October 2014

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There’s still plenty of news out there that’s less than good, and we’ll still cover it. When there’s urgent information you need to know, we’ll send a CASSINFO mobile alert, and when breaking news happens, you’ll be able to find it on CassCountyOnline.com.

The news you’ll find in this issue spans the month between our September issue and this issue. Some of it, you may have already read on CassCountyOnline. But what amazes me is the impact information can have when it’s bundled together in a neat little package. We live in a world that’s vastly different than it was when I started a free publication in Cass County 12 years ago — our lives are one status update, tweet and hashtag after the next. Sometimes, in the middle of headlines about ISIS and Ebola and the economy, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that there are good things happening all around us.

On the next page, you’ll see three major economic development announcements — a college campus is moving to downtown Logansport, a new fast food restaurant is opening, and instead of being torn down, an old school that closed some-30 years ago is being repurposed into REALLY COOL senior housing.

Our new movie theater is celebrating its one-year anniversary and our “old” movie theater is hosting all kinds of entertainment events, from a burlesque show to a screening of a locallyproduced DVD documenting 175 years of Logansport history. And, not to be outdone, our beloved McHale Performing Arts Center will host Bret Michaels next week!

This new online-only format opens up a world of new possibilities for us and I can’t wait.

November 4 is Election Day but absentee voting has been available since Oct. 7. On page 4 and 5, you’ll find a list of candidates. We did a survey a couple weeks ago and almost 78 percent of the respondents said they planned to vote in this election. Here’s a challenge —let’s aim for Cass County to have the state’s highest voter turnout for this election. If you’re registered to vote, you can make it happen.

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Trine University's Logansport Education Center moving downtown

New senior apartments opening soon

Trine University has received a building in downtown Logansport from family owned and Indiana-based Salin Bank and Trust Company.

The two-story, 15,600-squarefoot office building is located in downtown Logansport, Ind. The appraised value of the transaction, which closed Sept. 11, is $390,000.

“Trine University offers an education you can bank on – and we are very grateful for such a generous donation,” said Earl D. Brooks II, Ph.D., Trine University president. “The Salin Bank building provides more space and will be a convenient location for our students in Logansport.”

Salin Bank President and CEO Bill Salin II agrees, adding “Salin Bank is a strong supporter of higher education here in Indiana. This gift is another affirmation of the strong relationship between Salin Bank and

McKinley School Apartments - A Senior Community held a second sneak peek this month. An official with Crestline Communities said they plan to open in November.

They feature 8 units in the former McKinley School and 30 units of new construction for residents age 55 and up. They’re based on income and rental rates range from $206 to $590 per month. Call (574) 722-3552 for more information.

the communities and people we serve.

We are pleased this facility will now provide students and faculty with a learning environment in which to thrive and grow.”

Trine University will use the former bank building for its Logansport Education Center, a regional campus operated by the institution’s School of Professional Studies. The school has occupied a 3,948-square-foot space at 2815 E. Market St., since May 2010.

Space planning and design currently is underway, with work set to begin in the near future. Trine University plans to relocate to the new downtown building by Jan. 1.

According to Salin Bank, the bank’s Logansport drive-up facility will remain open for customers. In addition, Salin Bank will continue to operate the Logansport Eastgate Banking Center, which is a traditional banking center with a lobby and drive-up options.

Cass County’s Veterans Day parade typically begins at 10:15 on Veteran’s Day. We haven’t received details yet on this year’s observances, but when we do, we’ll be sure to share the m on CassCountyCalendar.com!

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Dairy Queen coming to Cass Plaza

Construction on the new Dairy Queen on the southeast side of Cass Plaza is moving right along! No word yet on an opening date, but we’ll let you know as soon as we do!

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WHEN & WHERE CAN I

The Cass County Voter Registration Office is taking applications for absentee mail ballots. The deadline to request absentee mail ballots is Oct. 27.

Requests to vote by travel board will be accepted through noon on Monday, Nov. 3.

Applications for absentee mail ballots and travel board are available online through the Cass County Clerk’s Office website at co.cass.in.us or can be requested by calling 574-753-7870. The clerk’s office is open until 4 p.m. weekdays.

Absentee voting in the garage at the Cass County Government Building Tuesday, Oct. 7 — Friday, Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Monday, Nov. 3 from 9 a.m. to noon; and Saturday, Oct. 25 and Nov. 1 from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Vote Centers will be open Thursday Oct. 30 through Saturday, Nov. 1 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday Nov. 4.

Vote center locations are: Logansport Mall, Downtown Senior Center, Cass County 4-H Fairgrounds, Galveston Community Center, Walton Fire Station and Royal Center Town Hall.

The Twelve Mile Fire Station will be a open on Election Day only.

CANDIDATE FORUM: The League of Women Voters will host a forum for prosecuting attorney and township trustee candidates at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 21 at Ivy Tech Community College.

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VOTE Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2014 Wondering when you can hear more from the candidates?

Gubernatorial Debates Wed., Oct. 17, 7 p.m.

Thurs., Oct. 25, 7 p.m.

U.S. Senate Debates

Absentee Voting In person at the Cass County Government Building Monday-Friday through Oct. 31, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturdays Oct. 25 & Nov. 1, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday Nov. 3, 9 a.m. - Noon VOTE CENTERS

Mon., Oct. 15, 7 p.m.

Tues., Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.

Presidential Debates Tues., Oct. 16 Second Presidential Debate (Town Hall), 9-10:30 p.m.

Mon., Oct. 22 Third Presidential Debate 9-10:30 p.m.

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Early Voting Thurs, Oct. 30 Fri., Oct. 31, Sat., Nov. 1 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Election Day Tues.

Nov. 4 6 a.m. - 6 p.m

Logansport Mall 3900 E. Market Downtown Senior Center 115 S. 6th St. Cass County 4-H Fairgrounds County Road 125 N Galveston Community Center 101 S. Park Road, Galveston Walton Fire Station 110 S. Depot St. Royal Center Town Hall 104 E. North St. Twelve Mile Fire Station (ELECTION DAY ONLY) 6945 N Jefferson

GENERAL ELECTION COVERAGE

Turn to us on Tuesday, Nov. 4!

Local election results will be posted on www.casscountyonline.com.

Who’s on Cass County’s ballot?

SECRETARY OF STATE *Connie Lawson — (Republican) Karl Tatgenhorst ‚ (Libertarian) Elizabeth (Beth) White — (Democrat) Auditor of State *Suzanne Crouch - (Republican) John Schick- (Libertarian) Michael A. Claytor - (Democrat) Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell — (Republican) Michael L. Jasper - (Libertarian) Mike Boland — (Democrat) US Representative, District 4 *Todd Rokita — (Republican) John Dale — (Democrat) State Representative, District 23 *William C. Friend – (Republican) State Representative, District 25 *Donald J. Lehe - (Republican) Maurice O. Fuller — (Democrat)

Voting starts Oct. 7 State Representative, District 38 *Heath R. VanNatter — (Republican) Prosecuting Attorney 29th Judicial Court Lisa L. Swaim — (Republican) Mark Kelly Leeman — (Democrat) Cass County Recorder Cindy Howard — (Republican) Cass County Sheriff *Randy Pryor — (Republican) Cass County Assessor *Cathy Isaacs — (Republican) Cass County Commissioner, 3rd District Jeff LeDonne — (Republican) Cass County Council, 1st District *Phillip E. Rains — (Republican) Cass County Council, 2nd District *Grover C. Bishop — Republican Cass County Council, 3rd District Steven M. Kain — (Republican) Cass County Council, 4th District *Brian Reed — (Republican) Adams Township Trustee *Ray Staller — (Republican)

Adams Township Boardmember *Fred W. Easter — (Republican) Blake J. Mollenkopf — (Republican) *Robert Skinner— (Republican)

Harrison Township Boardmember *Marilyn J. Carter— (Republican) Herd Crimmins — (Republican) *Brenda Rusk — (Republican)

Royal Center Town Council At Large Kelley S. Magee — (Republican)

Bethlehem Township Trustee Margaret Hubenthal — (Republican) Paul D. Ulerick — (Democrat)

Jackson Township Trustee *Cindy Marschand — (Republican)

Walton Town Council - At Large Richard (Dick) Case — (Republican) Jessica Zehring — (Republican)

Bethlehem Township Boardmember Sally R. Bechdol — (Republican) Melvin Price — (Republican) Phyllis Showley — (Republican)

Jackson Township Boardmember *Marsha Dollar — (Republican) Brad Johnson — (Republican) *W. Edward (Ed) Smith — (Republican)

Boone Township Trustee *Bob Pifer — (Republican)

