Cass County INFO October 2011

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If you’ve driven through downtown Logansport lately, you’ve probably seen the people standing at the corner of Fourth and Broadway.

United Way of Cass County has recently added “Live United” shirts to several of them, marking the total amount they’ve raised to date toward their $575,000 campaign goal.

I serve on the United Way Board of Directors and am a member of the Community Investment MICHELLE LAIRD DIALS Committee, which determines how the money EDITOR/PUBLISHER pledged by campaign givers should be allocated to the member agencies. The agencies submit detailed applications for funding and will make presentations to the committee in early November.

It’s really an interesting process.

In recent weeks, I’ve heard a couple of people comment that the United Way is an organization whose help you hope you’ll never need, but if you do, you want them to be there.

I didn’t quite understand that statement until yesterday, when I received an e-mail from Cass County American Red Cross director Rocky Buffum.

“Shortly after 2 p.m., the American Red Cross was dispatched to the intersection of 20th and Broadway in Logansport for a report of a residential fire. Upon arrival local volunteers provided canteen services to firefighters battling the fire and the Red Cross is currently assisting a family of three displaced by the incident. This response is made possible by contributions to your United Way Campaign currently underway. We thank the community for their generous support which enables us to be there for our friends and neighbors in time of need.”

The money that donors give to the United Way of Cass County is reinvested directly into programming for the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, Peak Community Services, Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana, Mental Health Association, Senior Center/Cass Transit, Cass County Family YMCA and Food Finders. Several of those organizations offer programming you may take advantage of frequently, but the dollars you give to the United Way of Cass County also make it possible for these agencies to provide assistance to your friends, neighbors and maybe even your family in times of need.

As we approach the end of the year, remember that many of our local organizations rely heavily on donations. Charitable givers aren’t just people with a lot of money in their checking accounts. They’re people like you and me, making an investment in our community. As the holidays approach, please consider making a gift to our community — whether it’s putting some change in a Red Kettle, casting a vote for your favorite local “star,” writing a check or volunteering your time.

And don’t forget to vote on November 8 — that’s a contribution that won’t cost you a dime!

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The Depot

Want your leaves picked up? If you choose to rake leaves into piles for the leaf vac to pick up, the City of Logansport asks that you follow these rules:

• DO NOT rake leaves onto the catch basins.

• Loose leaves should be placed as close to the street as possible, but NOT in the street.

• NO loose leaves will be picked up in the alley.

• DO NOT mix limbs with loose leaves.

• DO NOT place leaves in plastic bags — they WILL NOT be picked up by the Street Department.

• Those who wish to bag their leaves may do so using brown paper biodegradable yard waste bags, placed at the normal trash pickup site. They will be picked up on your normal trash pickup day by the Street Department.

• As a rule, brush piles WILL NOT be picked up during leaf pick up season.

A start date has yet to be determined when the official leaf collection season will begin. Watch CassCountyOnline.com for details!

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GOOD NEWS

A community investment

Development of Huston Park became a step closer to reality with the announcement of a $100,000 pledge from the Mike Anderson Auto Group on Oct. 13. The Logansport Parks and Recreation Foundation now has slightly over $1 million lined up for the first phase of development with this most recent commitment.

The Mike Anderson pledge will allow the park to include a large multipurpose meadow that will provide space for football and soccer teams to practice, festivals, casual recreation, along with the possibility of programming music and entertainment events using a portable stage.

The meadow will be circular in design and include landscaping borders to create a centerpiece effect for the first phase of the park. It will be surrounded by a pedestrian/biking trail that will also wind thru other areas of the 80 acre park.

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Revised plans call for a playground and picnic area to be adjacent to the western edge of the circular meadow. The meadow area will be named the “Mike Anderson Community Complex” at Huston Park.

In making the gift announcement, Mike Anderson and Bill Thompson, owners of Mike Anderson Auto Group, stated, “We felt like this was an excellent way to say thank you to the Cass County community for the support they have given our dealerships over the past thirty(30) years. As we position our dealerships for the future, we wanted to give something back to the community in appreciation of our customers. We believe Huston Park will be a key component of our community’s quality of life for years to come and we wanted to be a part of this initial development phase. We look forward to seeing the Mike Anderson Community Complex bustling with all sorts of activities over the next several years.”

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Depot NIPSCO says gas prices may be lower this year NIPSCO says market projections indicate that this winter, natural gas prices will remain among the lowest in more than 10 years.

Assuming normal winter temperatures, NIPSCO customers are expected to experience a decrease of 7.7 percent in their overall home heating bills this upcoming heating season compared to last winter.

