Sims named Bicentennial Citizen

A Logansport insurance agent who recently joined his wife and family in donating to a local park project and making it a reality has received a special award. Dick Sims, an avid runner, has been a familiar face on local…

Induction ceremony welcomes new class of nurses at IU Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — More than 50 future nurses celebrated acceptance into the Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing, at its annual induction ceremony. Dean Linda Wallace said the ceremony welcomes the students to the school, and serves as a reminder that…

Check trees now for Asian longhorned beetle

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Indiana residents are being urged to spend a few minutes checking trees in their yards and neighborhoods for signs of the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB), an invasive and potentially highly destructive pest. Purdue University entomologist Clifford…

High School Sports Results: Week of Aug. 22, 2016

VOLLEYBALL: Monday, Aug. 22: The Lady Comet JV team was defeated by Peru 18-25 and 16-25. Sydney Clinger served 8 points and Kyra Estrada led in passing.  The Varsity team beat Peru 25-20, 25-12, 11-25, and 25-21. Bailey Shultz scored…

Sims Connector Trail

New trail connects Huston Park to River Bluff Trail

Logansport Memorial Hospital and the Logansport Parks and Recreation Foundation held a ribbon cutting and dedication for the new Sims Family Connector Trail. The 1/3 mile paved trail through Hervey Preserve connects Huston Park with the River Bluff Trail. The…

High School Sports Results – Week of Aug. 15, 2016

VOLLEYBALL: TUESDAY, AUG. 16: Caston lost in its opener to Carroll 3-25, 18-25, 11-25. The Comets were led by Maranda Sanderson and Bailey Shultz serving 5 points each, Kennedy Adult with 4 kills,  Bailey Shultz with 9 assists, Emily Rowe…

Memorial Center receives funding, director named

The state’s leading historic preservation organization has granted a loan to Logansport and Cass County officials for a new heating and air-conditioning system. Indiana Landmarks, formerly Historic Landmarks Foundation, will loan $50,000 in funding to the city and county for…

United Way of Cass County announces new hires

The United Way of Cass County is excited to announce and welcome Lisa Terry & Chelsea Epp! Lisa Terry, who took on the role as the Director of Donor Relations, is a Logansport native. Lisa is known by many in…

Workshop helps grant writers prepare winning proposals

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue Extension is offering an introductory course on preparing grant proposals. In the fall of 2016, the workshops will be held in five communities around the state: • Purdue Extension-Marion County, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis,…

AG Zoeller: Avoid phone scams by recognizing these area codes

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.– In an ongoing effort to protect Hoosiers from phone scams, Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller urges people to recognize and avoid certain area codes and phone numbers that are commonly used by scammers. Zoeller also reminds Indiana residents…

West Miami Avenue incident ends after 10 hours

Logansport Police responded to a call around 8:15 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13 that turned into a 10 hour standoff. Lt. A.J. Rozzi said the call was in reference to an individual who had allegedly “threatened suicide, had a rifle…

College Campus Safety Tips for Hoosiers

As the end of the summer season quickly approaches, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security reminds college students to think safety as they begin the fall semester. Students should help create a safe environment on campus by staying aware at…

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