The Indiana Department of Health updates COVID-19 county metrics and advisory levels on Wednesdays. On March 2, 2022, Cass County moved to blue – the lowest level – after being in orange since Feb. 16. The advisory level remains orange,…
In a recent update regarding mask-wearing guidelines, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shared that masks no longer have to be worn in indoor public settings. This, however, does not include hospitals and long-term care facilities, as well…
INDIANAPOLIS–Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning is now accepting applications from families statewide who may be eligible for grants for their children to receive free, high-quality, pre-kindergarten education through the On My Way Pre-K program for the 2022-2023…
KOKOMO, Ind. – Two hundred thirteen Indiana University Kokomo students earned degrees in December 2021. The graduates represent 30 Indiana counties, seven states, and Saudi Arabia. Graduates are listed by hometown. Those earning degrees include: Almadinah Almunawrah, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia…
STATEHOUSE – Cass County lawmakers are looking forward to local communities tackling health challenges like diabetes and obesity through a new state grant they helped create. In 2021, State Reps. Don Lehe (R-Brookston), Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo)…
KOKOMO, Ind. – A math major, a biochemistry major, and a physics minor add up to one challenging college career for Tifany Burnett. Factor in that she’s accomplished all of this with dyslexia, and it’s truly an inspiring story. “It just…
KOKOMO, Ind. – The many opportunities available in a range of healthcare careers will be the focus March 8 when Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo Campus presents “Tuesday@theTech – Nursing and Health Sciences Edition.” The event is set for 9…
STATEHOUSE – Logansport High School graduate Blake Martin is gaining experience as an intern with State Rep. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) and his fellow members of the Indiana House of Representatives during the 2022 legislative session. Martin, a Logansport native, is…
Logansport, IN. — Starting this week, the Cass County Traffic Safety Partnership will be stepping up patrols tohelp curb dangerous and aggressive driving. The enforcement campaign will run from Friday, Feb. 25, 2022,through Monday, March 21, 2022. The Cass County…
Logansport Utilities (formerly Logansport Municipal Utilities/LMU) is replacing the old, defunct postcard utility bills with new enveloped, full sized letter billing paperwork. The new bills will be printed on 8.5 inch by 11-inch white paper, with the company’s new logo…
Logansport Municipal Utilities is launching a rebranding, which includes a new logo, as the name of the company transitions to Logansport Utilities. The company has gone by different names and logos/looks throughout its more than 125 years as an electric…
The Cass County Community Foundation announced the opening of 2022 applications 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…
INDIANAPOLIS — Starting this week, more than 200 state and local law enforcement agencies will be stepping up patrols to help curb dangerous and aggressive driving. The enforcement campaign will run from Friday, Feb. 25, 2022, through Monday, March 21, 2022.…
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) today announced changes to its COVID-19 data dashboard to better reflect the current state of the pandemic and a shift in school reporting requirements. Effective today, the unique individual positivity rate and…
As Logansport Municipal Utilities (LMU) continues with the ongoing demolition of the old electric generatingplant, a section of the River Bluff Trail along the north side of the Eel River in Logansport will be temporarilyclosed to the public, effective today…
The electric department is replacing a transformer on Cass County Road 475 North, east of Highway 25 North. The section of road will be closed for a couple hours as crews complete the work. Use caution when driving in the…
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The 2022 Indiana Small Farm Conference – Indiana’s premier annual event for the state’s small and diversified farming community – has made the decision to pivot to a virtual platform amid the state’s high numbers of…
STATEHOUSE – State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport) welcomed the following students to the Statehouse who served as Senate pages in January. Sheccid Gutierrez, from Logansport, attends Pioneer Jr. Sr. High School (pictured right) Shivani Gutierrez, from Logansport, attends Pioneer Jr.…
Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb has proclaimed Feb. 20-26 as EMA Appreciation Week, honoring those county-level emergency managers who work around the clock to protect their communities from disasters. Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) celebrates this week by shining a spotlight on the…
Cass County Treasurer Cindy Howard was recently recognized by the Association of Indiana Counties for her efforts in recovering delinquent taxes for the county. TRECS (Tax Refunds Exchange Compliance System) is a tool that can be used by local units…