Over the course of the five-month winter heating season – Nov. 1 to March 31 – NIPSCO’s average residential customer using a total of 623 therms could expect to pay approximately $461. This compares to $499 for a customer using the same amount of gas during last winter.

“As household budgets remain strapped, we are glad to share favorable news about expected natural gas prices this winter,” said NIPSCO CEO Jimmy Staton. “Market prices for natural gas have stabilized because of increased do-

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mestic production, onshore shale gas discoveries, and increased storage and transportation capabilities. This stable market outlook will provide a much-needed benefit to homes and businesses across northern Indiana.”

Actual bills may vary by customer depending on the home’s age and size, number in the household, number and age of gas appliances, thermostat settings and insulation levels.

While NIPSCO cannot control market conditions affecting the price of natural gas, the utility does negotiate the best possible price for the natural gas it purchases for its customers.

“Although winter bills are expected to be lower, we recognize the unique challenges that many of our customers are facing – especially seniors, the disabled and those on fixed incomes,” added Staton. “It’s important that any customer, regardless of their situation,

Home Energy Assistance enrollment starts Nov. 1 Despite expected cuts in federal funding for Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) across the country, several options are available to offer much needed winter utility bill assistance for qualified NIPSCO households that are experiencing financial challenges. LIHEAP support is available to households falling within 150 percent of federal poverty guidelines, and is fully funded by a federal block grant offered through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). General enrollment begins Nov. 1, and funds are administered by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and spread across northern Indiana through Community Action Agencies with outreach offices in each county.

For more information, Cass County residents should contact Area Five Agency, at (574) 722-4451 or (800) 654-9424. They are located at 1801 Smith St. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

contact us to determine what options might be available to offer help.”

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Find our if your property is at risk for flooding Representatives from the U.S. Department of Homeland Securityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in conjunction with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, will host a Flood risk Information Open House on Wednesday, October 26 from 4-7 p.m. The Open House will take place at the Riverside Park McHale Complex Pavilion, 1212 Riverside Drive, Logansport, IN 46947. The Open House will provide Cass County residents with an opportunity to review a recently completed preliminary Flood Insurance Study (FIS) and its accompanying preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs).

The FIS and the FIRMs provide base flood information, delineate areas subject to significant flood hazards within the county, and offer information public officials may use when permitting development in the floodplain.

The Open House will be staffed with representatives from various local, state and federal agencies who will provide the most current information about flood risk, flood insurance, floodplain development regulations, and the process for floodplain mapping within Cass County.

The newly prepared preliminary floodplain maps will be on display.

Once the maps become effective, these maps will be used by floodplain permit officials, builders and developers, lenders, realtors, insurance agents and the general public to determine flood risk, develop mitigation measures, and encourage wise and responsible risk management decision-making.

Property owners, realtors, lenders and insurance agents are urged to attend and take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about flood risk and hazard mitigation within their community. For more information, contact Laurie Smith-Kuypers, Program Specialist, and (312) 4085244 or Marge Dworak, Outreach Specialist, at (312) 408-5527.

FEMAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from and mitigate all hazards.

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When to Vote

ABSENTEE VOTING

Cass County Government Building 200 Court Park Logansport • Through Nov. 4 Monday — Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Saturday, Oct. 29 Saturday, Nov. 5 9 a.m. to Noon • Monday, Nov. 7 9 a.m. - Noon A photo ID is required.

October 31 is the deadline for absentee by mail applications to be received.

Where to Vote

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The polls are open 6 a.m. to 6 p..m.

Who's on the

Ballot Logansport

MAYOR Ted Franklin (R) Seger Mathew (I) Michael E. Fincher, Sr. (D)

CITY COUNCIL WARD 4 Chuck LaDow (R) Carlos Marroquin (D)

CITY COUNCIL WARD 1 Bob Bishop (R) Brannon Meagher (D)

CITY COUNCIL WARD 5 Teresa Popejoy (R) Kerry Worthington (D)

CITY COUNCIL WARD 2 Joseph E. (Joe) Buck (R) David Oresik (D)

CITY COUNCIL AT LARGE (2 SEATS) Jeremy W. Ashcraft (R) Chris Martin (R) Charlie Hastings (I) Matt Meagher (D)

VOTE CENTERS: EARLY VOTING Thursday, Nov. 3 Friday, Nov. 4 Saturday, Nov. 5 10 am – 7 pm Logansport Mall Downtown Senior Center Ben Long Recreation Center ELECTION DAY VOTING Tuesday, Nov. 8 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Royal Center Town Hall Galveston Community Center Logansport Mall Downtown Senior Center Ben Long Recreation Center

A photo ID is required.

