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The newspaper you’re holding in your hands got its start 10 years ago, when I designed and printed the first issue of a free, monthly Spanish newspaper for our community. I’ve always envisioned our publications as a way

for people to find out more about what’s going on in our community, and I’ve always had even grander visions for how they could evolve. Looking back at what I was doing in October 2002, we’ve come a long way! By the time I sit down to write this column next month, we’ll know who our next president and other elected officials will be, and the Christmas lights will prob-ably be up downtown. Time flies! An article I read when I first got involved

in the local publishing landscape a decade ago talked about how Logan’s Landing was working to address the issue of empty buildings downtown. Today, they’re accept-ing the 2012 Indiana Main Street Design of Downtown Public Improvements Award for the pocket park on Market Street. People are working harder than ever to make this community better than ever and I’m proud to be able to help share their good news through Cass County Communication Network. It’s election season, and it seems there’s no escaping the political ads focusing on the economy and on job creation. As we move into the holiday season, we’ll be celebrating some local “job creators” — the local merchants whose stores are a part of what makes our hometown so special. Cass County Communication Network will be highlighting products available locally next month in our 2012 Gift List and we invite all local businesses to share a gift idea with us by Nov. 1. In October 2002, I would never have guessed that we’d be sending out text message alerts when there’s an emergency or using Facebook to help reunite lost pets with their owners. I’m proud to call Logansport home and even prouder that I’ve been able to start a business here that lets me go to work and do what I love every day So here’s to the next decade of Cass County Communication Network and all the great things in store! Thanks for making Cass County Communi-cation Network your source for local news and information!

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Election 2012

PRESIDENT & VICE PRESIDENT• Mitt Romney Paul Ryan (R) • Barack Obama* Joe Biden (D) • Gary Johnson James P. Gray (L)

U.S. SENATOR• Richard E. Mourdock (R) • Joe Donnelly (D)• Andrew (Andy) Horning (L)

GOVERNOR & LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR• Mike Pence Sue Ellspermann (R)• John R. Gregg Vi Simpson (D)• Rupert Boneham Brad Klopfenstein (L)

ATTORNEY GENERAL• Greg Zoeller (R)* • Kay Fleming (D)

SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION• Tony Bennett (R)*• Glenda Ritz (D)

U.S. REPRESENTATIVECONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 4Todd Rokita (R) Tara Nelson (D)Benjamin Gehlhausen (L)

STATE SENATORDISTRICT 18Randall Head (R)*

STATE REPRESENTATIVEDISTRICT 23(Precincts - Adams, Bethlehem, Miami, Jackson, Galveston, Noble S., Noble City, Clay Twp, Eel Twp.)• William C. Friend (R)* • Kerry (Worly) Worthington (D)

DISTRICT 25(Precincts - Boone, Harrison, Jefferson, Noble N)• Donald J. Lehe (R)* • Shane Evans (D)

DISTRICT 38(Precincts — Deer Creek, Tipton I and II, Clinton, Washington) • Heath VanNatter (R)*

JUDGE OF ThE CIRCUIT COURT 29Th CIRCUIT• Douglas A. Cox (R) • Leo T. Burns (D)*

JUDGE OF ThE SUPERIOR COURT CASS, COURT 2Rick Maughmer (R)*

CLERk OF ThE CIRCUIT/SUPERIOR COURTBeth Liming (R)*

COUNTY AUDITORVaneen M. Ide (R)*COUNTY TREASURERKathy Adair (R)*

COUNTY CORONERGeorge Franklin (R)* Randy Rozzi (D)

COUNTY SURVEYORJenny Clark (R)*

CASS COUNTY COmmISSIONER DISTRICT 1(Candidates must live in Adams, Bethlehem, Boone, Clay I, II III, Clay City, Harrison, Jefferson, Noble N & S, Noble City. Voted on by all.)Ralph R. Anderson (R)

DISTRICT 2(Candidates must live in Eel East, Eel West, Logan Precincts 1-16, Miami. Voted on by all.)Jim Sailors (R)* Timothy Banter, Sr. (D)

COUNTY COUNCIL AT LARGE (3 SEATS)(Candidates may live in any precinct. Voted on by all precincts.)Stacey A. Donato (R) George L. Stebbins (R)*Jeffrey E. LeDonne (R)*Terry Homburg (D)Scott Peattie (D)

