Election issueYOUR GUIDE FOR TRICKS, TREATS & VOTING IN CASS COUNTY

LOGANSPORT | INDIANA

OCTOBER 15 — NOVEMBER 12, 2010 LOGANSPORT | INDIANA

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Through the Cass County Commu-nication Network, we try to promote a variety of events and activities that take place in the commu-nity, and nothing brings

a group of people together more so than sports.

As a former athlete and avid sports fan, I took it upon myself to begin local high school sports coverage. The first step was to list all athletic events on www.casscounty-calendar.com. Whether you’re a student

looking for evening plans, a parent keeping track of their kids’ games, or just a diehard sports fanatic, you can find out who is play-ing and when on any night of the week. Next I began attending events and snap-ping some photos. The first sports event I went to was a Logansport volleyball match. I went home, uploaded a few photos from the game to our Facebook page, and the next day, several of the ath-letes had tagged themselves and commented on the photos. I thought to myself, “Wow. It would have been nice if Facebook existed when I was a high school athlete.”

Since I was getting some good feedback on the photos, I took it a step further. I contacted Greg Fisher, Logansport High School Athletic Director, and asked if the Cass County Communication Network could be added to the list to receive sportsresults. After he approved, I went home, sat down at my computer and created an inter-active sports scoreboard to be displayed on casscountyonline.com, where you can find scores and a brief recap of each sport’s latest match or game.

See SCORE on page 11.

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When someone gives you a gift, the polite thing to do is to say thank you. Recently, we received word that Logansport was awarded a one mil-lion dollar grant to be

used toward completion of the Eel River Run Trail.

That should have warranted a pretty big thank you. Instead, it incited anger in some — how could we accept a million dollars for a trail

when we’re talking about cutting public safety and charging people to pick up their trash? It seems like everyone has some idea about how we could or should use the money. After all, “those are our tax dollars.” But that’s not how grants work. It’s true that a lot of grant money does come from tax dollars. But grants are similar to scholarships in that they’re awarded for specific things. If you’re going to school for veterinary medicine, you probably wouldn’t apply for a music scholarship, (unless you

were a double major, of course.) Just like students compete for scholar-ships, communities compete for the grant funding that’s available. Various agencies and organizations find out what grants are available, then they figure out which ones their projects might be eligible for, write grants and apply for them. Our communities have received a variety of grants as part of the Community Devel-opment Block Program.

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“We could have used that money for ...”

I hear it all the time, “Wal-Mart sucks.” (Full disclosure: I used to work at Walmart.) It is really a shame. The most frustrating aspect of this claim is that the only real support typically offered

is that Walmart takes away from local business. That, I cannot dispute. However, there are many good things to be said about Walmart, and even more relevantly, our new Walmart here in Cass County. The fact of the matter is, what Walmart takes away from business, it gives back to the community. At the opening ceremony for the new Walmart on Mall Road, there was a brief presentation of checks of various

amounts, ranging from $500 to $2,000. They went to organizations that give back to the community. Some recipients were the Salvation Army, The Logansport Police Department, and LEDF for their new GED program; this day of charity barely skims the surface. This is something that needs acknowledgement. With the new Walmart came new jobs. Approximately 150 new positions have been created since the construction of the new store began. With those jobs, Logansport’s Walmart now employs 320 people in Cass County and the surrounding area. These people are eligible for many benefits includ-ing medical coverage, stock options, and vacation allowances. This is something that needs acknowledgment. Now to those people who complain; to

those people who are intimidated, I propose a challenge. Think smarter. If you find yourself under fire as a busi-ness owner, market to your audience. Give incentives for consumers to go into your store and shop locally. If you are a die-hard local shopper, be a die-hard local shopper. Don’t forget we have a local grocery store, and a place where we can buy our water softener salt locally. And I ask everyone to remember what has happened here. Another business has invested in Logansport. What more can we ask? Please e-mail me with questions or com-ments at tony@cassnetwork.com, or give me a call anytime at 765-430-4896!