Jefferson Township Trustee Mark Cotner — (Republican)

Boone Township Boardmember *Mary Lou Foerg — (Republican) *Lowell E. Goltry — (Republican) *Rebecca P. Groff — (Republican)

Jefferson Township Boardmember *Craig Kennell — (Republican) Gary Miller — (Republican) *Steve Temple — (Republican)

Clay Township Trustee *David Kain — (Republican)

Miami Township Trustee *Kyle Anderson

Clay Township Board Member *John W. Carson — (Republican) Nathan McClain — (Republican) *Thomas K. Weatherwax — (Republican) Andrea K. Davis — (Democrat)

Miami Township Boardmember *Karen Buffum — (Republican) Marguerite A. (MIssy) Field — (Republican) Brady Saylor — (Republican)

Walton Town Election

Caston School Board District #1 (Wayne, Fulton County) *John Jason Herd District #5 At Large Beth M. Howard Chuck Smith Logansport School Board District #2 (Clay I, II, II, Clay City, Noble-L, Eel West) *Milt Hess District #3 (Logan Precincts 1-16) *Jeffrey A. Smith Pioneer School Board District #2 (Boone) Samuel L. Cosgray Aryn Freels Aaron E Kiser *Brad Swartzell

Clinton Township Trustee Dave Arnold — (Republican)

Noble Township Trustee Christopher A. Cover— (Republican) Adam Perrone - (Democrat)

Clinton Township Boardmember *Daryl Deitrich — (Republican) Rob Heckard — (Republican) Tom Lane — (Republican)

Noble Township Boardmember Kevin Henry — (Republican) *Edward McKaig Jr. — (Republican) *Ted D. Speicher — (Republican)

Deer Creek Trustee Steve Carroll — (Republican)

Tipton Township Trustee *James Beechy — (Republican) Larry Phipps — (Republican) *Linda L. Riley — (Republican)

District #3 (Galveston, Jackson) Matthew P. Lewellen Brian Thomas

Washington Township Trustee *James F. Mayhill — (Republican)

District #4 (Deer Creek) *David Helms Ryan Zeck

Washington Township Boardmember *Matt Gremelspacher — (Republican) Scott Sailors — (Republican) *Chuck Stephenson — (Republican) James D. Musselman — (Democrat)

Supreme Court Judicial Retention Shall Justice Loretta H. Rush be retained in office?

Deer Creek Township Boardmember *Dale E. Forgey — (Republican) *Bill Fouts — (Republican) *John H. Hardy — (Republican) Eel Township Trustee *C. Tom Knepper — (Republican) Michael E. Fincher Sr. - (Democrat) Eel Township Boardmember Rick J. Bernhardt — (Republican) *Sharon Kain — (Republican) *Thomas L. Keplar — (Republican) David L. Klinck - (Democrat) Emily Anne Sawyer - (Democrat) Harrison Township Trustee *Catherine G. (Cathy) Cree — (Republican)

Royal Center Town Election

District #4 (Jefferson) *Michael W. Englert Southeastern School Board

Shall Justice Mark S. Massa Be retained in office?

Royal Center Town Council, Dist. 2 *Dave Houser — (Republican)

Court of Appeals Judicial Retention - 4th District Shall Judge Rudolph Reginald Pyle III be retained in office?

Royal Center Town Council Dist. 3 Aric Raderstorf — (Republican)

Tax Court Judicial Retention Shall Judge Martha Wentworth be retained in office?

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Ivy Tech honors Logansport, Cass County with Benefactor of the Year Award for spearheading campus The City of Logansport and Cass County were among General Assembly. Additionally, Karickhoff said, these locally those honored with the Ivy Tech Foundation Benefactor of elected officials, along with many community leaders, traveled the Year Award during an to the Indiana Statehouse awards dinner at the West to show their support and Baden Springs Resort. voice the need for a new The Kokomo Region Ivy Tech campus in Loaward nominees were gansport. Then, to buttress recognized for their their case, the City of contributions to the creation Logansport provided $2.7 of the community’s new Ivy million of infrastructure, Tech campus, which was preparing the site with the opened at 1 Ivy Tech Way in needed streets and utility Logansport in 2010. access.

In the nomination, Kelly “Thanks to all these efKarickhoff, executive director forts, the Indiana General of the Ivy Tech Foundation Assembly approved the for the Kokomo Region, said funding for the nearly the Logansport/Cass County $20 million project and in leadership deserved to be 2008, ground was broRepresentatives of Cass County and the City of Logansport were joined honored as visionaries. ken for a beautiful new by Ivy Tech officials for the Benefactor of the Year Award presentation at “The word ‘visionary’ truly 81,000-square-foot facility the West Baden Springs Resort.

On hand for the recognition ceremony describes the leadership of to replace the existing inwere Joe Reed, former Cass County commissioner; Mike Fincher, former the City of Logansport and structional site housed in a mayor of Logansport; Chris Armstrong, representing the city and a 2012 Cass County,” Karickhoff former grocery store in an recipient of the Ivy Tech Distinguished Alumni Award; Jean Cole, Ivy Tech said. “In 2004, the leaders of aging strip mall,” she said.

Kokomo Region trustee and a previous recipient of the Benefactor of the these two governmental units “And before the building Year Award; and Bostic.

Other Kokomo Region participants were Kokomo had a vision – the creation of even opened, the City of Region Chancellor Steve Daily; Tom Trauring, Ivy Tech Foundation an Ivy Tech campus promiLogansport gave Ivy Tech director; Don Thomas, Ivy Tech Foundation director emeritus; and Kelly nently located in the Hoosier another $110,000 to create Karickhoff and Miriam Thomas of the region’s Resource Development Heartland Corridor at the three endowed scholaredge of Logansport to elevate ships. These scholarships office. PHOTO PROVIDED the role of higher education are available for students in their community.” attaining an associate “They identified the desired location and County Coundegree or a technical certificate. The third scholarship may be cilman Joe Reed worked with the landowners to secure the awarded to students with a GED.” prime real estate through a property donation to the College Kevin Bostic, president of the Logansport Campus, valued at $600,000,” she noted. “Both the city and the county continued, “Thanks to the foresight and vision of the City then stepped up with funding to demonstrate their support of Logansport and Cass County officials, the new Ivy Tech for a new Logansport Campus by giving $250,000 each to Ivy campus stands as a symbol demonstrating the community’s Tech Foundation – all before the concept of a new campus commitment to raising educational attainment in the had even received approval from Ivy Tech.”

Region.” The effort has been rewarded with success, he noted, In 2005, the city and county leaders rallied community adding, “In the campus’ first three years, Ivy Tech enrollment support through a letter-writing campaign to make the case in Logansport more than doubled, exceeding the five-year for a new campus to Ivy Tech State Trustees and the Indiana projection made when the doors opened in 2010.”

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The Logansport/Cass County Chamber of Commerce has a new Executive Director.

Chamber board vicepresident Wendy Orpurt announced Oct. 13 that Bill Cuppy has been selected by the board of directors to be the chamber’s new Executive Director.

“Bill brings a renewed emphasis on professionally serving the needs of our nearly 330 chamber members, through a variety of business development, education and counseling services. He will specifically target local business retention and growth, and we are excited to welcome Bill to the Executive Director position” said Orpurt.

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Security Federal Savings Bank for the past 18 years. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and business management from Ball State University.

“My heart beats for Logansport and Cass County, and I am appreciative of this opportunity to utilize my passion for the betterment of the families and businesses in my home community” said Cuppy. Bill and his wife Shantel have three children; Myles, Cassidy and Will.

Cuppy will start his leadership position with the chamber on Oct. 14. We hope that members will be able to attend the Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner and Meeting on Nov. 7th to help us welcome Bill to the Logansport/ Cass Co. Chamber of Commerce.

Bill can be contacted at 574-7536388 or bill@logan-casschamber.com

Ivy Tech offering certified professional food manager course

Cass County native serves as as Indiana Senate's Borst Fellow

Ivy Tech Corporate College is offering multiple opportunities to take its two-session Certified Professional Food Manager Course in Logansport, Kokomo, Peru, Tipton, Wabash, and Winamac between now and next June. The eight-hour instructor-led training course is designed to lead to the CPFM certification for participants.

Indiana law requires certification of at least one person who oversees the food safety operation within each establishment that handles food. This course will prepare individuals to take and pass the 85-question, multiple-choice certification exam. Participants in this course will study sanitation management, food safety hazards, factors that affect food-borne illness, personal hygiene, the use and calibration of temperature measuring instruments, and many more topics. Upon successful completion, students will be awarded certification and their name will be added to the National Registry of Food Managers. The certification is valid for five years.