SChOOL BOARDCASTONDistrict 2: Michaela SlisherDistrict 3: Bruce CressDistrict 4: Gary L. Baumgard-ner Jr.LOGANSPORT District 1: David M. McClureDistrict 3: Mike McCordDistrict 3: Scott B. KraudPIONEER District 1: Sam L. CosgrayDistrict 3: Stephanie WinkelDistrict 5: Lisa A. Kesling Gregory E. LawsonSOUThEASTERNDistrict 1: Mary HartleyDistrict 2: Jack D. Cain Mike ErnyDistrict 5: Ian D. Jay

JUSTICE OF ThE INDIANA SUPREmE COURTShall Justice Steven H. David be retained in office?

JUSTICE OF ThE INDIANA SUPREmE COURTShall Justice Robert D. Rucker be retained in office?

JUDGE OF ThE INDIANA COURT OF APPEALSShall Judge Nancy H. Vaidik be retained in office?

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WhO’S ON CASS COUNTY’S BALLOT?

Absentee VotingIn person at the Cass County Government BuildingMonday-Friday Oct. 8 — Nov. 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.saturdays Oct. 27 & Nov. 3, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.Monday Nov. 5, 9 a.m. - Noon

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Logansport Mall 3900 E. MarketDowntown senior Center 115 S. 6th St.Cass County 4-H Fairgrounds County Road 125 Ngalveston Community Center 101 S. Park Road, GalvestonWalton Fire station 110 S. Depot St.Royal Center town Hall 104 E. North St.twelve Mile Fire station (ELECTION DAY ONLY)6945 N Jefferson

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early VotingThurs. - Sat.Nov. 1, 2 & 310 a.m. - 7 p.m.

election DayTues.Nov. 66 a.m. - 6 p.m

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Turn to us on Tuesday, Nov. 6! Local election results will be posted on www.casscountyonline.com.

Election day is tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012

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

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.


Calendar Fall is here!We’re showcasing fall events on Cass County Calendar! Chicken noodle dinners,

ham and bean suppers, chili cookoffs and more! You’ll find them on Cass-CountyCalendar.com! If your organization is having a fall event, make sure you head to the website and post the details so we can share! Events from local businesses are welcome, too!

Kiwanis Rose DayFriday, oct. 19The Logansport Noon Kiwanis will be having its Annual Rose Day event from noon-6 p.m. at Pizza Hut. Delivery is available with in City Limits. Price for a dozen Roses is $18. Please call Gaby Moore at 574-722-8593 or Dan Laymon at 574-722-1032 to pre-order or stop by the Logansport Pizza Hut.

Logansport HS Speech Team Variety ShowFriday, oct. 19This talent show combines both student talent and even a few surprise faculty acts in an event designed to be fun and a fund raiser for the LHS Speech Team. Tickets will be available at the door. 7 p.m. at McHale PAC.

Ladies Nite Outtuesday, oct. 30 Fundraiser for Emmaus Mission Center, will include light refreshments, Fashion Show of ‘gently’ used clothing, silent auc-tion and bake sale. 6:30-8 p.m. at Calvary Presbyterian Church.

LAA Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead Art Exhibittuesday, oct. 30 — Friday, Nov. 9Annual exhibit celebrating community and focusing on the themes of loss/remembrance, soul/spirit, and family/heritage.The LAA is open Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at 424 Front St.

Salute to the Armed Forces GalaSaturday, Nov. 3Doors open at 5 p.m. with the main program starting at 7 p.m. at Angie’s Catering and Cakes. Come early and enjoy finger foods, drinks and the big band sounds of Tuxedo Junction. This year’s Gala will honor those who have received the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Live and silent auctions. TIckets $15 at Beacon Credit Union, Security Federal, Mid-America Radio. or from any member of the Cass County Roosters.

Lights: The Premier Tribute to JourneySunday, Nov. 4Performing Arts Council of Logansport presents “Lights: The

Premier Tribute to Journey” at 7 p.m. at McHale Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $25-35 and are available at the McHale Box Office.

Career Fair & Military Resource Fairthursday, Nov. 8The Ivy Tech Logansport campus will host a Career Fair for stu-dents, alumni, and the public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. To honor Military Appreciation Week, the Veterans Affairs office at Ivy Tech will have resources available for military and their families.