Galveston GALVESTON TOWN COUNCIL WARD I Douglas T. Kimball (R) Michael W. Baldwin (D) GALVESTON TOWN COUNCIL WARD II Patricia (Pat) Gunnell (R) Kenneth D. Cripe (D) GALVESTON TOWN COUNCIL WARD IV Jim Kinch (R) Jim Buettner (D)

Royal Center CLERK/TREASURER Rachel Carlson-Goings (R) Sandi S. Minnick (D)

It's not too early to start sending holiday cheer As part of her fifth annual holiday letter writing campaign, Lt. Governor Becky Skillman is asking Hoosiers to write holiday cards to our country’s servicemen and women. “Hoosier Cheer For Our Heroes” provides an opportunity for Hoosiers to send their thoughts and prayers to U.S. troops spending the season away from their homes and loved ones.

“Though troop levels are not where they have been in recent years, we still have thousands of U.S. servicemen and women serving overseas this year. They should know Hoosiers appreciate the heroic work they are doing over the holiday season and throughout the year,” said Lt. Gov. Skillman.

“A card or letter is a meaningful way Hoosiers can say thanks and bring cheer to our heroes.”

Shipping costs will be defrayed with generous support from the Indiana Statewide Put a stamp on it — All of the U.S. Postal Service’s 2011 Association of Rural holiday stamps are being issued as Forever stamps for Electric Cooperatives, the first time this year — meaning they never expire. Inspired by 1950s-era ornaments, Holiday Baubles Forever serving 39 electric stamps may inspire fond memories of beloved ornacooperatives in 89 ments from childhood. The traditional Christmas stamps counties, and featuring the Madonna and Child present a detail from a painting by the Italian Master Raphael, entitled Madonna enGreet, an of the Candelabra. This circular painting dates around Indianapolis-based 1513, and, is now in the Walters Art Museum collection online greeting card in Baltimore, MD. company. enGreet will allow anyone to use their website, www.engreet.com, to personalize and send a card as part of Hoosier Cheer. Cards ordered online will be printed and mailed for free and can include personalized messages and photos.

All correspondence must be sent to the Lt. Governor’s office or ordered on enGreet’s website by November 18, as mail takes several weeks to reach the troops. Visit www.in.gov/lg and click on the “Hoosier Cheer For Our Heroes” link to learn more about the campaign and find mailing instructions.

More ways to help: “Holiday Mail for Heroes” — The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes have teamed up for the fifth annual program that allows anyone to send a card to American service members, their families and veterans all over the world.

Deadline: Dec. 10 Holiday Mail for Heroes PO Box 5456 Capitol Heights, MD 20791-5456 More info: http://www.redcross.org/holidaymail

ACHIEVEMENTS

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Logansport Memorial Hospital welcomes new physician Rose Mae Tantoco, MD has joined the Logansport Memorial Physician Network Internal Medicine practice with Dr. David Morrical, Dr. Cherrie Bennett and Dr. Octavian Popescu. Dr. Tantoco will function as a hospitalist and see patients on a part-time basis until the end of the year. In January, she will begin a full-time practice in Internal Medicine.

Dr. Tantoco completed her Masters degree in biomedical sciences at Barry University, Miami Shores, Florida, her medical degree at St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, and her Internal Medicine residency at St. Michael’s Medical Center, Newark, New Jersey. Call 574-722-4331 to make an appointment. The office is located in Suite 170 of Medical Office Building West, 1201 Michigan Avenue, at Logansport Memorial Hospital.

Special Olympics Athletes and volunteers recognized Several Special Olympics Cass County athletes and volunteers were recently recognized as recipients of the 2011 Special Olympics Indiana Area 5 Spirit of Special Olympics awards during the Area 5 annual awards dinner on Sept. 19 at Grissom Air Museum.

Kevin Callaghan was chosen as the Athlete of the Year, the Lauer family was recognized as the Family of the Year and Carla Knapp was honored as the Volunteer of the Year.

Additionally, Ron Muhlethaler was nominated by Special Olympics Cass County as the Coach of the Year. You can read more about each of the honorees on www.casscountyonline.com.

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INFORMATIONAL MEETING: The Region 6 Foster Care Team for OCT the Indiana Department of Child Services will be holding Foster Care Informational Meetings from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 6 p.m.-9 p.m. This region covers Cass, Fulton, Howard, Miami and Wabash counties. The meeting will discuss foster parenting in our area. For more information, or to register for the meeting, please call Michelle Nifong at 574-223-3413.