The fee for the instructor-led course is $195 and includes the manual, all materials and the certification exam. A self-study option is available for $135 and includes the textbook and test.

To register, call 800-459-0561, ext. 233, or email bburke10@ivytech.edu .

State Sen. Randy Head (R-Logansport) announced that Lacey Berkshire, a Cass County native, is serving as the Lawrence M. Borst Fellow with the Indiana State Senate throughout the fall and the upcoming 2015 legislative session.

As a Borst Fellow, Berkshire tracks and summarizes fiscal legislation and helps provide fiscal information to legislators, staff and constituents. She is working under Senate fiscal analysts, David Reynolds and Krista Rivera.

“I am honored to have this experience and learn so much about the fiscal aspects of Indiana’s state government,” Berkshire said. “I look forward to having a hands-on role in assisting state legislators as they generate the upcoming budget.”

Berkshire, daughter of Steve and Rita Berkshire, is a 2007 graduate of Pioneer High School in Royal Center, and now resides in Indianapolis, Ind. She received a bachelor’s degree in history in 2011 from DePauw University and is currently a third-year J.D. and masters of public affairs student at the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law and the School of Environmental and Public Affairs (SPEA) at

The course will be offered at these locations and dates through next June:

Ivy Tech Kokomo, 1815 E. Morgan St., Kokomo Oct. 6 and 8 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Jan. 6 and 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

May 11 and 13 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ivy Tech Peru 425 W. Main St., Peru Nov. 3 and 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ivy Tech Wabash 277 N. Thorne St., Wabash Feb. 9 and 11 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Ivy Tech Logansport 1 Ivy Tech Way, Logansport March 2 and 4 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ivy Tech Tipton 221 N. Main St., Tipton April 7 and 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ivy Tech Winamac Location TBD June 9 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

IUPUI. “As a legislator from Cass County, it’s always exciting to see a fellow resident working at the Statehouse,” Head said.

“Berkshire will make a great addition to the team of fiscal analysts during the budget session.”

Named in honor of the 38-year legislative veteran, the Borst Fellowship began in 2006 and is offered yearly to an accomplished student. This one-year experience consists of a 20-hour work week during the fall semester while the student is enrolled full-time in graduate school and a full-time work week during the spring semester and legislative session.

Administered by the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) and the Senate Internship Program, the Borst Fellowship is open to SPEA graduate students. For more information on the fellowship, contact Kathy Hursh at 317-278-3651 or hurshk@iupui.edu.

Additional information about the fellowship or other Senate internship opportunities can be found at www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/ intern-program.

Logan Park restrooms closing for the winter The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department would like to remind the public that as cold weather approaches, it will be necessary to shut down drinking fountains and restrooms in the city parks. Parks that only have drinking fountains will be shut down during the week of October 13. Then, restroom facilities at Fairview, Dykeman and Spencer Parks will be shut down the week of October 20. Riverside Park and Huston Park is scheduled to be shut down following BooFest on Monday, October 27.

The process of clearing water lines for the winter is very labor intensive and requires a 2-3 week window to take care of all the lines in the

parks. This process prevents water lines from breaking due to water freezing inside the pipes.

In addition, lights at all basketball courts and the Riverside ramp park will be shut down beginning October 31. Reduced public play has made this step necessary for the Parks Department.

Questions may be directed to the Parks office at 753-6969 or e-mail to admin@loganparks. comcastbiz.net .

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Logansport Housing Authority accepting applications for rental assistance Are you working hard, or unable to work, and find yourself struggling to pay rent? If so, the Logansport Housing Authority (LHA) asks you to consider contacting them.

At this time LHA is accepting applications for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Depending on income and certain other eligibility requirements, LHA may be able to pay a portion of families rent. To be eligible for assistance, families must: • Meet income guidelines prescribed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Have no felony convictions in the last ten years • Have no misdemeanor convictions in the last three years

• Not owe money to any public housing agency due to prior assistance provided • Not be currently listed as an ineligible person due to prior program termination for fraud, criminal activity, violation of family obligations or other issues Expedited processing is available for those who live and work in Cass County, those who are disabled and unable to work, the elderly and military veterans.

Interested tenants (and landlords) can call 574-753-4666 or visit LHA at 1805 Smith Street, Logansport for more information.

Cass Township Trustees asked to confirm compliance with Indiana Code In May the Cass County Resource Network’s Family Stability Task Force’s task force members contacted all Cass County Trustees and asked them to confirm compliance with Indiana Code regarding township assistance. The Cass County Resource Network’s Family Stability Task Force’s mission is to advocate for the needs of local families. Trustees were given over four weeks to complete a code compliance checklist and submit it through email, the mail, or in person. One trustee sent documents but did not complete the compliance checklist and another responded that the task force could have whatever it wanted for 15 cents per page.

The task force embarked on this initiative after receiving reports over the last two years of inconsistent compliance with Indiana Code regarding township assistance.

Task force members are again contacting each Trustee to request information to assess compliance with Indiana code.

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Hoosiers eligible to receive refunds from BMV, AT&T The Bureau of Motor Vehicles has begun issuing claim forms to Hoosiers who are entitled to excise tax refunds dating back to 2004.

Last month, the BMV announced that it had determined that some vehicles were misclassified for excise tax purposes, and those customers overpaid excise taxes when registering their vehicles.

Current estimates indicate that the BMV will issue about $29 million in excise tax refunds, plus interest. About 180,000, or 3.5 percent, of the 5.1 million Hoosiers who registered vehicles with the BMV since 2004 are entitled to refunds.

Everyone eligible for a refund will receive a claim form in the mail. The agency anticipates that all claim forms will be mailed within the next 30 days.

It is anticipated that claims will be processed within 30 days of receipt.

As part of a national settlement with AT&T Mobility LLC, the company is required to provide refunds to consumers who were victims of “cramming.” AT&T customers who were “crammed” complained about charges, typically $9.99 per month, for “premium” text message subscription services (also known as “PSMS” subscriptions) such as horoscopes, trivia, and sports scores, that they had never heard of or requested.

An estimated 460,000 Hoosiers could be impacted by the settlement, and will be able to apply for a refund by visiting www.ftc.gov/att. If consumers are unsure about whether they are eligible for a refund, they can visit the claims website or contact the Claims Administrator at 1-877-819-9692 for more information. Indiana’s attorney general says eligible consumers should file a claim immediately.

CCCF awards community grants At a press conference and reception at Boondockers on Sept.

22, the Cass County Community Foundation announced the recipients of the 2014 CCCF Community Grant Awards.

The Cass County Community Foundation awarded 8 community grants totaling $90,484.

“We had a record number of 30 worthwhile proposals submitted this year, totaling $566,207,” said CCCF president Deanna Crispen. “The committee was charged with evaluating and comparing those proposals and missions and awarding up to $93,000. It is always a difficult but rewarding endeavor.”

Funding for community grants is made available through the generosity of donors to CCCF’s unrestricted endowments.

2014 Community Grant Award Recipients and their projects: Young America Volunteer Fire Department $23,000 for safety turnout gear for volunteers Logansport Children’s Choir - $10,000 for Canada/Northeastern Tour Royal Center Volunteer Fire Dept $24,000 for a rescue utility vehicle that will be made available throughout the county

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AIM - $8,884 for Project Priority I Sidewalks Logansport Cherub Softball League - $4,000 for a new scoreboard Royal Center Volunteer Fire Dept $10,600 for new windows for Rea Park pavilion and partial funding for new green space Logansport Babe Ruth – $4,000 for safety fencing Salvation Army - $6,000 for food

Grissom Marines kick off annual Toys for Tots drive There are only so many days before Christmas, and the Marines at Grissom are wasting no time in getting in the festive spirit.

The 2014 Toys for Tots drive began Oct. 1, with Marines from Detachment 1, Communication Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 45, 4th Marine Logistics Group making contacts with stores and putting donation boxes in place.

The mission of the Toys for Tots program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less-fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.

Marine Sgt. Javier Medina is spearheading the local initiative for the 2014 drive which began with participation a Kokomo First Friday event Oct. 3.

“Our goal is to give toys to about 6,000 children,” he added. “We hope to send a message of hope to less fortunate youngsters that will assist them in becoming responsible, productive and patriotic citizens.”

To meet the goal, the Marines are counting on donations from the local community to help make the season bright for area children.

“People are encouraged to donate new unwrapped gifts in any of the collection

Detachment One, Communication Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 45, 4th Marine Logistics Group at Grissom Air Reserve Base, Ind., needs donations for its annual Toys for Tots campaign no later than Dec. 15, 2014. The mission of the Toys for Tots program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less-fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted. (U.S. Air Force graphic/Tech. Sgt. Mark R. W. OrdersWoempner)

boxes in their area,” said Medina.