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The City of Logansport will unveil the design plans for a new north-south corridor along 18th St. from US 35 to Broadway later this month. Providing for a safer and quicker flow of traffic is one of several objectives officials from the City of Logansport have discussed in public forums with residents since October 2009. The city has held several meetings to gather feedback about the community’s needs. Plan designs will address key elements such as transportation and land use. Also on the agenda is the economic development of the area, highlighting how an improved streetscape will identify 18th St. as a welcoming gateway into Logansport, not only for residents but also for visitors and prospective businesses. American Structurepoint, Inc., the consultant hired to assist in the plan, will present the final multi-phase project, giving attendees the opportunity to speak directly with the steering committee members and project staff about the corridor plan and review plan details. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 20 in the community room at Ivy Tech Community College.

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

• DO NOT rake leaves onto the catch basins.• Loose leaves should

be placed as close to the street as possible, but NOT in the street.

• NO loose leaves will be picked up in the alley.• DO NOT mix limbs with loose leaves. • DO NOT place leaves in plastic bags — they WILL NOT be picked up by the Street Department.• Those who wish to bag their leaves may do so using brown paper

biodegradable yard waste bags, placed at the normal trash pickup

site. They will be picked up on your normal trash pickup day by the Street Department. • As a rule, brush piles WILL NOT be picked up during leaf pick up season.A start date has yet to be determined when the official leaf collection season will begin. Watch CassCountyOnline.com for details!

River Bluff Run Raises FundsLogansport Memorial Hospital Foundation hosted two hundred runners and walkers for its annual River Bluff Run and Fun Walk Saturday, Oct. 9. This year’s event placed breast cancer awareness in the

spotlight and raised $3,000.

"Dancing With Our Stars" DVD now available Logan’s Landing’s first “Dancing With Our Stars” event on Oct. 2 grossed more than $46,000. Proceeds will be used for the Downtown Arts District, to be enjoyed by all residents and visitors. For those who were unable to at-tend the event, or who wish to have a permanent keepsake, DVDs of the event will be available for $15 each. Contact Logan’s Landing at 574-722-9345 or lldirector@logan-slanding.com to place your order.

New store open for businesslogansport’s new Walmart opened for business with much fanfare on Wednesday, oct. 13. eight associates who’ve worked at the store since its original opening in 1989 were on hand to help cut the ribbon. the store features a full line of groceries, including a bakery and deli, and more than 30 merchandise departments. leased areas include a smartstyles Family hair salon and a subway restaurant. convenience services include a pharmacy with two drive-through lanes, digital photo processing center and Walmart connect center. the 152,000 square foot store features a number of environmentally-friendly features in its design, including 194 skylights and led lighting. the cement used in the concrete flooring is made with recycled materials, and the floor’s finish reduces the need for chemical cleaners. low-flow toilets and faucets reduce the water used in the bathrooms. the new store also operates a recycling program and will promote sustainable product purchases. it’s open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 240 mall rd.

Did you know?on opening day, the Walmart Foundation presented grants totalling $5,500 to the following local organizations:• The Salvation Army, • Cass County Family ymca, • VFW Post 3790, • Logansport High school music Boosters, • Emmaus Mission center, • Logansport Police department • Logansport Economic development Foundation.

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ABSENTEE VOTING Cass County Government Building200 Court ParkLogansport• Through Oct. 29 Monday — Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Saturday, Oct. 23 Saturday, Oct. 30 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Monday, Nov. 1 9 a.m. - NoonA photo ID is required.

VOTE CENTERS: • Thursday, Oct. 28 - Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.• Election Day November 2, 2010 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. A photo ID is required.

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gAlvESTON COMMuNITy CENTER101 S Park Rd., galveston

wAlTON FIRE STATION 110 Depot St., walton

lOgANSPORT MAll3900 E Market St., logansport

6TH ST. SENIOR CENTER 115 6th St., logansport

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

Q. What’s a midterm election?A. They occur in the middle of a president’s term.

Q. Is there somewhere I can check my voter registration?

The Indiana Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) Public Information Site, www.indianavoters.com, is where voters can confirm their voter registration, check their polling place and see who’s on the ballot, as well as finding information about how to vote absentee.