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CONCERT: The Caston Jr/Sr High School Music Department will present a Fall Concert at 7 p.m. in the High School Gym.The bands and choirs in grades 7-12 will be performing.

TOWN HALL MEETING: Parents are invited to attend the 2nd ComOCT munity Town Hall meeting from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the McHale Performing Art Center at Logansport High School.

The meeting will discuss “Parenting in the Technological Age” as it relates to youth in our community.

Topics will be expanded to include bullying, cyber bullying, texting/sexting and how to monitor your child’s phone and internet activity.

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SHOPPING: The Mary Dykeman Guild will sponsor a Boutique to OCT You Sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., in Conference Room A/B at Logansport Memorial Hospital. This sale features a unique traveling boutique that offers a large selection of designer-inspired handbags and accessories at a fraction of the designer cost. All are welcome to attend. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the patients of Memorial Hospital.

For more information, call 753-1304.

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MUSIC: Local musician Brad Long will be performing in the Logansport library’s meeting room at 1 p.m. Brad will be playing some of his music and also discussing the process of how to record your own music tracks. Some of Brad’s music hits includes, “Come To Me” and “Love Me Again

Want to see your event listed here? Submit it online at www.casscountycalendar.com.

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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year We know we’re mixing and mingling our holidays here, but Christmas is right around the corner! If you have a holiday activity or event, make sure to submit it to Cass County Calendar so we can help spread the word. Just head to www.casscountycalendar.com and click submit.

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WRESTLING: Evolution Wrestling returns to the Logansport Eagles.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Cost is $5, kids 5 and under are free. This is a fundraiser for the Logansport Eagles.

DINNER: Walton Christian Church will hold a spaghetti dinner from noon2 p.m. This dinner is being held to purchase equipment needed for the Upward Basketball program and to assist with scholarship money.

Registration forms will also be available for the 2011-2012 Upward Basketball Season.

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OPEN HOUSE: The public is invited to attend a retirement open OCT house and Business After Hours to celebrate the retirement of Dr. Charles (Ned) Montgomery from his position as Medical Director of Logansport Memorial Hospital.

The event will be held from 4:30 – 6 p.m. in the Lobby at the hospital.

Refreshments will be served.

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BOOK SALE: The monthly Book Sale takes place in the meeting room at the Logansport-Cass County OCT Public Library. The sale is open to library card holders on Saturday from 9 am – Noon.

The sale is open to everyone on Saturday from Noon - 5:45 pm, and on Sunday from noon - 5:45 pm. For more information, please call the library at 753-6383.

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DINNER: Dan’s Fish and Tenderloin Supper at Walton Christian Church. 4-7;30 p.m. $9 adults, $4 children 11 and under. All you can eat fish/tenderloin + baked beans, slaw, bread & butter, dessert and drink.Come enjoy the food and fellowship.

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DINNER: It’s time once again for the annual Young America Volunteer Fire Department Ham and Bean Supper. Cost of the meal is Free, but donations are greatly appreciated. All donations will go to Young America Vol. Fire Dept. and will be used to purchase or maintain fire fighting equipment. Come join us for great food and help us serve our community with your donations. 4-8 p.m.

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ANNUAL EVENT: The annual Holly Bazaar, sponsored by the Mary Dykeman Guild, will be held Nov. 3 from 4-7 p.m. and Nov. 4 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Medical Office Bldg. East of Logansport Memorial Hospital. This year’s fundraiser features music plus gourmet foods with unique Christmas gifts and decorations. The Holly Bazaar gives the community the opportunity to shop locally in a festive atmosphere with the satisfaction of knowing their purchases benefit the community itself, since proceeds provide equipment and patient services for the hospital.

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CONCERT: The Caston Choral Music Department will present a CoffeeHouse at 7p.m. in the school cafeteria. Tickets are $5 and include homemade pie, beverage, and an evening of entertainment from the choirs.

CONCERT: The Performing Arts Council of Logansport brings comedian and impressionist Tony Pace, back by popular demand. 7 p.m., $20, at McHale Performing Arts Center.

FALL BAZAAR: Royal Center United Methodist Church will hold their annual Fall Bazaar from 4-6:30 NOV Crafts, baked goods, homemade noodles and more will be available. Dine-in meal includes Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Dressing, Grean Beans, Salad, Roll, Pie and Drink. Carry-outs include Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Dressing, Grean Beans, Applesauce, Roll, Fruit Cobbler and Drink. Cost is $7.50 for adults, $3 for ages 5-10, children under 5 free

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.It’s time to start planning holiday feasts and we LOVE listing them on Cass County Calendar. If your church or organization is hosting a Thanksgiving dinner that is open to the public, please submit the details so we can help spread the word!

