at its annual recognition and pinning ceremony on Thursday (May 4). Faculty and staff congratulated graduates in…

May 5, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Future teachers honored at recognition ceremony at Indiana University Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind — The Indiana University Kokomo School of Education welcomed 55 new teachers to the profession at its annual recognition ceremony Wednesday (May 3) in Havens Auditorium. Chancellor Mark Canada congratulated the graduates, noting the importance of the work they…

May 5, 2023

Community, Press Release

U.S. 35 to have two closures between Winamac and Dunkirk beginning on or after May 8, 2023

CASS AND PULASKI COUNTIES Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor RAM Construction Services will close U.S. 35 in two locations between State Road 24 and State Road 14 for approximately two weeks beginning on or after Monday, May 8. …

May 4, 2023