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Records set in Twelve Mile 500 qualifying
A pair of records were set in qualifications for the Twelve Mile 500 Lawnmower Riding Race time trials at Plank Hill Park on Sunday, June 8.
A record number of 53 racers participated in the qualifications. And for the first time ever, a driver won the pole for both the modified race and the Briggs race. John Troyer, Denver, pulled off the double pole position feat.
A total of 36 mowers qualified for the Briggs race with only 33 places available. Plans are in the works for a 10-lap qualifier race for the 33rd position. More mowers are expected to qualify on race day on July 4.
Youth league looking for ‘old timers’
To celebrate the 50th year anniversary of Crain Field, Logansport Youth Baseball is currently seeking anyone who played or coached Little League Baseball in Logansport between 1955 and 1975.
Players, coaches and all those associated during this timeframe are invited to participate or be recognized at an "Old Timers Game" to be held July 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Fairview Park prior to the fireworks display.
Teams are being formed for a fun-filled game with plenty of on-field antics. Players, coaches, batboys and others are needed.
To sign-up or for more information please contact Steve Clary at 753-5742, Jim Crain at 721-0977 or Mike Almon at 709-8831 or at mialmon@comcast.net.
Race for Grace set for June 28
The 11th-annual Race for Grace 5K run/walk will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday, June 28 at Calvary Presbyterian Church.
The registration fee is $12 before June 28 or $15 on the day of the race. All participants will receive a T-shirt designed by Danielle Howard, a student at Pioneer Junior-Senior High School.
There are 13 age categories ranging from 10-and-under to 70-and-over. An awards ceremony will follow the race in Bigler Hall in the church.
The 2008 Race for Grace is dedicated to the memory of Sam Williamson who died on April 26 after a courageous struggle with cancer. Sam was an avid runner in this community for years.
Registration forms are available at the Cass County Family Y or may be downloaded from the church website: www.calvarypc.org. For more information, call (574) 753-0505.
Area Five Agency golf scramble set
The 17th-annual Area Five Agency golf scramble has been set for Wednesday, June 25 at Logansport Golf Club.
Lunch and registration will be held at noon with a shotgun start following at 1 p.m.
Teams consist of four players with a combined handicap of 44 or more. There’s a limit of one player per team with a handicap of eight or less.
For more information, contact Michelle LoCoco at (574) 722-4451.
28th Iron Horse Run/Walk scheduled
The 28th-annual Iron Horse Run/Walk has been scheduled for Saturday, July 12.
This race is a 4-mile run/four-mile competitive walk and a one-mile fitness event.
The race starts promptly at 8 a.m. at the Cass County Family YMCA. Register now at the Cass County Family YMCA or go to www.active.com to register.
The cost for the run/walk is $15 if postmarked on or before July 6. If after the 6th, the cost is $20. Post race picnic and awards will follow the race. There will also be music and door prizes along with the awards.
For more information, contact Stacy Lods at (574) 753-5141.
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McMurray is the man
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The St. Andrews Experience
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McNulty reflects on journey
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Montoya wins pole for Brickyard 400
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Fawley ‘on top of the world’ after winning gold
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Logan’s Vojtasek earns spot on Pacemates’ roster
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Sims to lead Cass girls hoops program
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Fawley, Team Indiana looking for aquatics gold at Special Olympics
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