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UNITED STATES SENATORdan coats (republican)

rebecca sink-Burris (libertarian)

Brad ellsworth (democrat)

SECRETARY OF STATEcharlie White (republican)

mike Wherry (libertarian)

vop osili (democrat)

AUDITOR OF STATEtim Berry (republican)

eric Knipe (libertarian)

sam locke (democrat)

TREASURER OF STATErichard e. mourdock (r)

Pete Buttigieg (d)

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 2Jackie Walorski (republican)

mark vogel (libertarian)

Joe donnelly (democrat)

STATE REPRESENTATIVE 16th DISTRICTdouglas l.Gutwein (r)

Bill reutebuch (d)

STATE REPRESENTATIVE 24TH DISTRICTrichard W. “rich” mcclain (r)

timothy J. Banter, Jr. (d)

JUDGE OF THE CASS COUNTY suPerior court i

thomas c. Perrone (d)

PROSECUTING ATTORNEY 29TH JUDICIAL COURTKevin s. enyeart (r)

COUNTY RECORDERtrish Williams (r)

COUNTY SHERIFFrandy Pryor (republican)

don ulery (independent)

randy rozzi (democrat)

COUNTY ASSESSORcathy isaacs (r)

COUNTY COMMISSIONER 3RD DISTRICTdave arnold (r)

COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1Brent Kelley (r)

COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2Grover c. Bishop (r)

dennis l. Grogg, sr. (d)

COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3James m. david (r)

thomas e. (tom) anders, Jr. (d)

COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4Brian reed (r)

ADAMS TOWNSHIPTRUSTEEray staller (r)

ADVISORY BOARDFred W. easter (r)

Frederick e. skinner (r)

robert F. skinner (r)

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEmarilyn liming (r)

ADVISORY BOARDtim cowell (r)

alan liming (r)

dale l. skinner (r)

BOONE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEErobert J. (Bob) Pifer (r)

ADVISORY BOARDmary lou Foerg (r)

lowell e. (Goat) Goltry (r)

rebecca P. Groff (r)

CLAY TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEdavid Kain (r)

ADVISORY BOARDcharles J. harmon (r)

George l. stebbins (r)

thomas K. Weatherwax (r)

CLINTON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEduane deitrich (r)

ADVISORY BOARDdallas appleton (r)

Gary m. chambers (r)

daryl deitrich (r)

DEER CREEK TOWNSHIP TRUSTEErobert l. (Bob) Peter (d)

ADVISORY BOARDdale e. Forgey (r)

William G. Fouts (r)

John h. hardy (r)

EEL TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEc. tom Knepper (r)

Kerry “Worly” Worthington (d)

ADVISORY BOARDcarol sue hayworth (r)

david l. Klinck (d)

sharon K. Kain (r)

david oresik (d)

thomas l. Keplar (r)

HARRISON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEcatherine cree (r)

ADVISORY BOARDmarilyn J. carter (r)

Brenda rusk (r)

louis e. Zimmer (r)

JACKSON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEcindy marschand (republican)

ADVISORY BOARDBruce l. Brown (r)

marsha dollar (r)

W. edward (ed) smith (r)

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEGary miller (r)

maurice o. Fuller (d)

ADVISORY BOARDmark W. cotner (r)

craig Kennell (r)

steve temple (r)

MIAMI TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEKyle anderson (r)

ADVISORY BOARDtim Buffum (r)

steve russell (d)

Juanita Jackson (republican)

steven l. troxell (republican)

NOBLE TOWNSHIPTRUSTEEBilly Buzbee (r)

scott mcminn (d)

ADVISORY BOARDalbert Busard (r)

edward e. mcKaig, Jr. (r)

ted d. speicher (r)

TIPTON TOWNSHIPTRUSTEEmarcia a. harness (r)

ADVISORY BOARDJames Beechy (r)

Nikki dehaven (r)

linda Winters riley (r)

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEEJames mayhill (r)

ADVISORY BOARDmatt Gremelspacher (r)

tom sailors (r)

charles P. stephenson (r)

ROYAL CENTER TOWN ELECTIONroyal center town council district #2

dave houser (r)

Royal Center Town Council District #3Bert stover (r)

Royal Center Town Council – At Largeclayton Freels (r)

WALTON TOWN ELECTIONWalton town council – at large

Patrick (Pat) Barber (r)

carol s. dutchess (d)

Jeff Brown (r)

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BallotWho's on the

constitutional amendment statewide Public Question #1

“shall ProPerty taXes Be limited For all classes oF ProPerty by amending the constitutionof the state of indiana to do the following: (1) limit a taxpayer’s

annual property tax bill to the following percentages of gross assessed value: (a) 1% for an owner-occupied primary residence (homestead); (B) 2% for residential

property, other than an owner-occupied primary residence, including apartments; (c) 2% for agricultural land; (d) 3% for other real property; and (e) 3% for

personal property. the above percentages exclude any property taxes imposed after being approved by the voters in a referendum. (2) specify that the General

assembly may grant a property tax exemption in the form of a deduction or credit and exempt a mobile home used as a primary residence to the same extent as real

property?”