The boxes will be picked up Dec. 15 and sorted for distribution Dec. 18-19.

Those wanting to make a monetary donation can do so at any time, he added.

“We’re responsible for collecting and distributing toys in a seven area counties,” said Medina. Those include Howard, Miami, Grant, Cass, Fulton, Wabash and Tipton counties.

It’s a pretty large area to cover, especially without the help of eight magic reindeer, he joked.

On base, Grissom members can place items in a box located at the Base Exchange or bring them directly to the Marine Corps Reserve building on Leatherneck Drive.

The Toys for Tots program began in 1947 when Maj. Bill Hendricks, a Marine Corps reservist founded Toys for Tots in Los Angeles.

During that first campaign 5,000 toys collected with the first toy being a handmade doll.

In 1995, the Secretary of Defense approved Toys for Tots as an official activity of the Marine Corps and an official mission of the Marine Corps Reserve.

Each year Marines located at Grissom have continued to support the program.

For more information on how to support the Toys for Tots initiative, contact Medina at (765) 688-4405.

Winter fun available soon On October, 23, the US Postal Service’s Winter Fun stamps (Forever® First-Class Mail® priced at 49-cents) in four designs, will go on sale. ith four playful designs, Winter Fun stamps celebrate some of the season’s most enjoyable activities: ice-skating, making snow angels, building snowmen, and bird-watching. The art for the ice skaters stamp was painted with acrylic on plywood with a dry brush technique to give the illustration a textured, folk-art feel. The art for the other three stamps was hand-sketched and then digitally manipulated.

Art director Ethel Kessler designed the stamps using existing illustrations by Janet Atkinson (ice-skating), Jing Jing Tsong (building snowmen and making snow angels), and Christine Roy (bird-watching).

The Salvation Army needs YOU! They are looking for awesome volunteers like you to help meet this year’s kettle goal! The money raised goes back into the Logansport community to help those in need. Want to be part of this great cause? Call Lt. Amanda at 574-601-1291 to sign up today!

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DATES TO KNOW Medicare Open Enrollment Oct. 17 through Dec. 7 www.socialsecurity.gov

Let's talk about Medicare

October is “Talk About Prescriptions Month” and marks the beginning of this year’s Medicare open enrollment period. It’s the perfect time to talk Open Enrollment for qualified David about Medicare health plans under the affordable Seymour prescriptions and the Social care act Extra Help available security from Social Security.

Nov. 15 through Feb. 15 Newly eligible Medicare beneficiaries www.healthcare.gov and current beneficiaries who are considering changes to their Medicare Logansport Memorial Part D (prescription drug coverage) Hospital offering free plan, should act now. The Medicare open enrollment period runs from breast screens October 15 to December 7.

The Medicare Part D prescription The Logansport Memorial Hospital (LMH) Making Strides Breast Screen- drug plan is available to all Medicare beneficiaries to help with the costs of ing Program is focused on the importance of early detection in breast cancer. medications. Joining a Medicare prescription drug plan is voluntary, and The initiative serves low-income, uninsured and/or underinsured Cass County participants pay an additional monthly premium for the prescription drug women by offering free breast screens. coverage.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness While all Medicare beneficiaries month, LMH encourages all age- apcan participate in the Medicare Part propriate women to get their annual D prescription drug plan, some people mammogram. Women interested in with limited income and resources may scheduling a free breast screen can call Logansport Memorial Hospital Central be eligible for Extra Help to pay for monthly premiums, annual deductibles, Scheduling at 574-753-1488.

Breast cancer is the most common can- and prescription co-payments. The Extra Help is estimated to be worth cer in women, after skin cancer. One in eight women will develop invasive breast about $4,000 per year. Many Medicare beneficiaries qualify for these big cancer over the course of their lifetime.

Early detection is the best prevention for savings and don’t even know it.

To figure out whether you are elibreast cancer. gible for the Extra Help, Social Security The Free Breast Screens are funded needs to know your income and the through a competitively awarded grant value of any savings, investments, and to Logansport Memorial Hospital by real estate (other than the home you live the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust (IBCAT). To learn more about our in). To qualify, you must be receiving services, visit http://www.logansportme- Medicare and have: • Income limited to $17,505 for an morial.org/pages/Breast-Center. individual or $23,595 for a married cou12 | Cass County INfo: | October 2014

ple living together. Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some help with monthly premiums, annual deductibles, and prescription copayments. Some examples where your income may be higher include if you or your spouse: • Support other family members who live with you; • Have earnings from work; or • Live in Alaska or Hawaii; and • Resources limited to $13,440 for an individual or $26,860 for a married couple living together.

Resources include such things as bank accounts, stocks, and bonds. We do not count your house or car as resources.

You can complete an easy-to-use online application or get more information by visiting www.socialsecurity.gov/ medicare. To apply for the Extra Help by phone or have an application mailed to you, call Social Security at 1-800772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and ask for the Application for Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs (SSA-1020).

And if you would like more information about the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program, visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227; TTY 1-877-486-2048).

While we’re on the subject of open seasons, the open enrollment period for qualified health plans under the Affordable Care Act is November 15 to February 15. Learn more about it at www.healthcare.gov.

This Medicare open enrollment season, while you search for the Medicare prescription drug plan that best meets your needs—see if you qualify for the Extra Help through Social Security. That’s a winning prescription worth talking about.

Indiana ramps up Ebola response efforts State and local health officials are increasing measures to protect the health of Hoosiers in the event of an Ebola case in Indiana.

“The State Health Department and healthcare partners, with the support of Governor Pence, are taking extensive measures now to ensure that if we have a case of Ebola here, we will be ready to treat patients, isolate contacts and contain the spread of the disease,” said State Health Commissioner William VanNess, M.D. “People are understandably afraid, but Hoosiers should take comfort knowing Indiana has excellent health systems in place, which are routinely relied upon to successfully treat serious infectious diseases.”

Eight individuals have been treated for Ebola in the United States, including two healthcare workers who treated patient, Thomas Eric Duncan, at Texas Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. No cases have been reported in Indiana.

People with Ebola can only spread the Ebola virus when they have symptoms. There is no risk of transmission if someone does not have symptoms. In the United States, Ebola is only spread through direct contact with blood or body fluids

(including but not limited to urine, saliva, feces, vomit and semen, or a needlestick) of a person who is sick with Ebola or the body of a person who has died from Ebola. Ebola is not spread through the air by water or food, or by casual contact.

“Ebola is a scary disease, but it’s important for Hoosiers to know the facts about Ebola and get an accurate picture of the risk it poses to us here in Indiana,” said Joan Duwve, M.D., Chief Medical Consultant at the Indiana State Department of Health. “There is unfortunately a great deal of misinformation about Ebola going around on social media and other communication channels. Ebola can only be spread through blood or bodily fluids and only when a person is showing symptoms. Ebola is not airborne and is not easily spread, for example by sitting next to or being in the same room with someone who appears healthy.”

All Indiana healthcare providers are required to report any cases of illness that might pose a risk to public health including Ebola Virus Disease, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), measles, rubella, mumps, tuberculosis, pandemic influenza and other diseases.

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INDIANA 2014-2015 HUNTING & TRAPPING SEASONS FURBEARERS HUNTING DATES Red and Gray Fox Oct. 15, 2014 – Feb. 28, 2015 Coyote, Striped Skunk Oct. 15, 2014 – March 15, 2015 Raccoon, Opossum Nov. 8, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 Dog Running (Raccoon, Opossum) Feb. 1, 2014 – Oct. 25, 2014 and Feb. 1, 2015 – Oct. 25, 2015 FURBEARERS TRAPPING DATES Red and Gray Fox Oct. 15, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 Coyote, Striped Skunk Oct. 15, 2014 – March 15, 2015 Beaver Nov. 15, 2014 – March 15, 2015 Mink, Muskrat, Weasel (long-tailed weasel only) Nov. 15, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 Raccoon, Opossum Nov. 8, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 Furbearer hunting & trapping hours: • Hunting/Running – noon of first day to noon of last day.

• Trapping – 8 a.m. of first day to noon of last day.

There are no daily bag or possession limits for furbearers.

WOODLAND BIG GAME Wild Turkey Fall – Archery * Oct. 1, 2014 – Oct. 26, 2014 AND Dec. 6, 2014 – Jan.4, 2015: Fall - Firearm* 1 Oct.15- 19,2014 Fall - Firearm * 2 Oct. 15 - 26, 2014 Turkey hunting hours: ½ hour before sunrise to sunset. *1, 2: See Hunting and Trapping Guide for counties open to fall turkey hunting. No more than one bird of either sex may be taken in the fall turkey season, regardless of equipment.

