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Hailmann and Kingsbury Elementary Schools Continue Heart Safe Certification Initiative
Press release, La Porte Community School Corporation: La Porte—Hailmann and Kingsbury Elementary Schools continue to strengthen the La Porte commitment to cardiac emergency preparedness with Heart Safe School Certification drills through Project ADAM. Today’s events are a collaborative effort between La Porte Community School Corporation staff, community health advocates, and first responders. Under the guidance of LPHS teacher Tabitha Hughes,
Franciscan Health Crown Point among top 100 in nation for medical excellence
News release, Franciscan Health: CROWN POINT, Ind. – Franciscan Health Crown Point has been recognized as being in the top 100 in the nation for medical excellence in major cardiac surgery and coronary bypass surgery by CareChex® Awards by BluCareChex Quantros. The 2025 quality awards from CareChex are based on their comprehensive quality scoring system that compares inpatient quality performance
Salvation Army of Michigan City in need of hygiene products
The Salvation Army of Michigan City’s pantry is in need of hygiene products. The most needed items are shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, razors, diapers, wipes, paper products, and laundry detergent. Donations can be dropped off at The Salvation Army, 1201 S. Franklin Street, between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The Salvation Army asks to please consider donating to
Crash results in two arrests in La Porte County
A driver and passenger were arrested after an alcohol related crash Thursday night, according to the La Porte County Sheriff's Office. At 11:40 p.m., deputies responded to the 6500 north block of CR 400 West reference a motor vehicle crash. A deputy arrived at the scene and found a pickup truck off the east side of the roadway in a
MCAS Seeks Nominations for Wall of Fame
Michigan City Area Schools is seeking nominations for the 2025 Michigan City Area Schools Wall of Fame. This annual award, first presented in 1976, honors former school employees who have made outstanding contributions to the children of the Michigan City Area Schools. Employees from every area are eligible: administrators, custodians, food service personnel, instructional assistants, maintenance personnel, paraprofessionals, teachers, transportation