Public Questions

Did you know?“Who’s On Your Ballot?” is an online tool, found at www.IndianaVoters.com, allowing voters the opportunity to view a complete list of candidates appearing on their General Election ballots. “This unique online feature will help better prepare Hoosiers before they cast their ballots on Nov. 2,” Secretary of State Todd Rokita said.

CalendarSee what’s going on in Logansport & Cass County

Don’t be a Scaredy Cat!Check out what spooky events are going on in Cass County. If you don’t see your business or organization’s event listed, it’s free to submit one — just head to www.casscountycalendar.com!

Saturday, Oct. 23SAFETY DAY: Various local organi-zations including EMA, Logansport Fire Department, Logansport Police Depart-ment, America Red Cross, American Family Insurance, Logansport Memorial Hospital and the Cass County Commu-nication Network are scheduled to join the Logansport Sears store for “Sears Safety Day.” 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sears, Logansport Mall.ON STAGE: Performing Arts Council of Logansport presents “The Gatlin Brothers Never Ending Reunion Tour.” More 50 years ago, Larry, Steve and Rudy Gatlin started singing in their little hometown of Abilene, Texas and from there went on to make music history. For ticket information, call (574) 753-4116. 7 p.m., McHale Performing Arts Center Tickets,$30.BOOK SALE: The Logansport-Cass County Public Library’s October book sale will be open to library card holders from 9 a.m. to noon and to everyone from noon to 5:45 p.m. Saturday prices are 50 cents per item, $5 per bag or $10

per box. New items are $2 per item. 9 a.m. - Noon - Open to library card hold-ers. 7 616 E. Broadway

Wednesday, Oct. 27FASHION SHOW/SALE: The 3rd Annual Emmaus Fashion Show Fashion Show will spotlight clothing from the Emmaus Thrift Shop. Also available will be handmade crafts and a bake sale. Light refreshments will be served. Anyone wanting to donate crafts may contact the mission at 574-739-0731 and leave a message for Linda Hoffman. A freewill donation will be accepted at the door. Bigler Hall, Calvary Presbyterian Church, 701 Spencer St. 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 2 DINNER: Royal Center United Meth-odist Church is holding their annual Fall Bazaar. Crafts & Baked Goods open at 3 p.m. (including Homemade Noodles)Meal is served 4 - 6:30 p.m. and in-cludes Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Dressing, Grean Beans, Salad, Rolls, Pie and Drink. Carry-outs will be available.

Cost of the meal: Adults $7.50 / Children 10 & under $3.00 / Children under Age 5 eat FREE

Thursday, Nov. 4 & Friday, Nov. 5SHOPPING: The Mary Dykeman Guild of Logansport Memorial Hospital will sponsor the annual Holly Bazaar. Visitors and employees have the op-portunity to shop locally for unique gifts and Christmas decorations in a festive atmosphere, knowing that their purchases support Logansport Memo-rial Hospital and the community. Raffles this year include four beautiful nativities, a Christmas train, an ornamental wreath and a Colts scoreboard clock. Raffle items are displayed in the lobby of the hospital and raffle tickets are sold in the gift shop. Holiday music, gourmet food samplings, home baked goods, door prizes, soup and cookles-in-a-jar offerings enhance the bazaar along with theme-decorated tables and trees. The hospital Gift Shop will also be decorated and offer additional Christmas gifts. Nov. 4, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Nov. 5, 8 a.m.

to 7 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 5 — Tues., Nov. 30FUNDRAISER: The Salvation Army’s Christmas Tree Forest will be on display near the fountain at the Logan-sport Mall.

