Category Community

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Swartzell receives ISBA Region 4 Outstanding Board Service Award

ROYAL CENTER, Ind. – Brad Swartzell, a longtime member of the Pioneer Regional School Corporation Board of School Trustees, has been selected as recipient of the 2026 Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) Region 4 Outstanding Board Service Award, recognizing his…

September 29, 2026

Community, Elections

Info about November 3, 2026 General Election in Cass County, Indiana

We’ve compiled the information on this page from a variety of sources. You can visit indianavoters.com for more detailed information specific to you. Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 is Election Day in Indiana. Voting Hours & Locations Cass County Government Building…

September 27, 2026

Community, Press Release

Cass County Community Foundation awards competitive grants for 2026

The Cass County Community Foundation held a press conference and reception to announce the recipients of the 2026 CCCF Competitive Grant Awards on September 23rd at the foundation office, 729 E. Market Street. Attendees included representatives of the recipient organizations,…

September 27, 2026

Community, Health, Press Release

CCBHC is Rural Health Transformation

18 months of data show how 4C Health is changing the way behavioral health care is accessed, delivered and experienced across rural communities North Central, IN– Rural health transformation is more than adding services. It is about making care easier…

September 22, 2026

Community, Education, Press Release

NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night is Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026

Here’s an opportunity shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night You’re invited to participate in NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night Saturday, September 19th. It is an annual worldwide public engagement program…

September 19, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

IU Kokomo celebrates August 2026 graduates

KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo congratulates the 119 students who earned degrees in August 2026. The graduates represent 23 Indiana counties and two states. Those who earned degrees include: Alexandria Whitney Ann Gosnell, Bachelor of Science in Education Amboy …

September 17, 2026

Community, Police/Fire, Press Release

Single vehicle crash on SR 25 in Cass County seriously injures one

On Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at approximately 4:21 PM, Cass County Central Dispatch received calls regarding a single-vehicle crash on State Road 25 north of County Road 775 North. Deputies from the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Twelve…

September 17, 2026

Community

Cass County area responders train for hazardous materials emergencies

LOGANSPORT, INDIANA – Responders from multiple agencies spent their Saturday participating in hands on training to be better prepared for propane emergencies. Participants included response personnel from Cass County Emergency Management Agency Logansport Fire Department, Cass County Fire District 1,…

September 13, 2026

Community, Education, Press Release

Cass County invited to celebrate 2026 Red Ribbon Week and Month

Schools, businesses, organizations, families and community members are encouraged to help promote healthy, drug-free choices CASS COUNTY, Ind. — Partners for a Drug Free Cass County and Stand UP Cass County are inviting the entire community to participate in Red…

September 11, 2026

Community

Labor Day 2026 Closings and Observances

Labor Day is Monday, Sept. 7, 2026. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Labor Day “is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to…

September 4, 2026

Community

NASA Skywatching Tips September 2026, Eclipse Pair, and Artemis II Crew Received the Congressional Space Medal of Honor

Here are some September links shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller; What’s Up: September 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA Use the Moon to find Antares and the Teapot, spot brilliant Venus, welcome the equinox, and see the…

September 4, 2026

Community, Press Release

Cass County France Park Update

The Commissioners of Cass County would like to thank the public for your patience in allowing officials to get a plan in place so that the beach at France Park can be reopened. At this time, it will remain closed…

September 2, 2026

Community, Press Release

Water service line replacement project moving to Michigan Avenue in Logansport

The ongoing water service line replacement project will continue this month, with work shifting to Michigan Avenue following completion of the current phase on Burlington Avenue. F&K Construction will begin contacting Michigan Avenue customers on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, by…

September 2, 2026

Achievements, Community, Education, Press Release

Summer students earn chancellor’s list, dean’s list honors

KOKOMO, Ind. — Eighty-one full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned chancellor’s list or dean’s list honors for the summer 2026 semester. Chancellor’s list students earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA), while dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 GPA…

September 1, 2026

Community

Things to do in Cass County, Indiana in September 2026

From annual events and fundraisers to live music, farmers markets, community gatherings and activities for kids and families, the September calendar is filling up — and Halloween events are already starting to sneak onto the calendar, too. Cass County Calendar…

September 1, 2026

Community, Press Release

Logansport Utilities taps trenchless relining to revamp aging sewer lines

Logansport Utilities is moving forward with the Eel River Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project, using trenchless relining technology to strengthen portions of the city’s wastewater collection system. The project is being developed through Indiana’s Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) procurement process. The Lochmueller Group…

August 25, 2026

Community, Press Release

Phase 3 construction of Logansport Utilities’ steel pole project expected to begin April 2027

The timeline for the third phase of Logansport Utilities’ ongoing steel pole replacement project construction to begin in spring of 2027. Entrust Solutions Group has completed the engineering for this next phase, with the request for construction bids set to…

August 25, 2026

Community, Press Release

Flags at half-staff through Sept. 1, 2026 in memory of Dolly Parton

As a mark of respect for the memory of Dolly Parton, President Trump has directed that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff until sunset, September 1, 2026. SOURCE: Presidential Proclamation

August 25, 2026

Community, Press Release

Trail Talk #44: Lee DePoy

Lee DePoy has a brand new way to get around the Royal Center area: a sleek, new three-wheeled trike. Nearly every morning, weather permitting, Lee pedals out from his home on the north side of town to hit the Panhandle…

August 24, 2026

Community, Press Release

CCCF brings back the magic of “One School, One Book” to area schools

Imagine an entire school reading the same story at the same time: students, teachers, principals, staff, and families all wondering what will happen in the next chapter. CCCF is excited to announce funding again for the One School: One Book,…

August 24, 2026