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Shenanigans

France Park Fright Night October 21 & 22 The staff at France Park will scare up a good time from dusk to 10 p.m. Cost is $3 per person for ages 6 and up. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Historical Spooktacular Eat, Drink and Be Scary October 22 One evening only, family-friendly Halloween themed activities on the grounds of the Cass County Historical Museum. Kids can come in costume! 5-8 p.m.

Historical Hauntings October 21 & 22 Historical Hauntings is theater in the Cass County Historical Museum, presented by the Civic Players of Logansport. Audience size is limited to groups of 15, show/tour times are 7, 7:30 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2;30, 3 and 3:30 on Sunday. Please call 574-753-3866 to reserve day and time.

8th Annual BOO-Fest Halloween Celebration October 23 Monster Mash Costume Contest, hayrides, Face Painting and Bounce House (25 cent tickets), Carousel Rides (50 cent tickets). Hot dogs and Pepsi for a nominal fee. 1-3 p.m. at Riverside Park. Co-sponsored by the Logansport Parks Department, the Cass County Dentzel Carousel, the Logansport Police Department.

Halloween Party October 25 Logansport Applebeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costume contest along with black lights, drink specials, appetizer specials, DJ, karaoke and more. 9 p.m. - close.

Downtown Spooktacular and Elks Halloween Parade October 27 Loganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing invites you to trick-ortreat at participating downtown merchants, then stick around for the annual Elks Halloween Parade where costumed kids make a parade lap through Downtown Logansport. 4-6 p.m., with parade at 6:15 p.m.

Logansport Mall Trick or Treat Night October 27 Visit participating stores from 5-7 p.m. in the common area of the mall!

LOGANSPORT Sunday, October 30 Monday, October31 6-8 p.m.

Logansport Police Department will have extra patrols on duty during the trick or treat hours.

TRICK OR TREAT!

There are a plethora of haunted happenings in Cass County, and many of them are family- friendly! Be sure to check casscountycalendar. com as we get closer to Halloween, as new events are added daily!

The holidays are right around the corner.

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WALTON October 29 6-8 p.m.

Anyone who is willing to accept trick or treaters should leave a porch or outside light burning.

Trick or treaters should only go to homes with a porch or outside light on and always go in groups and be accompanied by an adult.

Walton Halloween and Boo!Fest October 29 American Legion Costume Parade with prizes at 5:30 p.m.

Starting at 5:30 p.m., local merchants and nonprofits will have safe trick or treating in the Walton Library. Town-wide trick-or-treating from 6-8 p.m.

We can help make your registers ring this holiday season.

Call us at (574) 721-4635 to learn more.

Halloween Party October 29 The Logansport Eagles will host their annual Halloween Party. COUNTY SHINE will perform in the ballroom starting at 8 p.m. There will also be a costume contest.

Halloween at the Y October 31 Games, face-painting, costume contest, crafts and more at the Cass County Family YMCA. 5-7 p.m., free to the community.

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Only one in three people in the U.S. eligible for hospice care receives it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; even though it is covered by Medicare and most Medicaid and commercial insurance plans.

Let us help you understand the hospice benefit and how we can help eligible loved-ones receive needed care and ease the burden on families and caregivers We are there when you need us ... day or night.

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Caught on Camera

Each month, we select photos for our “Caught on Camera” pages from those that our fans have posted on the Cass County Calendar and Cass County Online Facebook pages, or submitted online, as well as those that we’ve captured through our own lenses at various community events. We also post a “Caught on Camera” album on the INFO Newspaper page on Facebook so those that are featured will know to tell their friends to be sure to pick up a copy!

Elena Doke submitted this photo of her kids after they took a ride on the Fire Trucks at Riverside Park during Fire Prevention Week on October 9. “My son looks forward to this every year. Thank you Logansport Fire Department!”

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It all started with a proposal and a Shrine scooter at the 2010 Light up Logansport parade so the Logansport Shrine Patrol provided a “get-away”scooter built for two and an escort through town on the way to Mr. And Mrs. Fisher’s reception on 9-10-11! Photo submitted by Dawn Fisher

Grant Ladow, Olivia Little and Micah Rogers in the corn field after youth group at Spring Creek Christian Church.

Photo submitted by Maria Rogers

Find us on facebook at facebook.com/ casscountycalendar.

Logansport High School Berryettes Jessica Brazzle, Hunter Curl, and Katie Griffith (pictured above with coach Gina Curl) performed at halftime of the Purdue University football game were they also learned routines from Purdue’s dance team. Photo submitted by Jessica Brazzle

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