Sunday, Nov. 7ON STAGE: Performing Arts Council of Logansport presents “Comedy Tonight,” featuring comedian Greg Hahn, ventriloquist Tom Crowl, and comedian Dave Dugan. For ticket infor-mation, call (574) 753-4116. 7 p.m. at McHale Performing Arts Center. Sunday, Nov. 14HOME TOUR: Delta Theta Chi Sorority presents the Holiday Home Tour, from 1-5 p.m. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at each home on the day of the tour, or at Logan Tire, Dexter Pharmacy or Susan’s Corner Cupboard

Events are added to CassCountyCalendar.com daily! Check often, and please add your own events.

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The Salvation Army will be holding signups for Christmas Assistance October 25 - 28 and November 8-11. Ap-plications require a current photo ID for all adults in the household; social security cards and birth dates for all house-hold members, mail with your current address and proof of income, which could include

a copy of last year’s IRS 1040 form, a letter from Family Services document-ing approval for food stamps and the date approved, a recent award letter from Medicaid, TANF, WIC, SSI or SSDI or a letter stating that an application has been field for government assistance.

If you live in subsidized hous-ing (receive assistance paying your rent), you MUST show a copy of your lease or the most recent re-certification letter.

Salvation Army announces Christmas Assistance Signups

the salvation army christmas assistance signups for logansport & cass county

monday, oct. 25 — 9 -11 a.m.tuesday, oct. 26 — 2-5 p.m.

Wednesday, oct. 27 — 1-4 p.m.thursday, oct. 28 — 9-11 a.m.

monday, Nov. 8 — 9 -11 a.m.tuesday, Nov. 9 — 2-5 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 10 — 1-4 p.m.thursday, Nov. 11 — 9-11 a.m.

FLU SHOTS

State health officials say two respiratory illnesses are of particular concern with winter approaching: influenza (flu) and pertussis (whooping cough). The 2010-2011 flu season is approaching, and the 2009 H1N1 flu virus is expected to be circulat-ing. In addition, the Indiana State Department of Health is reporting a rise in pertussis cases in the state.

Several area agencies are offering flu shots. Here’s a list of several upcoming flu shot clinics. You can also find them on Cass County Calendar as new events are added daily.

ADULT FLU SHOT CLINIC:Logansport Memorial Hospital will adminis-ter flu shots clinics at ExpressMed in Logan-sport from 2-5 p.m. Cost is $30. There will be no charge for Medi-care recipients who bring their cards with them. If you have mobil-ity problems and cannot leave your car, send word to alert the staff, and someone will come to your car to adminis-ter the shot. Children 11 and under should see a physician for flu shots,

and youth 12 – 17 will need a doctor’s order. The Flu Shot Hot Line is 753-1799

ADULT FLU SHOTS: APPOINTMENT ONLYThe Cass County Health Department will offer influenza vaccine to adults only (19 years and older) on Monday, October 18st by appointment only. Influenza vaccine for this age group is $15. Payment may be made with cash or check only. The health department does not bill Medicare or insurance. The Health Department is located at 512 High St. Please call the health department at 574-753-7760 to make an appointment.

CHILD FLU SHOTS:The Cass County Health Department will be offering free seasonal flu vaccines to children 6 months to 18 years of age only on Friday Octo-ber 15th and Friday October 22nd by appoint-ment. Flu vaccine is free for children through the VFC (vaccines for children) program. The Cass County Health Department is located at 512 High Street. Call 574-753-7760 for an appointment.

INCREASING YOUR NET WORTH – YOUR HEALTH IS WORTH IT! (SPANISH)

Thursday, October 21

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Pre-registration is required. RSVP by October 19.

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SCORE, from page 3We hope to expand our coverage of local sports to the other area school as time goes on, so encourage your school to add us to their contact list. If you see me out on the field or court, whether you are a Berry, Comet, King or Panther, stop and say hello! I’ve really enjoyed the last few months of covering local sports. I’ve seen our Cross Country team set school records, the Volleyball team go on an impressive winning streak, and I’m finally beginning to understand the rules of soccer. Ok, maybe not.