A separate turkey license is needed for the spring and fall turkey season.

Deer Urban Sept. 15, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015 Youth Sept. 27 and 28, 2014

Archery Oct. 1, 2014 – Jan. 4, 2015 Firearms Nov. 15, 2014 – Nov. 30, 2014 Muzzleloader Dec. 6, 2014 – Dec. 21, 2014 Special Antlerless* Dec. 26, 2014 – Jan. 4, 2015 Deer hunting hours: ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset. *Special Antlerless season only in counties with a bonus antlerless quot a of 4 or more (See Hunting and Trapping Guide). All harvested deer and turkey must be checked within 48 hours of harvest at an official deer or turkey check station. See current hunting and trapping guide for deer season bag limits.

WOODLAND SMALL GAME Gray and Fox Squirrel Aug. 15, 2014 – Jan. 31, 2015, daily limit 5 Ruffed Grouse** Oct. 1, 2014 – Dec. 31, 2014 (private lands), daily limit 2 Ruffed Grouse** Oct. 1, 2014 – Nov. 14, 2014 (public lands) 2 UPLAND GAME* Pheasant (statewide-cock only) Nov. 1, 2014 – Dec. 15, 2014, daily limit 2 Quail (North of Interstate 74)*** Nov. 1, 2014 – Dec. 15, 2014, daily limit 4 Quail (South of Interstate 74)*** Nov. 1, 2014 – Jan. 10, 2015, daily limit 8 Rabbit Nov. 1, 2014 – Feb. 28, 2015 5 MISCELLANEOUS GAME Crow July 1, 2014 – Aug. 15, 2014 and Dec. 13, 2014 – March 1, 2015, No limit Green Frog and Bullfrog June 15, 2014 – April 30, 2015, daily limit 25 * The possession limit on pheasants, quail, rabbits, squirrels, ruffed grouse, and frogs is two times the daily bag limit. ** Ruffed Grouse only open in some coun ties (see Hunting and Trapping Guide). *** Quail season dates vary on some DNR prope rties (see Hunting a nd Trapping Guide) SOURCE: http://www.in.gov/dnr/fishwild/ files/fw-hunting_trapping_seasons.pdf

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If you see a hunting violation ...

Less than 1 percent of Indiana’s nearly 400,000 hunters are found to be violating the law while hunting.

Finding those violators often requires the input law-abiding hunters and other citizens who see violations taking place.

Now that Hoosier hunting seasons are in full swing, the Indiana Conservation Officers charged with enforcing the state’s wildlife laws ask concerned citizens to keep two phone numbers handy and enter them on their cell phones. The 24-hour Central Dispatch number is (812) 837-9536. It documents the caller’s name.

The Turn in a Poacher (TIP) hotline number is 1-800-TIPIDNR (4367). It allows the caller to remain anonymous.

If you see a suspected violation: 1. Safely gather as much information as you can (vehicle description, plate number, clothing description, number of people, location, direction

of travel, etc.) without approaching the subject.

2. Immediately call the appropriate number.

3. Do not communicate with the subject by yelling or informing them that you have called a Conservation Officer.

4. Continue to stay out of the subject’s area — allow the Conservation Officer to approach the situation.

5. Cooperate with the Conservation Officer.

Call 211 for community info 211 is a phone number that can provide community service information 24 hours a day 365 days a year. It is available to anyone regardless of income or residency and all information given during a call is voluntary and confidential. Our service is anonymous, provided at no cost and translation services are available if needed. Our Center is accredited by the National Association for Information and Referral Systems, which requires high quality in staff training, call handling, data collection and service provision.

So, why would you call 211? What can our service do for you? Our database includes information for the entire State of Indiana not just local services, it includes websites and hotlines. Currently for our service area alone we have over 500 services and it grows every day to be the most comprehensive service database in our area.

When you call 211 you will speak to a live specialist that will provide resources specific to your situation. They will eliminate programs you are not eligible for and provide detailed information about the service and what you can expect from the organization when you make contact. This will save trips around town and your time and effort as you seek solutions. Going directly to services specific to you will allow you to resolve your situation quickly and easily with the least frustration.

Due to our extensive database we strive to provide resources that may not be well known or new in the community.

We also track changes such as when programs move to another location, change their phone number or discontinue service. No need to call all over town to find what you are looking for and you may discover a resource you never knew existed!

211 is available to businesses and professionals that are interested in helping their clients in areas outside of their service area mothers, fathers, teachers, caseworkers, seniors, teens. We have resources that can help.

211 is also available during disasters to give up to date non-emergency response information such as shelters and assistance that is available specific to disasters.

United Way of Cass County provides this service that is available to anyone in Cass County 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Due to generous support, the service is provided free to all callers. In addition to calling 211 by dialing 2-11, we can be reached at 765-868-4133. To find out more you can find us at www.unitedwayhoco.org, just click on the 211 logo.

Logansport Juvenile Correctional Facility celebrates 20th anniversary

The Logansport Juvenile Correctional Facility celebrated its 20th anniversary with a cookout, a commemorative book and the dedication of a memorial rock. The facility began training its staff on October 3, 1994. There are 12 original staff members still employed at that facility. The attached picture includes the 11 of the 12 original staff members along with the past and present superintendents and IDOC commissioner Bruce Lemmon. Pictured from left to right: Commissioner Lemmon, Coleman Cogswell, Jane Michael, Dave Wandrei, Chris Pfefferkorn, Bonnie Claiborne, Troy Smith, Mark Harmon, Daryl Deitrich, John Morphew, Lori Harshbarger, Michael Maupin, Charles Blackburn, Kelly Whitcomb and Bob Burns. Not pictured Tom Hickey. PHOTO PROVIDED

Tyson makes $24,500 gift to Cass County Family YMCA On Oct. 3, Tyson presented the Cass County Family YMCA with a check for $24,500 as part of a recurring commitment to improve the facility’s cardio center.

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Local orthodontist sponsoring contest What makes you smile? That is the question Dr. Kevin Jarrell and the team at Jarrell Orthodontics would like residents of Howard & Cass Counties to answer for a chance to win $250! At Jarrell Orthodontics, their mission is “to make you smile.” October is Orthodontic Health Month and to get the community involved and smiling, Jarrell Orthodontics is holding the 1st-ever Howard/Cass CountShow Us Your Smile, Contest!

The contest is easy to enter. You simply take a picture of yourself holding a sign that tells what makes you smile.

Anyone can enter: Individuals, Families, Friends, Students, Classrooms, Businesses, Athletic Teams, Scout Troops, and Church Groups. The list is endless.

Then, email it to Jarrell Orthodontics (dawn@jarrellortho. com) or post it on the Jarrell Orthodontics’ Facebook Page yourself. Entries will be accepted through Oct. 31. All entries received will be posted on the Jarrell Orthodontics’ Facebook page and website. The names of all who submit pictures will be put into drawing and the winner will be chosen at random

from all entries submitted.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a child be seen at age 7 for their first orthodontic evaluation. We have designed a special activity in October for those in that age range. In addition to the Smile Contest, Jarrell Orthodontics will be having a coloring contest for 2nd grade students throughout Howard and Cass counties for a chance to win a pizza party for their class.

State-of-the art orthodontic treatment, an emphasis on patient relationships, and community involvement are the hallmarks of Jarrell Orthodontics. Dr. Kevin and the team at Jarrell Orthodontics are proud to have created an office where the emphasis on treatment excellence and creating beautiful smiles is as important as the patient experience.

For more information on the “Show Us Your Smile Contest” or orthodontic treatment using braces or Invisalign, please contact Dawn Rector, 317-643-0955, visit our website at www.jarrellortho.com or check out our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/jarrellortho.

Grissom holding Oct. 23 mtg on study Grissom will announce the findings of an air installation compatible use zone, or AICUZ, study during a public meeting at the Miami County Economic Development Authority building located just outside the base on Oct. 23 at 7 p.m.

The public meeting will introduce the AICUZ program, the study’s methodology and results, potential uses of the AICUZ study, and Air Force and community responsibilities for compatible land use.

“As Miami and Cass counties continue to grow and prosper, we believe it is vitally important that we join with government and business leaders in a cooperative effort to implement mutually beneficial planning for the future,” said Col. Doug Schwartz, 434th Air Refueling Wing commander.

The first AICUZ study was completed at Grissom in 1978 and was updated in 1995, just after Grissom realigned to a reserve base.

At that point, the 434th Wing had 22 KC-135R Stratotankers and 18

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A-10 Thunderbolt IIs. Currently, there are 16 KC-135Rs operating out of Grissom.

