Cass County is a county in the U.S. state of Indiana. It is centered on the city of Logansport, which serves as the county seat and principal community. As recorded in the 2010 census, the county had a population of 38,966. The county's name honors Lewis Cass, a 19th-century American statesman.

Geography and environment

The county lies in north-central Indiana and is crossed by the Wabash River and its tributaries. Logansport sits near the confluence of the Wabash and the Eel River, a feature that historically influenced settlement and transportation. Much of the county is rural and devoted to farmland, small woodlots and riverine wetlands.

History and development

Cass County was organized in the early 19th century as settlers moved inland from the Ohio River valley. Its rivers and later rail connections made it an early local hub for trade and industry. Over time small manufacturing operations and agricultural processing joined traditional farming as important economic activities.

Government, economy and services

Local government follows the common Indiana county model with elected officials and a board of county commissioners and council responsible for budgets, roads and public services. The county economy is a mix of agriculture, light manufacturing and service businesses that support towns and surrounding rural areas.

Communities and points of interest

Besides Logansport, the county contains several smaller towns and townships that provide local schools, parks and historical sites. Visitors and residents can find museums, historic courthouses and riverside parks that reflect the county's 19th- and 20th-century development.

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