Cass County Extension Homemakers Annual Craft & Holiday ShowSaturday, Nov. 10Local vendors/crafters, Extension Homemaker crafters, food booth, kid’s crafts area, make it and take it craft area. 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Cass County 4-H Fairgrounds community building. Featured items: baby gifts, kids clothes, aprons, wooden toys, cloth toys, purses, holiday decorations, candy, pies, cookies, baked goods. Breakfast and lunch available.

tHE SalVatIoN arMYThe Salvation Army will hold Christmas As-sistance Signups on Thursday, Oct. 25, Nov. 1 and Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Friday, Oct. 26, Nov. 2 and Nov. 9 from 1-3 p.m.

You must bring the following to apply: • State Photo ID for all adults in household• Current postmarked mail or bill• Social security card for all household members• Birthdates for everyone in household• Proof of income for ENTIRE household THERE WILL BE NO LATE SIGNUPS.

EMMauS MISSIoN Emmaus Mission Center, 805 Spencer Street, will hold their Christmas assistance sign-up October 25 through November 9, Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Requirements include proof of residency (including a photo ID for each adult), proof of income (including proof of aid), proof of family size (SS cards for each person). Those needing assistance may only apply for help from one agency.

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Fall Break CampSwimming, gym games, crafts, movies, snacks and much more on Oct. 25 and 26. Camp hours are 7;30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per day or $35 for both days for members; $30 per day or $45 for both days for non-members. Register by Oct. 24!

Teen Party Anyone in grades 5-9 is welcome to attend from 7-11 p.m. Cost is $5! Teen Party nights will be October 26, Nov. 9, Dec. 7 and Dec. 21.

Halloween at the YCrafts, games, face painting, bounce house and costume contest! FREE! 5-7 p.m. on Oct. 29. 16th annual Turkey Trot Thursday, Nov. 22 at 8 a.m. Registration for 4 mile run is $16 per runner on or before Nov. 18, $20 per runner Nov. 19 and after. learning. Entry fee for 1 mile walk is $8 per walker on or before Nov. 18, $12 per walker Nov. 19 and after. Race Day registration available; $1 of entry fee supports Building Strong Kids Campaign. Check out our fall programs!Kids Arts and Crafts, Cheerleading, Totally Tumbling, Biddy Basketball, Biddy Ballet, Martial Arts, Basketball (all ages); Wallyball, Volleyball, Racquetball Leaguesup

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Cass County Communication Network invites local merchants to join us in encouraging residents to “shop local” this holiday season. Through Nov. 1, 2012, we invite all Cass County businesses and organiza-tions to visit Cass County Online and submit items that you sell that would make great gifts this holiday season. You can submit as many items

as you want, but you must submit a separate entry form for each one. Gift certificates are also welcome! In November, we’ll reveal the products that have made our 2012 Gift List in Cass County INFO. They’ll also be featured on Cass County Online. The deadline to submit your products is 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 1, 2012.

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Celebrating 75!United Way of Cass County is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2012 and each month, we’ll highlight a United Way agency or program. Learn more about United Way agencies, by clicking the 75th anniversary logo on CassCountyOnline.com.

DOUGLAS COX for CIRCUIT JUDGE

A FAMILY MAN for A FAMILY COURT

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Historical Hauntings: Theater in the MuseumFriday, oct. 19 and Saturday, oct. 20The “ghosts” of historic characters come back! The founders, the political, rich, poor, famous, common folk and even the “colorful” characters and scoundrels come to life in the Cass County Historical Society museum, in a most entertaining way! The 2012 cast includes Andrea Perrone as a 1913 Flood Survi-vor; Mike Fincher as Mayor Jordan Vigus; Ralph Anderson as President Abe Lincoln; Becky Harris & Rosemary Weaver as The Patty Ranch Gals of 1880; Valerie Bershire as Mary Jerolaman and a surprise guest actor as Cap Brophy. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Not recommended for children under 5. Enjoy refreshments before entering or after exiting the museum. The show starts at 7 p.m. both nights at the Cass County Historical Society Museum, 1004 E. Market.

Girl Scout Haunted CampSaturday, oct. 20Come enjoy a night of fun and learn more about Girl Scouts. This event is open to all Girl Scouts and their families as well as girls interested in joining and their families. There will be a haunted trail ride, face painting, costume contest, concessions for purchase, crafts, games and prizes. If you preregister by Oc-tober 12, 2012, you will receive a Free Fun patch. Cost is $5 per child and $1 per accompanying adult. Adults must accompany their children. The event runs from 5-8 p.m. at the Girl Scout Camp, 303 E. Clay St.

