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Press Release

Police stepping up patrols during the holidays

Lafayette, IN. — The Indiana State Police announced that it will be stepping up patrols as part of the Safe Family Travel holiday enforcement campaign. Starting this week, officers will be out in greater numbers showing zero tolerance for anyone…

December 19, 2022

Community, Education, Press Release

Ivy Tech sets Dr. Cornel West as ‘Doing the Dream’ keynote speaker Jan. 26, 27, 2023

KOKOMO, Ind. – Distinguished philosopher, author and social commentator Dr. Cornel West will serve as the keynote speaker for Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo’s 19th annual “Doing the Dream” programs honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. West…

December 19, 2022

Press Release

Indiana Secretary of Commerce champions year of unprecedented economic success in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Secretary of Commerce Brad Chambers today highlighted the 2022 economic successes in each focus area of the Secretary’s 5E strategic vision, concluding the sixth consecutive record-breaking year for economic development in Indiana. In 2022, 218 companies committed to locate or…

December 19, 2022

Press Release

Kitchell announces candidacy for second term as Logansport mayor

At an event on Thursday, Dec. 15 at The People’s Winery, Dave Kitchell announced that he plans to seek a second term as mayor of Logansport. He previously served as mayor from 2016-2019. Below is the text of the announcement…

December 19, 2022

Community, Press Release

Logansport Soccer Club registration for spring season open through February 28, 2023

Logansport Soccer Club has opened registration for its Spring 2023 season. There will be recreational leagues available for players born in 2008 through 2018. Training will begin the week of March 20, and games will be on Sunday afternoons beginning…

December 17, 2022

Press Release

The Indiana State Police is accepting applications through April 27, 2023 for the 84th Recruit Academy

Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website provides a detailed synopsis of the application process and information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police. Applications must…

December 16, 2022

Community, COVID-19, Health, Press Release

MASK POLICY UPDATE: Masks required at Logansport Memorial Hospital effective Friday, December 16, 2022 at 9 a.m. – Friday, December 23 at 9 a.m.

Mask Policy Update: MASKS REQUIRED at Logansport Memorial Hospital The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidance for healthcare facilities across the country about masking requirements for COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. During the COVID-19 pandemic,…

December 16, 2022

Community, Press Release

A year-end reflection from the Logansport Memorial Hospital Foundation

Pictured above are LMH Foundation Board Members with LMH President and CEO Perry Gay, presenting a check for $125,000 from the Fund-the-Need donations given at the 2022 Up on the Roof Gala. The project for renovating and modernizing our surgical…

December 15, 2022

Community, Education, Press Release

Logansport Speech Team places 3rd at 2022-2023 season opener

The Logansport High School Berry Speechers placed 3rd at their season opener on December 10, 2022. FINALISTS include: Luna Tafolla: 3rd in POI Jennifer Anaya-Serrano: 5th in IX Aiden Snoeberger: 6th in Discussion Nick Todd: 5th in Discussion Moo Paw:…

December 15, 2022

Community, Press Release

NIPSCO offers additional energy assistance programs from December 2022 – May 2023

NIPSCO is encouraging income-eligible customers struggling to pay their gas utility bill to apply for additional energy assistance programs available beginning December 1 through May 31. Programs such as NIPSCO Hardship, SERV (Supply Energy Resources to Veterans) and SILVER (Seniors…

December 15, 2022

Press Release, State

Electric vehicle battery supplier powers Indiana’s thriving economy of the future

KOKOMO, Ind. – soulbrain MI, a tier one supplier for the electric vehicle industry, has announced plans to establish operations in Kokomo, creating up to 75 new, high-wage jobs by the end of 2025. “Indiana is uniquely positioned to be…

December 14, 2022

Education, Press Release, State

Indiana GPS Dashboard launches

New dashboard empowers Hoosiers with robust view of school and student performance INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) launched its new Indiana Graduates Prepared to Succeed Dashboard (Indiana GPS), which displays a transparent, robust view of school and…

December 14, 2022

Press Release, State

Avian influenza confirmed in Gibson County water birds

Avian influenza has been confirmed in snow geese and other water birds from western Gibson County. Diagnostic testing on carcasses collected there was done at the National Veterinary Services Lab. More than 100,000 snow geese are currently present in western…

December 12, 2022

Press Release

Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame announces 2023 Men’s Center Circle Officials Award winners

NEW CASTLE – The Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame recognizes three men for their contribution as high school basketball officials as the 2023 Men’s Center Circle Officials Award winners. James Robinson, Tom Rohr and the late Larry “Butch” Jones will…

December 12, 2022

Health, Press Release

Indiana health officials encourage Hoosiers to get vaccinated against flu amid rising cases, hospitalizations

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana health and hospital officials are encouraging eligible Hoosiers to get vaccinated against influenza (flu) as soon as possible, as high levels of transmission are significantly impacting hospitals across the state. As of the week ending Dec. 3, Indiana…

December 12, 2022

Community, Health, Press Release

MASK POLICY UPDATE: Masks required at Logansport Memorial Hospital effective Friday, December 9, 2022 at 9 a.m. – Friday, December 16 at 9 a.m.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued new guidance for healthcare facilities across the country about masking requirements for COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Logansport Memorial has consistently followed the CDC’s guidance and…

December 9, 2022

Community, Press Release

Ride Along with Artemis around the Moon and Snoopy in space

Here are some updates shared by our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Credit: NASA Astronaut Snoopy Lands in New York for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls Artemis Flyby Earth and Moon Image Credit: NASA Snoopy Hitches Ride to…

December 6, 2022

Community, Press Release

What’s Up in December 2022 Skywatching Tips from NASA

Here’s an update from our local Solar System Ambassador Pam Roller: Your evening planet highlights, include the disappearance of Mars, and the constellation Pegasus. This December, it’s easy to locate Pegasus, thanks to brilliant Jupiter. Face southward to find the…

December 6, 2022

Community, Press Release

Logansport awarded $750K through Community Crossings for S. Cicott Street project

Today, Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Commissioner Mike Smith announced 229 Indiana cities, towns, and counties that received a combined $119.4 million in state matching funds for local road projects through Community Crossings, a component of the Governor’s Next Level…

December 6, 2022

Press Release

Tyson Foods to give over 90,000 U.S. hourly team members approximately $50 million in year-end bonuses

Springdale, Ark. – Tyson Foods is saying thank you once again to more than 90,000 hourly team members across the U.S. by giving them approximately $50 million in year-end bonuses for their efforts over the past year. For team members…

December 6, 2022