Category Press Release

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation announces 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Finalists

Cass County Community Foundation President & CEO Deanna Crispen is pleased to announce Cass County’s 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Program finalists: Elijah Beard, Lewis Cass High School Finley Gay, Logansport High School Kylee Langley, Logansport High School Madison Lupke,…

October 12, 2023

Press Release, State

Indiana Governor announces second Stellantis, Samsung SDI EV battery manufacturing facility, $3.2B investment in Kokomo

Joint venture StarPlus Energy doubles investment, job creation plans for Kokomo, solidifying Indiana’s global leadership in shaping the future of mobility KOKOMO, Ind. – Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) and Samsung SDI will significantly expand electric…

October 11, 2023

Community, Press Release

Flags at half-staff through October 15, 2023 to honor the lives lost in Israel

In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and Indiana be flown at half-mast to honor the lives lost this past weekend to the hands of…

October 9, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Medicare: What you need to know about open enrollment in 2023

Indianapolis – The Indiana Department of Insurance State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) has started its statewide virtual and on-site Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment presentations and events to help Hoosiers prepare for Medicare Open Enrollment. Hoosiers eligible for Medicare will…

October 8, 2023

Community, Elections, Press Release, State

Indiana Secretary of State reminds voters of Oct. 10, 2023 voter registration deadline

INDIANAPOLIS – Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding eligible Hoosiers, that an important voter registration deadline is just one week away. Tuesday, October 10th is the deadline for voters to register for the upcoming 2023 Municipal Election. The Municipal…

October 3, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Attorney General warns Hoosiers to use caution during National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and Attorney General Todd Rokita wants Hoosiers to be prepared for cyber criminals. “The world we live in relies more and more on technology every day,” Attorney General Rokita said. “This is making our businesses and…

October 3, 2023

Community, Press Release

Russell awarded the Richard Cassidy Jr. “Thanks for Giving” Award during CCCF 30th Anniversary Celebration

The 2023 Richard Cassidy Jr. “Thanks for Giving” Award was presented to Steve Russell during the Cass County Community Foundation’s 30th anniversary celebration in honor of his outstanding contributions to numerous organizations, community volunteerism, and his genuine commitment to Cass…

October 3, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Governor directs flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Senator Diane Feinstein

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Senator Diane Feinstein per President Biden. Flags should be lowered to half-staff statewide as a mark of respect for Sen. Feinstein…

September 29, 2023

Community, Health, Press Release

Indiana Governor unveils new addiction treatment locator

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the launch of Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, a free, confidential, first-of-its-kind tool to connect Hoosiers in need with appropriate addiction treatment and deliver user-friendly information about the quality of available programs. “Hoosiers with substance…

September 29, 2023

Community, Press Release

Locally-owned Shepler Construction to serve as master developer for Lexington Village in Logansport

On Sept. 27, 2023, the Logansport Redevelopment Commission executed a Master Developer and Economic Development Agreement for Lexington Village with Shepler Construction, a locally-owned company that has been in business in Logansport since 1981. Plans for the Lexington Village project…

September 29, 2023

Press Release, State

Attorney General Todd Rokita warns consumers to be aware of romance scams

Attorney General Todd Rokita urges Indiana consumers to be on the lookout for romance scams approaching the holiday season. “Online dating is a popular route for a lot of people these days in their search for true love,” Attorney General…

September 29, 2023

Community, Press Release

Ivy Tech Kokomo to welcome high school students, area employers for MFG Day on October 6, 2023

KOKOMO, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus is offering area high school students a chance to check out the College’s wide range of technology and advanced manufacturing programs as part of the national celebration of MFG Day (Manufacturing…

September 26, 2023

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

2023 National Honor Society Induction at Logansport High School

Congratulations to the newest members of Logansport High School’s Baird F. Cox chapter of National Honor Society. Front Row L- R Sophia Kay, Samantha Madrigal, Berenice Salamanca, Vanessa Santos-Toloza, Giselle Ruiz, Kiaranely Tomas, Alexa Sanchez-Agreda, Lily Newell, Nayeli Montes, Katelyn Maxson,…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation breaks record and awards $309,611.50

The Cass County Community Foundation held a press conference and reception to announce the recipients of the 2023 CCCF Community Grant Awards on September 26, 2023, at the foundation office, 729 E. Market Street. Attendees included representatives of the recipient…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Kiwanis Golf for Kids thanks 2023 supporters

I want to thank everyone who supported us for our annual Kiwanis Golf for Kids outing, held Tuesday, September 19, at the Logansport Golf Club. The proceeds from the event this year will go to the President’s Project, Mike Englert’s…

September 26, 2023

Community, Press Release

Update from Galveston Volunteer Fire Department on Sept. 23, 2023 fire

At approximately 8:13 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, Galveston Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched for a barn fire. Upon arrival, firefighters found a 15,000 square foot commercial building (Maple Grove Distributing) with heavy smoke and flames visible. Our initial…

September 24, 2023

Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County lawmakers: New career scholarships can open doors for Hoosier high school students

Deadline to apply for $5,000 scholarship is Oct. 1, 2023 STATEHOUSE – State Reps. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo) encourage high school students who want to pursue work-based learning and credentials outside the classroom to apply for the…

September 22, 2023

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Homeowner Assistance Fund to close application portal Oct. 20, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) today announced the state’s mortgage assistance program, the Indiana Homeowner Assistance Fund (IHAF) will close the application portal on Oct. 20, 2023. IHAF was created with…

September 21, 2023

Community, Press Release

Petrie Endowment gives back to 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. The Petrie Endowment – funded by Mike Petrie and his wife, Jody (Jones)…

September 21, 2023

Press Release, State

IEDC releases initial results from water study

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) today shared initial findings of an ongoing central Indiana water study conducted by Austin, Texas-based environmental and water resource consulting firm INTERA. The study will be complete by the end of the year.…

September 21, 2023