Published: January 10, 2009 09:47 pm      

Area briefs Jan. 11

Kokomo man held after traffic stop

A Kokomo man was arrested Friday after he was pulled over for a traffic stop and a police dog detected the scent of drugs.

Alton Moss, 35, Kokomo, was arrested on charges of possession of cocaine with intent to deal, dealing cocaine, habitual traffic violator, false informing and resisting law enforcement.

According to a news release from the Cass County Sheriff’s Department, Sgt. Patrick Zeider pulled Moss over for a routine traffic stop after his vehicle failed to dim its headlights while approaching on 1100E, just north of 100N.

When Zeider approached the driver, Moss identified himself with another name. Zeider took canine Rohan around the vehicle to check for narcotics, and the dog picked up a scent, according to the release.

While searching Moss, Sgt. Rob Smith reportedly found a large amount of money and a substance he believed to be crack cocaine. Moss reportedly began to run, but canine Rohan ran him down.

Moss was taken to Logansport Memorial Hospital for treatment of injuries suffered in his encounter with the dog and later taken to the Cass County Jail.

Students plan trip fundraiser

Students attending the 2009 Presidential Inauguration in Washington D.C. are raising money with a pizza fundraiser through Bruno’s Pizza.

Residents can order a pizza from Tuesday through Thursday this week. Simply order a pizza, complete an information form and drop it off when the pizza is picked up.

For more information or to pick up a form, contact Kasia Minnick at (574) 753-0441, ext. 2351.

Overmyer scheduled to perform at McHale

The 2008 American Idol finalist Amanda Overmyer will perform a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Jan. 24 in McHale Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

Tickets can be purchased at McHale Box Office, Mix 102 or The Pharos-Tribune or by calling (574) 727-2525 or (574) 732-4100.

All proceeds go to Cass County Special Olympics and the Logansport Jaycees.

Cash’s brother plans concert

The Logansport Music Boosters and the Berry Street Blues High School Jazz Band is presenting country music legend, Tommy Cash, brother of the late Johnny Cash, at 7 p.m. Feb. 28 at the McHale Auditorium. 

The show will feature Tommy Cash’s original music, tributes to his late brother and songs from the hit movie, “Walk The Line … the Johnny Cash Story.”

Tickets are $20 in advance for general admission or $25 at the door and are available at the McHale Box Office, Logansport Ford, Harris Bank, LPL Financial and various other locations around Logansport. Look for the posters at ticket locations.

Registration begins for annual dance

The Logansport Parks and Recreation Department’s annual Daddy/Daughter Valentine Dance for girls 5 through 12 will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12 in the Cass County Memorial Home, 706 E. Market St.

The evening’s activities include cookies and punch, dancing with Dad and creating a personal Valentine card for the photo to be taken of Dad and his little girl(s) during the event.

To register, call (574) 753-7388. No walk-ins will be accepted. There will be a $15 registration fee per couple, plus $4 for each additional daughter.

Space is limited. The deadline for registration is Feb. 6 or when space is filled, whichever comes first. No exceptions.

Questions can be directed to the activities director, Vicki Ward, at (574) 753-7388 or e-mail at vickiw.logansportparks@verizon.net

Commission seeks historic landmarks

The Logansport Historic Preservation Commission is still seeking historic landmarks to be designated this year.

The commission was established by the city of Logansport to promote the preservation of historic and architecturally significant structures and sites within the city.

To be eligible for designation, a property must be at least 50 years old and must be within the Logansport city limits. The property must retain its historic architectural features, or the owner must have plans to return the structure to its original appearance.

The applicant must be the owner of the property or have verified written consent from the owner. Churches, homes, commercial buildings and historic sites will qualify.

All new historic landmark designations will be announced in May, which is Historic Preservation Month. Designated properties could be eligible for historic preservation tax credits and preservation workshops for assistance in rehabilitation efforts.

Deadline for the May 2009 designations is Feb. 15.