MONEY, from page 3 This federal program provides annual grants on a formula basis to units of local government and states. Cities with less than 50,000 people and counties with popula-tions of less than 200,000 can apply for the grants, which can be used for specific projects like construction or reconstruction of streets, water and sewer facilities, neighborhood centers, recre-ational facilities or other public works. Last December, the City of Logansport received a grant for $600,000 for a sewer rehabilitation project. The way I see it, the grants are there, and other communities are going to continue to apply for them Criticizing our local leaders for accepting them isn’t the answer. If the argument is that

those are OUR tax dollars, why shouldn’t we see some of them reinvested in our community? Another argument I’ve heard is that instead of looking for grants, we need to be doing all we can to help bring and keep business here. As someone who started a local business right here in Cass Coun-ty, I agree wholeheartedly. Starting a business isn’t easy. But neither is fundraising, and that’s essentially what applying for grants is. De-pending on grant money doesn’t really seem any easier to me than depending on customers to buy your product. And there are some great programs and opportunities for business owners here — like Logan’s Landing’s RECAP pro-gram and the SUCCEED pro-gram. (Full disclosure: Existential Media LLC was a winner of the

new business category in 2006). As a business owner, I can also say that quality of life IS something that matters when you start a business. So I’d like to thank everyone who spends their time looking for ways to make our community better. Thanks to them, we’ve got new sidewalks we can walk on downtown when we’re making ad calls. We’ve got trails where we can bike when we need a break. We’ve got parks and plazas where organizations can host the events we post on CassCountyCalendar. So instead of moaning and groaning about what we COULD have used the money for, let’s say thank you for what we have, and continue looking for ways that each of us can make our commu-nity a better place.

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGSFRIDAY, OCT. 157:30 - 11 p.m. — Sleepy Hollow Hayrides

SATURDAY, OCT. 167:30 - 11 p.m. — Sleepy Hollow Hayrides

SUNDAY, OCT. 17 4-7:30 p.m. —Trunk or Treat: Church of Christ at Logansport

FRIDAY, OCT. 227-10 p.m. — France Park Fright Nite7:30 - 11 p.m. — Sleepy Hollow Hayrides

SATURDAY, OCT. 235-7 p.m. — Trunk n Treat (Webb Chapel United Methodist Church)7-10 p.m. — France Park Fright Nite7:30 - 11 p.m. — Sleepy Hollow Hayrides

SUNDAY, OCT. 241-3 p.m. — Boo-Fest — Riverside Park6 p.m. — Harvest Party: Baptist Temple

MONDAY, OCTOBER 255-7 p.m. — Halloween at the Cass Co. Family YMCA

THURSDAY, OCT. 284-6 p.m. — Downtown Spooktacular6:30 p.m. — Special Halloween Story Hour

FRIDAY, OCT. 297:30 — 11 p.m. Sleepy Hollow Hayrides 2010

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 306:30 — 8 p.m. Trick or Treating: McKinney House7:30 - 9 p.m. — Sleepy Hollow Hayrides6-8 p.m. — Trick or Treating in Logansport

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 313:30 - 5:30 p.m. — Trunks of Treats River of Life Christian Church5 p.m. — Boo! Fest in Walton6 p.m. - 8 p.m. — Trunk ‘R Treat: Spring Creek Christian Church6-8 p.m. — Trick or Treating in Logansport

Be sure to check CassCountyCalendar.com often as new events are added daily! If your business or organization is having a Halloween event and you don’t see it listed here, head to CassCountyCalendar.com and click submit. It’s free!

Saturday, Oct. 23

RECYCLING: Cass County Solid Waste Manage-ment will host a Tox-Away Day at the Logansport High School Parking Lot from 9 a.m. - noon. This event is handled on a first-come, first serve basis. DONA-TIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Items that will be accept-ed include but will not be limited to: paints, thinners, solvents, paint removers, oil, antifreeze, brake fluids, transmission fluids, and cleaners, stains, varnishes, waterproofing liquids, sealing compounds, soaps, household cleaners and solvents, drain cleaners, poisons, pesticides, farm chemicals, old fuels (gas, diesel, kerosene),1-pound propane tanks, fluorescent light bulbs, household batteries, liquid batteries, and lead acid batteries (car and boat batteries), over-the-counter medications, other toxic, ignitable, corrosive or reactive hazardous materials found in your garage, basement, shed or home. Material we CANNOT accept includes biological wastes, sharps, ammuni-tion, explosives, radioactive material, medical waste, smoke alarms and fire extinguishers. This event is not for business or industry. Enter on Berry Lane and exit on Lincoln Way. Call (574) 732-9253 for more informa-tion about items not listed above.

$3 per person!