Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau welcome nominations for the 2026 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation. The award recognizes the preservation and ongoing agricultural use of historic farms and farm buildings in Indiana. Owners of more than 30 historic farms across the state have been honored with the award since it was established in 1992. The Stine-Anderson Family Farm, a historic Clinton County farm southwest of Frankfort (photo attached), won the award in 2025. Anyone, including farm owners, can submit a nomination for the Arnold Award, which will be presented during the Celebration of Agriculture at the Indiana State

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra LCSO will close its season on April 18, 2026 with Remember When Rock Was Young: The Elton John Experience, the fourth and final subscription concert of the 53rd season. This American-inspired show starring multi-talented, multi-award winning singer/actor/pianist Craig A. Meyer, includes hits such as Philadelphia Freedom, Candle in the Wind, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart inspired by Motown, and US No. 1 hit Benny and the Jets. Broadway hits from The Lion King and Aida are also featured in this high-energy production. For tickets and information visit www.lcso.net.

Today A chance of rain and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of rain between 7am and 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. Chance of precipitation is 50%.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 36.   Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 54.   Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41.   Monday Sunny, with a high near 61.   Monday Night A 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 49.   Tuesday Rain likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 63.

Share Foundation is having their 35th Annual Spring Luncheon on Monday March 25th-Enjoy a fun-filled morning and afternoon at our Spring Luncheon!   Enjoy: Awesome Gift Baskets Beautiful Villager-made items 🍽️ A delicious meal 🎶 A special performance by our Villagers Tickets are $50 per person or $500 for a table of ten — gather your friends and make it a table to remember! For details and to purchase tickets, visit: [https://sharefoundation.org/events/spring-luncheon/](https://sharefoundation.org/events/spring-luncheon/) For more information visit their website at www.sharefoundation.org. We can’t wait to celebrate together and see you ther

You never know when you'll need to save a life. Join The La Porte County Family YMCA for their next American Red Cross Certification Class for Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid. It includes training on all three listed skills for adults, children, and infants. There is an online course that must be completed before the in-person class can be done.8AM-1PMSaturday March 14thLa Porte BranchYou can register for the classes here! >> https://lpymca.org/program-type/certifications

Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch Announces 2026 Mayor’s Charitable Gala at Blue Chip Event Center MICHIGAN CITY, Ind., Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch has announced the return of the Mayor’s Charitable Gala, set to take place the evening of Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Stardust Event Center at Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. The annual event brings together community leaders, businesses, and residents to support community organizations, youth programs, neighborhood improvements, and other initiatives that strengthen Michigan City. Now entering its third year, the gala has quickly become one of the city’s premier community fundraising events. “Each year the gala

SPRING FORWARD Daylight Saving Time will begin at 2 a.m. March 8, 2026, the second Sunday in March. Clocks will be set forward by 1 hour, resulting in sunrise and sunset occurring 1 hour later.

Today Rain likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 70%.   Tonight Rain and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 50. Chance of precipitation is 90%.   Saturday Rain likely, mainly before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 37.   Sunday Sunny, with a high near 54.   Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41.   Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 55.

General Assembly passes resolution honoring fallen Long Beach Chief Marshal James R. Kautz-a portion of U.S. Highway 12 will be renamed as a result The Indiana General Assembly passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 3, sponsored by State Rep. Jim Pressel (R- Rolling Prairie), to rename a portion of U.S. Highway 12 after fallen Long Beach Chief Marshal James R. Kautz. Kautz, a veteran of the Vietnam War and a three-time Bronze Star Medal recipient, was struck while responding to a three-car traffic accident on U.S. 12 east of State Road 212 on Nov. 4, 1997. He succumbed to his injuries a

Recent arrests serve as reminder to Hoosiers to be alert to signs of human trafficking  The recent arrests in Indianapolis of five people allegedly involved in a sex-trafficking ring should serve as a reminder to all Hoosiers to stay alert to signs of human trafficking, Attorney General Todd Rokita said. “Human trafficking is the evil exploitation of human victims for the sake of criminal predators’ profits,” Attorney General Rokita said. “It’s a modern form of slavery that thrives in the shadows. With the help of Hoosiers statewide acting as eyes and ears, though, we can expose this crime, bring perpetrators to justice and save people’s lives.” Attorney General Rokita also expressed his gratitude for the work of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department for

