STATEHOUSE – A bill sponsored by State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) to improve the tracking of youth in adult court was recently ceremonially signed into law by Gov. Eric Holcomb. House Enrolled Act 1228 requires the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute…
Here are five things you might want to know for Tuesday, June 5, 2018: LEWIS CASS RECEIVES STATE GRANT Lewis Cass and Maconaquah are among the 17 applicants selected to receive early education capacity building grants from the state. More…
INDIANAPOLIS —On Monday, Indiana’s Office of Early Childhood and Out-of-School Learning (OECOSL) awarded early education capacity-building grants to 17 applicants representing 54 pre-kindergarten programs in 16 Indiana counties. The grants total more than $1.5 million and were awarded to early…
We’ve invited Logansport Mayor Dave Kitchell to share updates from the city in a monthly column on CassCountyOnline.com. It’s been said that in some Midwest cities, there are only two seasons – winter and construction. Fortunately, we’re past the first…
A Logansport woman who was “California Dreaming” when she opened a business 20 years ago is this week’s recipient of a special city honor. Marilyn Werst, a transplanted Californian, was selected Citizen of the Week today by Mayor Dave Kitchell…
Here are five things you might want to know for Monday, June 4, and five upcoming events: FREE MEALS FOR KIDS Beginning today and continuing through July, two area churches will be offering free sack lunches to students Monday through…
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs will host an inaugural week-long celebration in October called Downtown Development Week. “The downtowns of our rural communities have really transformed under the leadership of the Indiana Main Streets, elected…
Logan’s Landing invites you to come downtown and Celebrate Logansport’s birthday! Enjoy free music and free birthday cake (while supplies last). Purchase delicious strawberry shortcake for $5. There will be a variety of activities and games for the kids, and…
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) has announced findings from the 2018 Balance of State (BoS) Point-in-Time (PiT) Count. Among the findings is a two percent decrease in the overall homeless population. Agency officials attribute the…
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch is now accepting nominations for the 2018 AgriVision Award, which was established to honor an Indiana resident who has made significant advancements in the agriculture industry. “Indiana is an agricultural leader nationwide, and it is important…
KOKOMO, Ind. — Six hundred fifty-six full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned dean’s list honors for the spring 2018 semester. Dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0, while carrying at least…
Congratulations to the following Columbia Elementary students: All Stars Kindergarten: Valeria Alvarado, Aava Broeker, Angelo Castro-Supo, Chayse Dillard, Armando Garcia, Journey Guajardo, Mason Huffman, Noah Martinez, Tidus Myers, Jazmin Padilla, Christopher Rodriguez-Castro, Camila Sanchez Lopez, Agusto Sebastian Agustin, Kaydence Sill,…
Congratulations to the following students from Fairview Elementary School: SEMESTER 2 Grading Period 3 A Honor Roll Third Grade: Kaytlyn Abbott, Robert Clem Fifth Grade: Isabelia Abbott, Kevin Garcia, Natalie Gonzalez, Addison Jordan, Kailyn Langley, Nataly Lopez, Samantha Madrigal, Wendy…
Congratulations to the following Franklin Elementary School award recipients for the 4th quarter of the 2017-2018 school year: Perfect Attendance: KDG: Olivia Beatty, Milliana Calderon, Pedro Flores, Ana Gaspar Domingo, Eli Isaacs, Iris King, Eduardo Lorenzo-Jose, Elliot Mark, Elizabeth Perez-Solis,…
Here are five things you might want to know and five upcoming events for Friday, June 1: RATE INCREASES TAKE EFFECT TODAY Rates for LMU’s water, sewer and stormwater customers are set to increase today. The rate increases were approved…
Rates for LMU’s water, sewer and stormwater customers are set to increase today. The rate increases were approved earlier this year. Sewer rates will increase by 11.8 percent while water rates are set to increase 3.7% The water and sewer…
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) has instituted new payment plan options to help ease the burden to Hoosier taxpayers. The new payment plan options became effective in early May and allow individuals to establish plans for a…
The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting submissions for the 11th annual Indiana Agriculture photo contest, which showcases the hard work and contributions made by Hoosier farmers. The contest is open to the general public, and the winners will…
Caston will formally recognize two distinguished alumni at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 3, 2018 at the Commencement Ceremony. Prior to the ceremony a reception, sponsored by Rochester Teacher’s Credit Union, will be held from 1 – 1:40 p.m. in…
Here are five things you might want to know and five upcoming events for Thursday, May 31, 2018: CCCF HOLDING TOWN HALL TONIGHT IN GALVESTON The Cass County Community Foundation will hold a Town Hall Meeting at 5:30 tonight at…
