As winter approaches we hope that you were able to get out and enjoy the Panhandle Pathway this summer. The Friends of the Panhandle Pathway (a non-profit volunteer organization) has exciting news about the future of the trail. We are…
The Indiana Department of Health updates COVID-19 county metrics and advisory levels on Wednesdays. On Oct. 13, 2021, Cass County stayed in orange for the tenth week, with 206 weekly cases per 100,000 residents, down from 220 last week, and…
In September, Cass County turned out in spectacular fashion to show community support for Corporal Sanchez’s family but he didn’t get to see it. A group of folks waiting along US 35 to welcome him home talked about how we…
KOKOMO, Ind. – A class trip to New York City inspired Adrian Gazcon to dream big about his artistic career. “I told myself that one day, I would come back to New York to have an exhibit or something with art,”…
FORT WAYNE, Ind. –The American Red Cross continues to experience an emergency blood shortage that has caused the blood supply to drop to the lowest post-summer level in at least six years. With less than a day’s supply of certain…
Plans to remove two historic low-head dams (weirs) on the Eel River in Logansport are moving forward, as the utility company has now selected Deichman Excavating’s bid to complete the work. The project will remove the larger dam located at…
SANTA CLAUS, IN — A Visit From St. Nick, the U.S. Postal Service’s newest holiday stamps, were celebrated Oct. 7 in a dedication ceremony hosted at the Santa Claus Post Office. The four festive stamps illustrate the story of Santa’s…
WASHINGTON, DC — It looks to be another odd year for holiday celebrations. The biggest question likely on most minds is, do we make merry in person or virtually? No matter your plans, the Postal Service is ready to do…
WASHINGTON, DC — Making sure those serving in the nation’s armed forces and diplomatic service receive their presents and care packages in time for the holidays is a priority of the U.S. Postal Service. Plan ahead and mail your holiday…
Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: SOURCE: News release from NASA: NASA will provide coverage of upcoming prelaunch and launch activities for Lucy, the agency’s first mission to explore the Jupiter Trojan asteroids. Lucy is…
On Thursday, October 8, 2021 at approximately 3:15 a.m., Cass County Deputy Michael Thomison observed a red Jeep disregard a stop sign at US 35 and SR 218. Deputy Thomison attempted to stop the Jeep for the traffic violation. The…
The Cass County Community Foundation held a press conference and reception to announce the recipients of the 2021 CCCF Community Grant Awards on October 7, 2021, at the foundation office, 729 E. Market Street. Attendees included representatives of the recipient…
On Friday, October 8, 2021 at approximately 9:54 a.m., Cass County Central Dispatch was notified of an explosion in the area of County Road 600 East and County Road 800 North. Several deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office and…
On October 23, 2021, Sgt. Stanley DeWitt will be laid to rest near his parents and siblings in the Royal Center Cemetery – nearly 71 years after his death. The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced last month that DeWitt,…
The Indiana Department of Health updates COVID-19 county metrics and advisory levels on Wednesdays. On Oct. 6, 2021, Cass County stayed in orange for the ninth week, with 220 weekly cases per 100,000 residents, down from 289 last week, and…
NDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) has received a $500,000 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture National Institute for Food and Agriculture’s (NIFA) Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN) Program. ISDA is partnering with the…
KOKOMO, Ind. – Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers today joined local officials and executives from Stellantis (NYSE: STLA), formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and UAW leaders to announce the company’s plans to invest $229 million in its…
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced 17 regions representing all 92 counties submitted proposals for funding from the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI). Together, these proposals, which aim to accelerate small- and large-scale growth within their communities,…
ARLINGTON, VA;— This holiday season, PBS will broadcast three Peanuts specials including “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,” “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” The specials will air ad free on PBS and PBS KIDS, in addition…
(INDIANAPOLIS) – High-achieving high school and college students who are planning to teach in the State of Indiana for at least five years can apply for a $7,500 scholarship per year of college (up to $30,000 total) through the Next Generation…
