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Community, State

Legislation to address school bus safety issues moves to governor

STATEHOUSE – A bill authored by State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) that would comprehensively address school bus safety issues in Indiana passed the Senate and House of Representatives Tuesday. Senate Enrolled Act 2, also known as the MAX Strong Act,…

April 24, 2019

Community

Logansport city employees will have IDs

For the first time, everyone employed in city government will have an identification card that can be displayed on a lanyard. The city is in the process of issuing identification cards to ensure local residents that anyone identifying themselves as…

April 24, 2019

Community, Police/Fire

Indiana State Police release new sketch of Delphi murder suspect

Delphi, Indiana – Early this afternoon Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter spoke with members of the Delphi community and interested media to share the change in direction of the Delphi double murder investigation of Abigail (Abby) Williams and Liberty…

April 22, 2019

Achievements, Community

Frohreich chosen as ‘Citizen of the Week’

A Logansport native who recently published a book is recognized this week as the community’s outstanding citizen. Keith Frohreich recently released “Blackberries are Red when Green” based on his formative years in Cass County. He drew upon those experiences and…

April 22, 2019

Community

Veteran space honors the late Charles Burks

A former federal agent who was a prisoner of war during World War II is being honored posthumously by the City of Logansport and the local Bob Evans restaurant. At the restaurant’s request, the city has contributed a memorial parking…

April 22, 2019

Community

Duke Energy awards grants to 19 Indiana economic development groups

PLAINFIELD, Ind. – Duke Energy has awarded grants of up to $5,000 to 19 Indiana economic development groups for two separate programs. “The Marketing Partnership Program and the Foreign Direct Investment Partnership Program are designed to help local economic development…

April 22, 2019

Community

Public invited to Cass County College & Career Expo April 23, 2019

LOGANSPORT, Ind. – The doors of Logansport High School’s Berry Bowl will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, for the third annual Cass County College & Career Expo. The public is invited to attend the…

April 21, 2019

Achievements, Community, Education

Six area teens awarded ‘Work Ethic’ scholarships to Ivy Tech Kokomo

KOKOMO, Ind. — Six area teens have been named the first recipients of a new Ivy Tech Community College scholarship aimed at rewarding graduates who are earning the Indiana Governor’s Work Ethic Certificate (GWEC) along with their diploma. The students…

April 21, 2019

Election 2019 with Cass County Online Chat Bubble

Community, Elections

Voting hours, locations and candidate info for May 7, 2019 Logansport Primary Election

The May 7, 2019 Primary Election is a municipal election for Logansport residents only. WHEN AND WHERE YOU CAN VOTE: The Cass County Government Building (Courthouse) on Fourth Street will be open for early voting on the following days: Monday,…

April 21, 2019

Community, Education

Ivy Tech Community College and University of Virginia announce new transfer partnership

INDIANAPOLIS. Ind. – Ivy Tech Community College and University of Virginia (UVA) are pleased to announce a new articulation agreement. This agreement allows Ivy Tech students who complete a designated pathway within the Liberal Arts Associate in Arts or Associate…

April 21, 2019

Community, Health

MOMS Helpline launches text service

INDIANAPOLIS―The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) MOMS Helpline has launched a new texting service to better link Hoosier mothers to services available in their communities and improve the health of women and their babies. This new channel of communication…

April 19, 2019

Community

Spring cleaning encouraged city-wide in Logansport

Everyone is encouraged to help Logansport look its best by taking part in a City-Wide Spring Cleanup. Logan’s Landing will host the annual Downtown Green and Clean Day on Saturday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. After that, everyone…

April 18, 2019

Community, Education

Indiana University Kokomo offers variety of summer daycamps

KOKOMO, Ind. – Fight summer brain drain with Indiana University Kokomo’s day camps. With topics ranging from culinary arts to nursing, health and fitness to chemistry, students from kindergarten through high school will be engaged in active learning with IU Kokomo’s…

April 17, 2019

Community, Education

Ivy Tech, Four County announce statewide partnership

KOKOMO – Ivy Tech Community College and Four County, a behavioral health services provider throughout north central Indiana, have announced the first partnership under the College’s Achieve Your Degree initiative in Ivy Tech’s Kokomo Service Area. The Four County Achieve…

April 17, 2019

Community

Grissom Marines help return World War II Marine home after 76 years

By Master Sgt. Ben Mota, 434th ARW Public Affairs From the shores of the Gilbert Islands to home in Marion, Indiana, Marine Private Fred Freet’s journey took 76 years. The final stretch was aided by Marines from Grissom Air Reserve…

April 17, 2019

Community

Cass County Democrats Vice Chair position vacancy announced

The Cass County Democrat Party announces a vacancy in the Vice Chair position of the county’s Central Committee. The Indiana Democrat Party rules read as follows: IV. Statement of Principle. Rule 9. Gender Equality. b. To preserve equality of representation…

April 17, 2019

Achievements, Community

Rozzi named “Citizen of the Week”

A Logansport vocalist who recently sang the national anthem at the IHSAA basketball finals in Indianapolis received a special city honor Monday. Sophia Rozzi was part of the festivities for the state championship in Indianapolis. Mayor Dave Kitchell announced Monday…

April 17, 2019

Community

Logansport pet treat bakery planning expansion

The Cass-Logansport Economic Development Organization (CLEDO) is working with a local manufacturer that is planning an expansion in Logansport. Foppers Gourmet Pet Treat Bakery is a family owned and operated company founded in 2004 that manufactures all-natural, baked dog treats. …

April 16, 2019

Community

One arrested after reports of shots fired in Logansport

The Logansport Police Department was sent to the area of the 1200 block of High Street at approximately 7:56 p.m. Monday, April 15 in reference to possible shots fired. Upon arrival to the area, police located one spent shell casing…

April 16, 2019

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Community

Remember to file your taxes by Monday, April 15, 2019

INDIANAPOLIS –The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) reminds Hoosiers the 2019 individual tax filing deadline is Monday, April 15, 2019. The upcoming weekend allows customers time to file both electronically and through paper forms. Paper tax returns require a postmarked…

April 14, 2019