The updated AICUZ study, which is a Department of Defense study that began Dec. 5, 2013, was developed under the guidelines of the Air Force Reserve Command and is designed to help local planning officials protect public safety and health, as well as preserve the operational capabilities at Grissom.

For those not able to attend the public meeting, copies of the AICUZ study are available upon request by calling the Grissom Public Affairs office at (765) 688-3348.

A question-and-answer period will follow a formal presentation.

Grissom is home to not only the 434th ARW, the largest KC-135R Stratotanker unit in the Air Force Reserve Command, but also three Army Reserve units and a Marine Corps Reserve communication detachment. Grissom Airmen, Soldiers and Marines routinely deploy around the world in support of the Department of Defense mission and U.S. strategic objectives.

NIPSCO Customers Can Expect Lower Winter Heating Bills Compared to Last Year NIPSCO has announced its forecast for home heating bills this upcoming winter heating season. Compared to last winter, NIPSCO projections indicate that natural gas bills for residential customers will be approximately four percent lower.

Over the course of the five-month winter heating season – Nov. 1 to March 31 – NIPSCO’s average residential customers using a total of 628.1 therms could expect to pay approximately $513.84. By comparison, customers used 747.5 therms totaling $535.83 during the same five months last year.

If temperatures are colder than normal, usage amounts and bills could be higher than projected. Last winter’s actual usage amounts were higher than normal due to record-low temperatures during consecutive months. NIPSCO’s projections take into account market forecasts, supply trends and storage levels, among other considerations.

“Last winter was one of the coldest on record and customers used more natural gas than normal, yet the abundance of domestic supplies continues to hold down market prices,” said NIPSCO CEO Jim Stanley. “The outlook on natural gas costs remains stable for the foreseeable future, which is good news for customers as we head into the winter heating season.”

NIPSCO is one of the lowest natural gas bill providers in Indiana, according to bill comparisons released monthly by the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC).

The cost of natural gas represents the largest portion of customer bills – on average, twothirds of an overall bill. NIPSCO has no mark-

up and makes no profit on the cost of natural gas billed to its customers. Before billing, natural gas commodity costs must be reviewed by the IURC. 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.

Billing and Payment Options Customers who are experiencing financial difficulties are encouraged to call NIPSCO’s 24hour Customer Care Center as soon as possible to determine what options might be available to offer help. Some of those solutions include: • Payment Assistance Programs: Based on income levels, customers may qualify to receive state and federal utility assistance dollars as well as support funds from separate NIPSCO programs by visiting their local community action agency.

• BudgetPlan: A free service to all NIPSCO customers to help manage their monthly energy bills by spreading out gas costs over an entire year.

• Payment Arrangements: Allows customers to make an initial payment within four days of the agreement, then spread the remaining unpaid balance over three months, plus current bills as they are due.

For more information on billing options and payment assistance, visit NIPSCO.com/PaymentAssistance.

Energy and Money Saving Programs Through NIPSCO’s energy efficiency programs, customers can pinpoint ways to manage their energy usage, and in turn their bills. A full list of programs available to NIPSCO customers to help manage energy use can be found at NIPSCO.com/SaveEnergy.

Participate in National Mock Election on Oct. 30 National Student/Parent Mock Election, a 34 year-old nationwide tradition credited with helping millions of people better understand democracy, will take place on October 30 and is open to students of all ages. NSPME appointed Secretary Lawson as state coordinator and she is working to recruit students of all ages throughout Indiana to enroll in the mock election.

The National Mock Election gives

students from kindergarten to advanced placement/college levels a chance to learn, through simulated experience, about democracy and the voting process.

National Mock Election provides resources and curriculum guides for teachers to hold activities such as debates and school campaigns.

Student voters will be able to cast their vote for candidates running for Congress in Indiana. The NSPME

provides free resources, suggested activities and curriculum guides for teachers.

NSPME also partners with respected civics and education groups to award schools that make the most of their mock election experience.

Teachers and parents can access resources and enroll in the mock election program at www.nationalmockelection.org/enroll-now.

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Happy Here’s the scoop on local Halloween happenings!

Be sure to check CassCountyCalendar.com as additional events may be added!

HALLOWEEN

Sleepy Hollow Halloween at France Park Friday Oct. 24 and 31 Saturday, Oct. 18 and 25 7:30-11 p.m.

Hayrides- $6 per person (Children under 3 yrs. FREE) A Haunted Walkthrough- $5.00 per person Paula’s Pumpkin Patch- Every Day from 7-9 p.m.

Costume Contest- Saturday October 18 Dracula’s Blood Drive (American Red Cross)- Saturday October 25 from 7-9 p.m.

Combo Price (Hayride + Walkthrough)- $10 per person; Dulce Candle Light Studio- Souvenir Photo $5 for a 5 X 7 You will not be charged gate fees if attending Sleepy Hollow at France Park.

Halloween Pumpkin Carving Party Saturday, Oct. 18 & 25 From 5-8 p.m., Upgrades Training Center will be holding a pumpkin carving party. Pumpkins will be available and young and old can create their own jack-o-lantern with our tools, templates and helpers. No mess for you to clean up! Come and go as you please during the times allotted. We will have spooky refreshments available. Each participant receives: 1 pumpkin of his or her choice, help with cleaning, designing and carving, 1 apron to use, 1 candle. $10 per person. 109 S. 5th St.

Pinterest Project: Halloween Tin Lanterns Thursday, Oct. 23 This workshop includes everything you need to create these adorable tin can lanterns! Participants will create one large (coffee can) lantern and two small (canned goods) Halloween themed lanterns. Many patterns and designs to choose from. Hot cider and coffee provided. Sign up at www.upgradestrainingcenter.com/sign-up.html Cost is $25.

Haunted History at the Cass County Historical Society Museum Friday, Oct. 24 Saturday, Oct. 25 Is the museum haunted? You decide! Special exhibits include the 1924 Bassler Murders, An Accidental Poisoning and Dead Woman’s Hollow.

Not recommended for children under 5 years old.

Suggested donation only $5 per family! 1-7 p.m.

Festival & Pumpkin Run at Ivy Tech Community College Saturday, Oct. 25 Everything from a costume contest to pumpkin decorating to a Halloween magic show is planned when the Ivy Tech Community College Logansport Campus hosts its third annual fall festival. The festival, set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the campus at 1 Ivy Tech Way, includes the Autism Society of Indiana’s annual Pumpkin Run. Entry to the fall festival is $5 and includes all the festival activities – pumpkin decorating, chili cook-off, face painting and hair

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coloring, bake sale, games, magic show, costume contest, cornhole competition and music. A separate $5 fee will cover participation in the Pumpkin Run, whose proceeds will support the work of the Autism Society of Indiana.

Trunk N Treat & Harvest Celebration at Webb Chapel UMC Saturday, Oct. 25 Trunks full of treats, games, and food!! Come dressed up!! 5-7 p.m.

BOO-Fest at Riverside Park Sunday, Oct. 26 The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department will host BOO-Fest. from 1-3 pm. at Riverside Park. The highlight of the afternoon will be the Monster Mash costume contest @ 1 p.m. All kids are encouraged to dress in costume. Costume awards will be handed out at 1:30 pm. in the McHale Complex Pavilion. Additional activities include Hayrides around the park, Face Painting, with the Logansport High School Berryettes, & a Bounce House which are free made possible through a donation from “Partners For A Drug Free Cass County”. Carousel rides will be $.50 and run from 1-2:30 pm Refreshments are also being served by the Logansport Police Department. for a nominal fee.

Trunks of Treats at River of Life Christian Church Sunday, Oct. 26 River of Life Christian Church, 130 Mall Rd., will be holding a Trunks of Treats from 3:30-5:30 at the church parking lot.

All Saints Trunk or Treat Sunday, Oct. 26 The middle school and high school youth groups of All Saints Catholic Church will be hosting a trunk or treat from 6:15 until 7 p.m. for all toddlers through grade 5 children. There will be games and fun in the Parish Hall and treats along 2nd street!

Chase Center’s Halloween Trick or Treat Game Night Monday, Oct. 27

Chase Center will be having a Halloween Trick or Treat Game Night on from 6-8 p.. We will have games for children to play and our residents will be handing out candy to the children. The first 20 children to come will receive a free coloring book. Please come and enjoy a safe and family friendly night for the children. Costumes are welcome.

Downtown Spooktacular & Elks Halloween Parade Wednesday, Oct. 29 From 4-6 p.m, participating merchants in downtown Logansport will hand out treats to costumed trick-or-treaters during the Downtown Spooktacular, so bring the kids on down! The kids will want to stick around for the annual Elks Halloween Parade immediately following the trick-or-treating – it’s fun for all ages! And be sure to check out the entries in this year’s Scarecrow Row competition, located along Market Street and Broadway.