Patty Mershon-Schaefer Donates to Lubeznik Center for the Arts' Permanent Collection   MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) has accepted a painting by founding member Patty Mershon-Schaefer into its permanent collection.   Schaefer, who turned 100 this year, celebrated the milestone with 60 friends and family at LCA, alongside an exhibition of her work. In the 1970s, she was among a small group of artists who believed Michigan City needed a dedicated space for art classes and exhibitions. Their vision became the John G. Blank Art Center on 8th Street, which later evolved into LCA in

MUNSTER, Ind. -- Franciscan Health Munster is presenting a free suicide prevention course aimed at saving lives. The entry-level question, persuade and refer, or QPR Suicide Prevention Course, is based on a curriculum developed by the QPR Institute. The course aims to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with one suicide taking place every 11 minutes. According to the QPR Institute, just as people trained in CPR and

Today A 50 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53.   Tonight A chance of rain, with thunderstorms also possible after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Chance of precipitation is 40%.   Friday Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Friday Night Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 70%.   Saturday Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54.

April 16, 2026 from 6-9pm CT at Blue Chip Casino, Resort, & Spa! Each year Women United of La Porte County hosts Power of the Purse, an exciting designer purse raffle event that brings local women leaders (and men too!) together to have fun, network and support the financial stability impact work of United Way of La Porte County.   A fabulous buffet dinner will be included with each ticket and drink tickets for each guest (depending on sponsorship level, otherwise a cash bar), specialty drinks, and of course ticket raffle opportunities will be available. Dress is business casual. Let’s have fun!   DINNER BUFFET INCLUDES: Freshly baked

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction will resume auxiliary two-way left turn lane construction on U.S. 20 between I-94 and State Road 2 on or after Monday, March 9.   Tree clearing activities are currently being conducted between State Road 39 and C.R. 250 E with intermittent lane closures in the area through Friday, March 6. Auxiliary lane construction will resume in this section around mid-May and will be ongoing through late fall. During that time, U.S. 20 will be reduced to one lane in each direction.   Starting on or after Monday, March

Builders Assn of LaPorte County B.A.L.C EVENT this weekend at Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa in Michigan City. Stop by this FREE, FAMILY Friendly Event Saturday 3/7 and Sunday 3/8. Join a list of wonderful vendors including Arnett Construction & Roofing -TEAM WIMS LIVE Saturday 3/7 between 9a-11a Arnett Construction & Roofing will be part of the upcoming Home & Lifestyle Expo at Blue Chip Casino & Event Center, and we’d love for you to stop by and see us next weekend. Come explore the show, meet local vendors, gather ideas for your home or business, and talk with our

Bowl for the Cure marks 25 years of raising funds for Franciscan Health breast cancer patients MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – A record number of nearly 200 bowlers clad in pink recently gathered at Olympia Lanes in Michigan City to celebrate 25 years of support for Franciscan Health Michigan City breast cancer patients. The Michigan City United States Bowling Congress Bowling Association, which sponsors the event, has raised more than $130,000 in the last 18 years alone. Cheryl Hale, chairwoman of Bowl for the Cure, said she hoped this year’s event would add another $20,000. “This is dear to me,” said

Lou Holtz, legendary former Notre Dame head football coach, has died at 89. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and fans

I-65 to have overnight lane closures in Lake County starting at 8pm on Thursday   Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Superior Construction Co Inc will conduct overnight lane closures on I-65 between U.S. 30 and I-94 for permanent pavement marking work after construction in the area in 2025.   Overnight lane closures will first occur from approximately 8 p.m. Thursday, March 5 to 5 a.m. Friday, March 6 to remove temporary pavement markings that were in place for road construction operations. The two right lanes will be closed in each direction.   Permanent pavement markings will then be painted over

Today A chance of rain, with thunderstorms also possible after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 51. Chance of precipitation is 50%.   Tonight Rain likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Thursday Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Thursday Night A 50 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. FridayRain likely. Cloudy, with a high near 57.