BOO-Fest at Riverside Park Sunday, oct. 21

The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department will host BooFest from 1-3 p.m. at Riverside Park. Monster Mash Costume Contest, hayrides, Berryettes Face Painting and Bounce House .Carousel rides will be $.50. BOO-Fest is being co-sponsored by the Logansport Parks Department, the

Cass County Dentzel Carousel, the Logansport Police Department and the Logansport Berryettes.

Trunk-Or-Treat at Church of ChristSunday, oct. 21TRUNK OR TREAT time again at Church of Christ at Logansport !! 4 to 7p.m and it’s all FREE! Everyone welcome! Costumes are welcome, too ! (Please; no scary costumes due to the high number of small children frightened by them.) Free meal, hayrides, games and more. South of Logansport on SR 29.

Ivy Tech Fall Festival Fun DaySaturday, oct. 27The Ivy Tech Logansport Student Government Association is sponsoring a Fall Festival Fun Day from noon to 4 p.m. on the campus grounds. Activities include a chili cook off, bake sale, Halloween costume contest for kids and adults, corn hole, kids’ games, food and much more. 25 cent tickets sold at gage.To enter a team in the chili cook off (no entry fee), please contact Greg Spence at 574-753-5101, ext. 2141.

Halloween with The Barnstar Sharks at The Neighborhood Tavern Saturday, oct. 27 21+ Halloween party with cash prizes for the costume contest, drink specials, Halloween giveaways, live music. Free, no cover! 10 p.m. -1 a.m., 324 Wilkinson St.

Boo! Run! Run! 5k Fun Run-WalkSaturday, oct. 27This race starts and ends at the Logansport Art Association, 424 Front St. Race starts at 9 a.m. with registration from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Participants are encouraged to dress in costume! Family Fall Festival with refreshments, games and arts and crafts after the race from 10 a.m. to noon.

Trunks of Treats PartySunday, oct. 28 River of Life Christian Church, 130 Mall Rd., will be holding a Trunks of Treats party for all children from 4-6 p.m.

Downtown Spooktacular & Elks Halloween ParadeMonday, oct. 29Logan’s Landing invites you to trick or treat downtown from 4-6 p.m., then stay and show off your costume in the annual Elks Halloween parade at 6 p.m.

Halloween at the Cass County Family YMCAMonday, oct. 29Come celebrate Halloween at the Cass County Family YMCA!from 5-7 p.m. A fun night filled with crafts, games, food, prizes, a bounce house, face painting and a costume contest.

Trick or Treating in Logansporttuesday, oct. 30 & Wednesday, oct. 31Halloween Trick or Treating for Logansport will be held from 6-8 p.m.

Boo!Fest at Walton Public LibraryWednesday, oct. 31Local merchants and non-profits will be in the Walton Library to give children treats starting at 5:30 p.m.

Have an event you’d like people to know about? Add it to www.casscountycalendar.com!

Here’s the scoop on local Halloween happenings! Be sure to check CassCountyCalendar.com as additional events may be added!

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Each month, we select photos for our “Caught on Camera” pages from those that our fans have posted on our Facebook pages or submitted online, as well as those that we’ve captured through our own lenses at various community events. To submit a photo, post it on our wall at facebook.com/casscountycalendar.

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LEFT: Fun at Riverside Park during the Fire Prevention Week Kickoff on Oct. 7 — Photo submitted by Elena Doke.

BELOW: New Waverly Firemen at the Home Depot Safety Days program on Oct. 6 — Photo submitted by Rick Woodall

The inaugural Pumpkin Run for Autism in memory of Niki Savin brought several hundred people out on a chilly fall morning to watch as children of all ages rolled pumpkins down Jefferson Hill to raise money for autism awareness. We spotted Com-munity Development Director Chris Armstrong and her husband, Gary; Sam Fawley and Kevin Callaghan volunteering for Special Olympics, and Dawn and Sarah Fisher racing pumpkins. —Photos by Michelle Dials for Cass County Communication Network.Thousands of volunteers

made a difference in our community on Live United Day, Sept. 21, including groups from Ivy Tech (left), A Raymond Tinnerman (middle) and the Logansport HS Speech Team (bottom) Photos by Phill Dials, Linda Benedict Hoffman and Michelle Laird Dials.

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