Downtown Spooktacular participating businesses will be announced in the local media. Look for the Spooktacular signs at participating locations.

For more information, contact Logan’s Landing at 574-722-9345 or lldirector@loganslanding.com.

HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS The following safety tips are recommended by the Center for Missing and Exploited Children and the Logansport Police Department: • Don’t let children go “Trick or Treating”

Trick or Treat Hours in Logansport Thursday, Oct. 30 Friday, Oct. 31 Those wishing to receive trick or treaters should leave a porch or outdoor light burning from 6-8 p.m.

Trunk ‘N Treat at Royal Center UMC Thursday, Oct. 30 Come in your costumes and enjoy lots of goodies from 6-7:30 p.m.

Woodbridge Haunted Hallway Thursday, Oct. 30 WoodBridge will be hosting Haunted Hallway from 6:30-8 p.m. Please bring the family to experience the” Haunted Hallway” and then trick or treat our residents all in a safe and warm environment!

Pumpkin Roll & Stroll at the Panhandle Pathway Friday, Oct. 31 Registration at 8 a.m., Pumpkins Roll/Stroll at 9 a.m.

Prizes for the winner or each age bracket. Costume contest. Snacks provided. $10 entrace fee. $15 entrance fee and tee-shirt. Help support your Pioneer Jr. Sr High School Student Council. Pre-register at http://phs.pioneer.k12.in.us

alone. Older children should use the BUDDY SYSTEM & adults should accompany young children.

•Children should be cautioned never to approach any vehicle, occupied or not, unless they know the owner and are accompanied by a parent.

• Children should be cautioned never to enter any home without prior permission from their parents.

• Accompany young children to the door of every house they approach.

• Make sure all children carry a glow stick or flashlight and wear reflective clothing.

• Make sure all costumes are made of flame-resistant material & if the child is wearing a facemask make sure they can see & breathe properly.

• Do not allow children to approach homes that

Walton BooFest Friday, Oct. 31 Meet at the American Legion in Walton for the Parade at 5 p.m. and then go to the Walton Library for BooFest 2014 which runs until 7 p.m.! Several local businesses will have booths and prizes. There will also be prizes for costumes.

1031 Kids Fest at Lifegate Church Friday, Oct. 31 Bring your family to this fun packed night of excitement, entertainment, and memory making!

Carnival games for all ages, Free food, Inflatables, An abundance of candy, music, illusions, incredible prize drawings, and more! The event is completely free, but we are asking for dry food donations at the door to help stock community Thanksgiving baskets and to assist a local food pantry. 6-8:30 p.m.

Halloween at the State Theatre Friday, Oct. 31 Scarecrowe and Steve Michaels perform LIVE on the State Theatre stage, followed by a FREE screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic “Psycho!”

do not have their porch light on.

• Parents should inspect all treats and dispose of anything that has been opened and does not have a wrapping.

Police should be notified if something has been tampered with.

• Children should be instructed to scream or make a scene if anyone tries to grab them or make them go with them.

•Children should be cautioned to stay away from people who try to lure them with “special treats.”

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Hosting holiday festivities?

Craft shows, Thanksgiving meals, holiday open houses and more are already popping up on CassCountyCalendar.com. The holidays will be here before we know it. Add your event today.

Oct. 20 Volunteer callout meeting

The American Red Cross would like to invite anyone 15 years and older interested in becoming a volunteer with the Red Cross to attend a volunteer call-out meeting. 6-8 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community College Logansport campus.

children from Cass County. In 2013 the world’s record was set with 2,462,860 children from all over the world. If your preschool or daycare would like to be a part of this event, please call 574-753-6383.

On that same day a celebration for all children will be at the library from 4 to 6 p.m. There will be Bunny Cakes activities and FUN for the whole family!

Oct. 21 REad for the Record

Oct. 21 CANDIDATE FORUM

The Logansport Cass County Public Library will be participating in the 2014 Read for the Record. Children’s librarians will be joining with the Jumpstart organization as we try and break a world’s record by reading Bunny Cakes by Rosemary Wells to as many

League of Women Voters of Cass County will present a candidate forum for the contested races at 7 p.m. in the Ivy Tech Community Room.

Oct. 21 ROCK THE POLLS

Four bands, one mission: to get out the vote. 7:3010:30 p.m. at the State Theatre. $10. Cash bar by Amelio’s. Presented by Friends of Mark Leeman for Prosecutor.

Oct. 26 BRET MICHAELS AT MCHALE PAC

Performing Arts Council of Logansport presents Bret Michaels, 7 p.m. at McHale PAC. Tickets $40 at the McHale Box Office.

“There’s nothing to do in this town” maybe you just haven’t looked. www.casscountycalendar.com

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Theater hosting one year anniversary celebration Oct. 24-31 Mary Max Cinemas has enjoyed its first year in Logansport and is celebrating its anniversary with a week of special events and discounted movies for the community Oct. 24-31.

Oct. 25 marks the official one-year anniversary for Mary Max Cinemas Logansport 5. To celebrate this first milestone of many, Mary Max Cinemas is hosting an all-day party with ongoing activities and events for guests of all ages. From noon to 4 p.m., visit the theatre to enjoy a variety of familyfriendly activities, including a bounce house by Roger’s Bounce House, balloon animals courtesy of Twist & Smile Balloons, face painting, as well as $1 hot dogs and $1 sodas. Special movie rates include $3.50 early bird discount for 2D showtimes before noon and $4.50 2D matinees from noon until 6 P.M. The event continues in the evening from 6-8 p.m. Bubba’s Smoke Shack and Buffalo Wild Wings will be offering a variety of food options. Wine will be available for purchase from Indian Trail Wines. 2D movie discounts after 6:00 P.M. this evening are $6.50 for adult admissions and $4.50 senior/youth admissions. Special live music will be performed by the Logansport High School Swing Choir starting at 6:30 p.m.

Additional specials and movie discounts will be offered the week of October 24 -31. Visit www.MaryMaxCinemas.com/anniversary for more details on the anniversary events on Oct. 25 and ongoing deals starting Oct. 24.

Mary Max Cinemas Logansport 5 is located next to Wal-Mart on Lexington Road in Logansport, Indiana. The the-

Oct.29 Fall job fair at ivy tech

atre features digital sound and projection, wall-to-wall screens, 3D capability and riser stadium seating. Further details about Mary Max Cinemas and a complete listing of events, movies, and showtimes can be found at www.marymaxcinemas.com or on Facebook at the Mary Max Cinemas Logansport 5 fan page.

Ivy Tech Logansport invites students, alumni and the public to the 2014 Fall Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Job Fair is free and open to the public. Job seekers should bring their resumes and be prepared to network with employers and nonprofit agencies.

Nov. 1 RUNNING WITH THE LIONS 5K RUN/WALK

Presented by the Lucerne Lions. Preregister by October 20 for $12.00 shirt guaranteed. Register October 21 and after for $15.00 shirt NOT guaranteed.

Mary Max Cinemas Daily Anniversary Specials Race Day registration and check in from 7:30Oct. 24 Oct. 27 8:30 a.m. at the Lucerne Facebook friday Date night Lions Hall. Race starts at Show you’re a fan of Mary Max Cin- 2 2-D admissions after 6 p.m., 2 9 a.m. Fish Fry later that emas and get discounted 2D movie small popcorns and 2 small sodas afternoon. The race will admission. $4.50/matinees before just $20! take place rain or shine.

6 p.m. and $6.50 adult evening No refunds. Call Dirk @ admissions/$4.50 senior and youth Oct. 28 574-643-4225 or email admissions after 6 p.m.

SENIOR DAY radardl@frontier.com to Al seniors 50 and older receive register.

Oct. 25 $3.50 2D admission all day.

All day party

Noon - 4 p.m. Bounce house, balloon animals for the kids, $1 hotdogs/$1 Pepsi, 2D movie discounts ($3.50 before noon and $4.50 matinees from noon to 6 p.m. From 6-8 p.m. Bubba’s Smoke Shack and Buffalo Wild Wings, plus local wines available for purchase from Indian Trail Wines. 2D movie discounts - $6.50 adult evening and $4.50 senior/youth after 6 p.m. LHS Swing Choir performs.

Oct. 26 SPORTS FAN SUNDAY

Wear any clothing from your favorite sports team for 2D discount admission. $3.50 before noon and $4.50 matinees noon to 6 p.m. $6.50 adult $4.50 youth/senior evening admission.

