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Obituaries

Florence B. Maxson

Florence B. Maxson, 97, of Logansport, passed away at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2017, in Miller’s Merry Manor . Born January 16, 1920, in Salem, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late William E. and Ota M. (Haley)…

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May 31, 2017

Community, Government

Logansport wins largest Indiana brownfield grant

Logansport, Eel Township and Fulton County will share $600,000 in funding used to clean up dilapidated sites for redevelopment. The Environmental Protection Agency announced today that a joint application led by Logansport was awarded the largest Brownfield grant of six…

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May 31, 2017

Achievements, Community, Health

Prompt Ambulance Central Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award

Logansport, IN – Prompt Ambulance Central has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an…

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May 31, 2017

Community, Government

Lower local taxes expected again in 2018

A method of reducing the impact of special taxing districts on the tax rates will likely again be used this year by Logansport officials to keep property taxes low and preserve more money for schools. Mayor Dave Kitchell said Tuesday…

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May 31, 2017

Community

Tower Park Pool opens June 3; swim lessons and pool rental available

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has announced that the Tower Park Pool will open open for the season on June 3, 2017. Open swim hours will be Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. The pool is closed…

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May 31, 2017

Achievements, Community

WWII Veteran Wood Citizen of the Week

A Marine veteran who served as grand marshal in the annual Memorial Day Observance in Logansport has been recognized with a special city honor. Elmer Wood has been named Citizen of the Week by Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell. Wood, who…

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May 30, 2017

Bill Shideler and Randy Head shake hands at Cass County Memorial Day Parade.

Achievements, Community

2017 Memorial Day Parade includes two special recognitions

During the Cass County Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, two special recognition ceremonies took place outside the Logansport City Building. Senator Randy Head presented Bill Shideler with the Sagamore of the Wabash. It’s the state’s highest honor, bestowed…

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May 30, 2017

Achievements, Community, Events

Indiana State Fair announces 5 of 17 free concerts for 2017

Indianapolis, IN – Today the first five of 17 concerts were announced that will be part of the Chevrolet Silverado Free Stage headline entertainment at the 2017 Indiana State Fair, which will take place August 4-20. Each night of the…

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May 30, 2017

Community

Fireworks planned in Walton this 4th of July

For over 35 years, the town of Walton has entertained families with a spectacular fireworks display. Our special treat this year is to have our own Walton Shooter, Mr. John Phillips, running and launching the show. He is doing this…

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May 26, 2017

Achievements, Community

Cass County Community Foundation Receives National Recognition

The Cass County Community Foundation recently received accreditation with the nation’s highest standard for philanthropic excellence. National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations® establish legal, ethical, effective practices for community foundations everywhere. “Meeting the National Standards benchmarks is a rigorous, comprehensive…

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May 26, 2017

Community, Health

Café Express at Logansport Memorial Hospital now closed on Saturdays, Sundays & holidays

Café Express, the cafeteria at Logansport Memorial Hospital, will now be closed through the rest of 2017 on Saturdays and Sundays during what were previously its regular operational hours. Several members of the community came to eat during the day…

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May 26, 2017

Achievements, Community, Education

Iles, VanSoest receive LCSC’s 2017 Crystal Berry awards

There are so many Logansport Community School Corporation teachers going above and beyond for students. LCSC is home to many outstanding educators who work countless hours to ensure their students’ success. The LCSC Crystal Berry Award seeks to acknowledge one…

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May 26, 2017

Community, Events

Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan to Drive Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Pace Car at 101st Indianapolis 500

INDIANAPOLIS – Actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who has played major roles in hit television series such as “The Walking Dead” and “Grey’s Anatomy,” will drive the 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Pace Car to lead the starting field of the…

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May 25, 2017

Community

Cass County has proud tradition of welcoming exchange students

Cass County, Indiana sits in the middle of the country surrounded by corn and bean fields. Who would want to come to the middle of the country? In the past 35 years, a total of about 380 Youth for Understanding…

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May 25, 2017

Community

Get outside this Memorial Day weekend

DNR campgrounds and cabins at state parks, state reservoirs and state recreation areas are booked to capacity for Memorial Day weekend. For picnics and other day-use gatherings, shelters at locations statewide remain available. Shelters not reserved 48 hours in advance…

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May 25, 2017

Community, Events, State

Fans Encouraged To Arrive Early, Plan Ahead for 101st Indianapolis 500

INDIANAPOLIS – Just like last year, race fans are encouraged to arrive as early as possible for the 101st Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Sunday, May 28. With one of the largest crowds in…

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May 25, 2017

Obituaries

Lois Shepard

Arrangements are pending at Fisher Funeral Chapel for Lois Shepard, 89, Logansport, who passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2017, in St. Vincent’s Hospital, Kokomo.

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May 24, 2017

Obituaries

John William Feldott

John William Feldott, 80, of Logansport, passed away Saturday, May 6, 2017, in St. Vincent’s Hospital, Indianapolis. John was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Before his retirement, John had worked as a deputy sheriff in Idaho and White County,…

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May 24, 2017

Obituaries

Gordon Crowel Smith

Gordon Crowel Smith, 76, Barnett, Missouri, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2017, in Capital Regional Hospital, Jefferson City, Missouri. Born February 6, 1941, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, he was the son of the lateFloyd L. and Mildred (York) Smith. Gordon was…

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May 24, 2017

Obituaries

Cletus H. Emery

Cletus H. Emery, Sr., 76, of Logansport, passed away at 7:08 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2017, in Parkview Medical Center, Fort Wayne. A funeral service celebrating the life of Cletus Emery will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 27…

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May 24, 2017