Category Press Release

Press Release, State

Electric vehicle battery supplier powers Indiana’s thriving economy of the future

KOKOMO, Ind. – soulbrain MI, a tier one supplier for the electric vehicle industry, has announced plans to establish operations in Kokomo, creating up to 75 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2025. “Indiana is uniquely positioned to be…

December 14, 2022

Education, Press Release, State

Indiana GPS Dashboard launches

New dashboard empowers Hoosiers with robust view of school and student performance INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) launched its new Indiana Graduates Prepared to Succeed Dashboard (Indiana GPS), which displays a transparent, robust view of school and…

December 14, 2022

Press Release, State

Avian influenza confirmed in Gibson County water birds

Avian influenza has been confirmed in snow geese and other water birds from western Gibson County. Diagnostic testing on carcasses collected there was done at the National Veterinary Services Lab. More than 100,000 snow geese are currently present in western…

December 12, 2022

Press Release

Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame announces 2023 Men’s Center Circle Officials Award winners

NEW CASTLE – The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame recognizes three men for their contribution as high school basketball officials as the 2023 Men’s Center Circle Officials Award winners. James Robinson, Tom Rohr and the late Larry “Butch” Jones will…

December 12, 2022

Health, Press Release

Indiana health officials encourage Hoosiers to get vaccinated against flu amid rising cases, hospitalizations

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana health and hospital officials are encouraging eligible Hoosiers to get vaccinated against influenza (flu) as soon as possible, as high levels of transmission are significantly impacting hospitals across the state. As of the week ending Dec. 3, Indiana…

December 12, 2022

Community, Health, Press Release

MASK POLICY UPDATE: Masks required at Logansport Memorial Hospital effective Friday, December 9, 2022 at 9 a.m. – Friday, December 16 at 9 a.m.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidance for healthcare facilities across the country about masking requirements for COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Logansport Memorial has consistently followed the CDC’s guidance and…

December 9, 2022

Community, Press Release

Ride Along with Artemis around the Moon and Snoopy in space

Here are some updates shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Credit: NASA Astronaut Snoopy Lands in New York for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls Artemis Flyby Earth and Moon Image Credit: NASA Snoopy Hitches Ride to…

December 6, 2022

Community, Press Release

What’s Up in December 2022 Skywatching Tips from NASA

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Your evening planet highlights, include the disappearance of Mars, and the constellation Pegasus. This December, it’s easy to locate Pegasus, thanks to brilliant Jupiter. Face southward to find the…

December 6, 2022

Community, Press Release

Logansport awarded $750K through Community Crossings for S. Cicott Street project

Today, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Commissioner Mike Smith announced 229 Indiana cities, towns, and counties that received a combined $119.4 million in state matching funds for local road projects through Community Crossings, a component of the Governor’s Next Level…

December 6, 2022

Press Release

Tyson Foods to give over 90,000 U.S. hourly team members approximately $50 million in year-end bonuses

Springdale, Ark. – Tyson Foods is saying thank you once again to more than 90,000 hourly team members across the U.S. by giving them approximately $50 million in year-end bonuses for their efforts over the past year. For team members…

December 6, 2022

Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation announces 2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Recipient

The Cass County Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Luna Tafolla, a senior at Logansport High School as their 2023 Lilly Endowment Community Scholar. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership.…

December 6, 2022

Education, Press Release

4C Health establishes Human Services scholarship at Ivy Tech

Gift aims to help address behavioral health workforce shortage KOKOMO, Ind. – 4C Health, a comprehensive non-profit behavioral health care provider that has served the communities of rural north central Indiana for more than 45 years, has established a scholarship…

December 5, 2022

Press Release, State

Donato: Applications available for 2023 Indiana Senate Page Program

STATEHOUSE — The Indiana Senate is now accepting applications for the 2023 Senate Page Program, said State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport). Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates and help staff…

December 3, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana Governor accepting applications for 2023-2024 Fellowship Program through January 31, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced that applications will be accepted through Jan. 31 for the 2023–2024 Governor’s Fellowship. The Governor’s Fellowship is highly selective and provides a unique experience in Indiana state government by placing fellows in various…

December 2, 2022

Press Release

Crash injures two and closes roadway for helicopter landing

On Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022 at approximately 3:39 p.m., Cass County Central Dispatch was notified of a two-vehicle crash at County Road 300 South and State Road 25. Deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, Clymers Fire, Logansport Fire, Carroll…

December 2, 2022

Community, Health, Press Release

MASK POLICY UPDATE: Masks not required at Logansport Memorial Hospital effective Friday, December 2, 2022 at 9 a.m. – Friday, December 9 at 9 a.m.

December 2, 2022

Press Release

CR 400 S project completed

CR 400 South is now fully open between SR 29 and SR 25. The final segment of the 9-year 13.8 million dollar project has been opened, with only minor cleanup activities yet to be done. Completion of the project serves…

December 2, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana DOR reminds nonprofits about upcoming tax changes

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) wants to remind nonprofit organizations about changes to how they file their annual report with the agency and how they will access sales tax exemption certificates beginning next year. Earlier this year,…

December 1, 2022

Press Release

USPS Operation Santa open through Dec. 19, 2022 for letter adoption

WASHINGTON — Are you in a position to give a child or family some extra magic this season? If so, you can now adopt a letter written to Santa at USPSOperationSanta.com. USPS Operation Santa relies solely on random acts of…

December 1, 2022

Community, Press Release

Cass County Visitors Bureau hosting 2022 holiday display contest

The Cass County Visitors Bureau is hosting a holiday display contest. The competition is open to all residences in Cass County, Indiana. Entries will be accepted from December 1-15, 2022. Please email a photo of the outdoor decorations along with…

December 1, 2022