Oct. 29 BARGAIN DAY

Everyone saves with $3.50 2D admission all day Oct. 30-31 FALL Break FREE MOVIE

Rio 2 (PG) is being shown both mornings at 10 a.m. Doors open at 9 a.m. Admission is FREE to everyone. Bring a canned or dry food item per person to benefit Emmaus Mission Food Pantry. This event is sponsored by Patrick Long State Farm Insurance and Security Federal Savings Bank.

Nov. 1 CAUSE FOR PAWS BENEFIT FISH FRY

Logansport resident scouts Bill Shideler and Jarod Heuer are hosting a Canadian Blue Gill Fish Fry Fundraiser to benefit Cause for Paws who needs to move out of the mall and into a new location. The new space is in need of renovations.

There will also be a bake sale. 4-7 p.m., Calvary Presbyterian Church, $8 adults, $5 kids under 8. Carryout available.

Call Bill Shidler (574) 721-3100, Nancy Moore (574)-889-3495 or Jarod Heuer (574) 732-1146.

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Nov. 1 Royal center fire dept sausage pancake breakfast

6-10 a.m., free will donation. Proceeds go to improve fire station.

Nov. 1 Twelve Mile Fire Department Ham & Bean and CHILI supper

Starts at 4:30 til it’s gone! Dessert is included. Price is a free will donation. All proceeds will go to the repair of trucks and new turn out gear.

Nov. 6 WALTON CHRISTIAN CHURCH MAKE N BAKE AUCTION

Nov. 8 Cass County Roosters Salute to the Armed forces gala

Starts at 5:30 p.m., Auction at 6 p.m.

Lots of food, baked items, and craft items and gift baskets for you to bid on. Refreshments and door prizes. Come enjoy a fun-filled night. Buy a little or buy a lot. Enjoy the fellowship and leave with a smile.

Honoring the National Guard, In Memory of Cpl. Shawn Hensel & Sgt. Kenneth McAninch. 5 p.m. at Angie’s Cakes & Catering. Tickets $15 at Security Federal and Beacon Credit Union.

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2014 Household Hazardous Waste Disposal set for Oct. 25 It is just about time for the biggest single-day event of the year for the Cass County Solid Waste Management District. Tox-Away Day, or Household Hazardous Waste Day, is set for Saturday, October 25th at the Logansport High School Parking Lot. This year it will be on the Berry Bowl side. From nine until noon that day the District will accept many toxic items that you have been wanting to dispose of.

The School Corporation has been a terrific partner to work with as they allow us to use their facilities for this annual collection. This event is for the residential and the farming sector; not for business or industry.

Our vendor, NuGenesis, will accept a wide-variety of items including paints, paint removers, oil, various vehicle fluids, sealing compounds, household cleaners and solvents. Other acceptable items include poisons, pesticides, farm chemicals, and 1-pound propane tanks.

While we will take oil based paints, we prefer that you dispose of your own latex paint. That can be dried out by mixing it with kitty litter, and then placed it in the trash.

I would like to remind residents that we cannot take sharps, ammunition, biological or medical waste, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, or any explo-

sives. The vendor also reserves the right to reject large quantities of unknowns.

There is no charge for Cass County residents to participate in this collection, but donations will be accepted to offset the cost of the program. This is our most expensive event of the year. In fact it is expected to cost close to $12,000 for the three hour collection, and we do not receive any tax dollars.

One thing I would ask is that you do not line up extremely early for this event. NuGenesis has a great deal of equipment that they need to set up in the parking lot, and no cars or trucks will be allowed in until 9:00. Last year there were close to 20 cars in line before 8:00am. This is not necessary. Once the collection begins at 9:00, the average wait should just be a short period of time.

I did have a fantastic time earlier this month at the 5th Grade Field Day that was held at the Izaak Walton League. It was an opportunity to talk with about 200 students about the importance of recycling, and saving natural resources.

Of all the annual events the district takes part in, this is one of the most enjoyable for me.

In the coming weeks, I will be placing the finishing touches on a five year master plan for the Solid Waste Dis-

trict. It will help identify some goals for the upcoming years, and some of the challenges as well. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to contact me at the district office either by phone or e-mail (574-732-9253 or bob.ehle@ co.cass.in.us). High on the list of challenges is attempting to expand our programming, when the revenue we receive is considerably less than it was a decade ago.

One area we have been able to expand is our collection of electronics.

Through the last pickup from RecycleForce, we have collected over 101,380 pounds of e-waste in 2014. That compares with about 48,000 pounds all of last year. That’s a lot of TV’s and computers! I would expect that to reach about 115,000 pounds by the end of the year, and hopefully an even greater number in 2015.

Again, don’t forget about HHW Day on Saturday, October 25th from 9-Noon at the Logansport High School Parking Lot. So load up your car or truck and bring us the household chemicals, and Jim Parker’s crew from NuGeneis will make sure they are disposed of properly.

Bob Ehle, Jr. Director, Cass County Solid Waste Management District

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Nov. 8 DODGE, DUCK & DONATE DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT

Big Brothers Big Sisters is hosting the 2nd Annual Dodge, Duck & Donate Dodgeball Tournament .

The entry fee is $90 per team (a team consists of 6 players). The tournament will be begin at 9 a.m., and will be held at Columbia Elementary and Middle School gyms. Registration packets are available at www.bbbscass.org. There will be a Middle School Division and a HighSchool/Adult Division. Prizes will be awarded for Champions, 2nd Place Team, Best Dressed Team, and Highest Fundraising Team.

Nov. 8 VETERAn’S DAY AT THE GRISSOM AIR MUSEUM

“Special Musical Guest at 10 a.m., donuts and coffee, lunch items at noon. Special presenters in the hall.

Nov. 8 PURSE Palooza

A Fun Purse Buying Experience (and much more!)

5-8 p.m. at Ivy Tech Logansport Campus. • Hundreds of new and gently used children’s, teens’ and ladies’ purses for sale, Presentation of 2014 Empowering Women Award to Betsy Beatty at 6 p.m. Many other retailers/merchants related to women, Door Prizes galore, Indiana Trails Winery wine tasting, Light Refreshments. Tickets $2 pre-sale or $3 at the door. Contact Cass County Resource Network at 574.753.3533. All Proceeds will be used to improve Cass County womens’ and families’ financial stability.

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Nov. 9 Princess ball

LHS Cafeteria, Enter through door 5. from 3-5 p.m.

All Ages Welcome. Wear your prince or princess attire! For Tickets, Call (574)753-0441 Ext. 2231 or Contact LHS Music Booster Board Member Tickets can also be purchased at the door. $10 Single, $20 Couple.

Nov. 9 Indiana wesleyan university chorale

IWU Chorale presents Disney in Logansport 6 p.m. at McHale Performing Art Center $10 tickets available at McHale PAC and Logansport Church of the Brethren 574-753-6841 Sponsored by Logansport Church of the Brethren.

NOv. 13 & 14 Holly Bazaar

Enjoy a holiday shopping experience at the Mary Dykeman Guild’s annual Holly Bazaar. Thursday, Nov. 13 from 4-7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 14 from 8-5 p.m.

Logansport Memorial Hospital Medical Office Building East. The Holly Bazaar is also on the Home Tour Sunday, Nov. 16 from 1-5 p.m.

Nov. 16 Delta Theta Chi Sorority ‘Homes For The Holiday’ Home Tour

Featuring the homes of Mike and Janet Rans, Bill and Cathy Fawcett, Richard and Darcus Zicafoose, Steve and Robyn Hoheimer , Upscales Barn Sales, Upgrades Training Center, Holly Bazaar at Logansport Memorial Hospital . $10.00 presale or $15 at door. Tickets available Susan’s Corner Cupboard or any sorority sister. 1-5 p.m.

Nov. 16 BIRTH OF A CITY: DVD Screening

A special screening of the DVD of “Birth of a City,” which was originally performed live at McHale Performing Arts Center in December 2013, celebrating the 175th birthday of Logansport. DVDs will be available for sale at the theatre with all proceeds going to the Cass County Historical Society. After the show, there will be a Q&A with the show’s creators!

Tickets are general admission and just $5! 4-7 p.m. at the State Theatre.

FAR LEFT: Lewis Cass celebrated the completion of the band’s new Annex building on Oct. 16. The 138 member band can practice inside the facility, which also offers storage space. The band will march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in 2015.

MIDDLE: Elena Doke shared these photos from the Fire Prevention Week kickoff and says: “My kids love riding the fire trucks.. thanks to the Logansport Fire Department for doing this every year!!”

ABOVE: Todd Miller captured incredible footage after the fire at Inntiquity Inn using this drone.

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