The Logansport-Cass County area is full of people willing to volunteer to help make their community a better place to live. Case in point: Live United Day.
One project was near and dear to my heart; the Fairview Elementary playground project. Having spent nearly 3 ½ years raising money for the new playground equipment and surfacing, we still needed to complete the project by installing all the equipment on our property.
Enter Josh Hopper, Matt Lewellen, Paul Linback, and Jim Cook. With unstoppable determination and perseverance, these gentlemen organized, planned, and worked to make our dream of a new playground a reality. Mere thank yous really do not do them justice. Not only were these men instrumental in seeing this project come to fruition, but many other individuals and organizations jumped on board to support this worthwhile cause. Steinberger Construction, IMI Concrete, Logan Savings Bank, Noon Kiwanis, Rotary, Angie’s Catering and Cakes, the Logansport Community School Corporation maintenance crew, The Andersons, Century Career Center, Fairview Elementary staff and PTG and countless individual students, parents and donors were all part of why Logansport is a great place to work and live.
Dreams really do come true, and thanks to these amazing visionaries, our playground is proof of it!
Chris Hess, principal, Fairview Elementary School
Letters
PUBLIC FORUM: Volunteers make dream come true
- Letters
-
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Minimize our risk before making bet
A Logansport letter-writer calls a local proposal to generate energy from refuse-derived fuels a risky gamble.
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Thanks for making event a success
A Big Brothers, Big Sisters representative is grateful for the community's support in a recent fundraiser.
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Mayor tells residents of positive change
When the residents of Logansport elected me as their new mayor in November 2011, it was truly an honor.
Our city was battling back from a devastating loss of 1,500 jobs in five years, a recession that wasn’t letting up on the household income of our residents, a divided fire protection commitment in our county and an overall sense of loss in our community. -
PUBLIC FORUM: Say thank you during National Nurses Week
Having an unsuspected or immediate need for medical attention can be a traumatic event for just about any person. In our current healthcare system, there are entirely too many unknowns.
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Thanks for making the baseball season happen
With spring and warmer weather (finally!), brings another baseball season. The board and managers/coaches at Logansport Youth Baseball have been extremely busy over the past two years renovating both our fields to provide a quality atmosphere for our players and fans who support our league.
- PUBLIC FORUM: We need more jobs in Indiana and nation
- PUBLIC FORUM: Lincoln Day dinner a big success for Republicans
- PUBLIC FORUM: Thanks for caring about downtown Logansport
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Direction is the best option presented
Logansport is facing a serious problem with our current coal-fired generation plant. New EPA regulations will require millions of dollars to upgrade or shut down. The city and LMU have been exploring options to provide a solution to this looming problem.
-
PUBLIC FORUM: 95 percent an inflated estimate
Who is going to protect us from higher electric rates in the future?
- More Letters Headlines
-
PUBLIC FORUM: Minimize our risk before making bet
Looking for Love? Take the Prague Metro
Crews Race to Find Survivors of Okla. Twister
First Person: Baby Falcons on a New York Bridge
Oklahoma: Images of Devastation, Reunion
Reunited Dad, Son: 'We Just Praise God'
Slow Pokes: Acupuncture Helps Sick Turtles
Moore, Okla. City of Reunions, Tears After Storm
Former IRS Chief: Can't Say How List Happened
Gov. Fallin: Okla. Facing Horrific Disaster
Tim Cook Defends Apple's Tax Accounting
AP Photograher: 'It Was a Miracle' They Got Out
Raw: Crews Search for Survivors of Okla. Tornado
Raw: Tearful Reunion After Okla. Tornado
OKC Hospital Describes Treating Tornado Wounded
Obama Pledges Urgent Aid for Tornado Victims
Raw: Massive Funnel Clouds in Oklahoma
