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Achievements, Community

Geisler’s encore: Citizen of the Week

One of the major events of the Indiana State Fair is the annual band competition, and this year’s event had a Logansport flavor. Richard Geisler, a Logansport native, was the director of the Anderson High School Marching Band which finished…

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August 13, 2018

Community

Logansport Memorial Hospital Donates $200,000 to the YMCA

The Cass County Family YMCA has a lot to celebrate lately. Today, the Y announced that they have accepted a generous $200,000 gift from Logansport Memorial Hospital. The money is being given toward the recently announced capital campaign that will…

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August 13, 2018

Community

MONDAY, Aug. 13: Five things to know and five upcoming events

Here are five things you might want to know for Monday, Aug. 13, 2018: BID OPENING FOR LMU’S MELBOURNE AVENUE PROJECT, CITY BUDGET MEETINGS A special meeting to open bids for the Melbourne Ave. Wet Weather Project is scheduled for…

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August 13, 2018

Community

Logansport Memorial Hospital seeking volunteers

Logansport Memorial Hospital is seeking customer-focused individuals to join its service-oriented volunteer groups and help continue our tradition of delivering compassionate patient care. Volunteers can choose to be part of one, two, or all three groups with service opportunities available…

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August 12, 2018

Community, Education, State

Holcomb shares school safety report, recommendations & next steps

On Friday, Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb released the report detailing the school safety recommendations compiled by a working group formed by Indiana Department of Homeland Security Director Bryan Langley, in conjunction with David Woodward, the Indiana Department of Education’s…

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August 12, 2018

Community, Education

Ivy Tech in Logansport offers extended hours to assist students for fall semester

LOGANSPORT, Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College’s Logansport campus is offering extended hours during the weeks of August 13 and August 20 to help students challenged to get in during regular office hours. Staff will be on hand from 8…

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August 12, 2018

Obituaries

Dominic J. Mittica

Dominic J. Mittica, 90, Logansport, passed away in Miller’s Merry Manor on Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at 8:15 a.m. Born in Logansport, in March 14, 1928, he was the son of the late Rocco and Maria (Coluccio) Mittica. On June…

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August 12, 2018

Obituaries

Jennifer Jo Russell

Jennifer Jo Russell, 63 of Winamac formerly of South Bend and Speedway passed away peacefully at 11:55 a.m., Wednesday, August 8, 2018 at Dupont Hospital in Ft. Wayne. Born on April 10, 1955 in Logansport, she was the daughter of…

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August 12, 2018

Community

View crescent moon at IU Kokomo Observatory open house on Aug. 12

KOKOMO, Ind. — A crescent moon and at least four planets will be visible at the first Indiana University Kokomo free Observatory open house of the school year. Patrick Motl, associate professor of physics, will begin the open house at…

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August 12, 2018

Community

Professor makes 100-mile trek to promote organ donation

KOKOMO, Ind. — One Indiana University Kokomo faculty member hopes to inspire at least 50 people to register as organ donors — one step at a time. For seven days in July, Karla Stouse raised awareness of the critical need for donors,…

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August 9, 2018

Community, State

Indiana Attorney General warns of credit card scam

Attorney General Curtis Hill is warning Hoosiers to beware of scams in which companies send consumers unsolicited credit cards, often touting high credit limits. Consumers should never activate cards they have not requested nor provide personal information to entities sending…

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August 9, 2018

Community, Health

Indiana health officials report first human case of West Nile in 2018

INDIANAPOLIS—State health officials are urging Indiana residents to take steps to protect themselves from mosquito bites amid an increase in West Nile virus activity across the state. As of August 6, one human case of West Nile virus disease has…

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August 8, 2018

Obituaries

Sara “Janie” Schneider

Sara “Janie” Schneider, age 75, Winamac, formerly of Logansport, passed away at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, in Franciscan Health, Indianapolis. Born January 26, 1943, in Logansport, she was the daughter of Thomas F. and Erma Louise Burk…

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August 7, 2018

Obituaries

Pamela L. Hunt

Pamela L. Hunt, 64, of Logansport, passed away at 6:00 a.m., Sunday, August 5, 2018 in her residence surrounded by her family and friends. Born on July 24, 1954 in Wheeling, West Virginia, she was the daughter to the late…

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August 7, 2018

Obituaries

Cecil T. Packard

Cecil T. Packard, 71 of Logansport, passed away Sunday, August 5, 2018 at St Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. Born on November 25, 1946 in Indiana, he was the son to the late Truman and Ruthella (Bean) Packard. Cecil was a…

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August 7, 2018

Community

Indiana State Department of Health reminds parents of immunization requirements for students

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) is reminding parents that immunizations are an essential part of getting ready to go back to school. “It’s important to make sure your child’s vaccinations are up to date, not only to prevent…

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August 7, 2018

Achievements, Community, State

49 farmers announced as ‘River-Friendly’ this year

Indianapolis, IN – The River Friendly Farmer (RFF) Program is a collaborative effort of government agencies, agricultural organizations, Indiana Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) and farmers. Since 1999, Indiana’s Soil and Water Conservation Districts have nominated farmers who do an…

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August 7, 2018

Community, State

Indiana Department of Insurance recommends making sure college-bound students have insurance coverage

Indianapolis – The week of August 20, 2018, is the start of classes for most students heading to colleges and universities in Indiana. While your focus may be on your child’s move and making sure their living space is a…

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August 7, 2018

Community, State

Indiana Bike Trails Taskforce advances on plans to connect trails statewide

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bicycle Trails Task Force delivered its midterm report to Governor Eric Holcomb and Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch. “The goal of this task force is to connect existing bicycle trails and create positive recreational opportunities around the state,” said Lt. Governor Crouch. “I’m eager for…

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August 7, 2018

Community

Road projects impact return to school

The first day of school for students at Logansport Community School Corporation is Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018. With multiple construction projects underway in Logansport, local leaders are reminding people to use extra caution as the school year begins. The Market…

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August 6, 2018