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There are rock stars, and then there are icons. John Mellencamp reminded everyone exactly which one he is Saturday night at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in Tinley Park, delivering a powerhouse performance that pulverized through a catalog of timeless hits and reaffirmed his place among America's greatest storytellers. Mellencamp has long been known for his unwavering dedication to his craft, often choosing to play the songs he feels compelled to perform rather than simply catering to fan expectations. But this tour is different. Dancing Words Tour: The Greatest Hits is exactly what its title promises. It’s a celebration of the music that

.AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT WEDNESDAY NIGHT...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS in EFFECT as well. SEE BELOW for details The officials at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management have declared an Air Quality Action Day, in effect for through Wednesday, July 15th. An Air Quality Action Day for Ozone has been issued. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range. Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease, such as asthma should limit prolonged outdoor exposure. Here are some recommended actions that the public can take: * Walk, bike, carpool or use public

For the latest check out their website at www.lpfair.com and LIKE their FACEBOOK page   Wednesday, July 15, 2026   Gates Open at 10am Sponsored by Keystone Cooperative   8:00am: 4-H Swine Judging Begins (Livestock Arena)   8:00am: 4-H Draft Horse Show   9:00am: 4-H Rooster Crowing Contest, and Turkey Gobbling Contest (Poultry and Pigeon Building)   9:00am: 4-H Miniature Equine Show - Showmanship, Halter, & Color and Costume   10:00am Bear Hollow Wood Carvers (Entrance of Pioneerland)   10:00am -7:00pm: The Curious Kids Trail and Tractor Trail   10:00am: All Buildings Open, Petting Zoo Open   10:30am: Home and

CHESTERTON, Ind. – The South Shore Line is pleased to announce that normal train service is scheduled to resume on Friday, July 17 at 3:01am CDT. The first train running on the normal schedule will be Train 401. Regular Monday-Friday service will begin at that time along both the Lakeshore and Monon Corridors. Busing will conclude at the end of service on Thursday, July 16. “We thank the South Shore Line crews, Iron Workers Local 395, Operators Local 150, DLZ and Superior Construction teams that worked incredibly hard to make these repairs in a safe and timely manner,” said Dave

The Town of Chesterton shared  the following information on Valparaiso cooling centers available: Cooling shelters available in Valparaiso The City of Valparaiso is announcing the availability of cooling shelters being made available by several community organizations: VALPARAISO YMCA, 1201 CUMBERLAND CROSSING (219-462-4185) *5 a.m. to 10 pm. Monday through Friday. *7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. *11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. VALPARAISO BRANCH, PORTER COUNTY LIBRARY, 103 JEFFERSON ST. (219- 462-0524) *9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday. *9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday. *9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. *7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. DAYBREAK RESOURCE

The Town of Chesterton has shared the following information on cooling shelters available: Cooling shelters available in Chesterton Duneland is feeling the heat again, and for those whose A/C fails or who have no A/C, cooling shelters are available in Chesterton: DUNELAND FAMILY YMCA, 215 ROOSEVELT ST. (219-926-4204) *5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. *7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. *10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. WESTCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY, 200 W. INDIANA AVE. (219-926-7696) *9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday. *9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday. *9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. *1 to 5 p.m.

Here is your Tuesday forecast-AIR QUALITY ALERT DAY and HEAT ADVISORY-be careful AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CDT TUESDAY NIGHT... The officials at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management have declared an Air Quality Action Day, in effect for Today, Monday, July 13th and Tuesday, July 14th. An Air Quality Action Day for Ozone has been issued. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range. Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease, such as asthma should limit prolonged outdoor exposure. Here are some recommended actions that the public can take: * Walk, bike, carpool

Here is what is happening TODAY Tuesday July 14th at the LAPORTE COUNTY FAIR -TOAY is Senior Day/Veterans Day - All Active Military and Veterans Free with ID   For the latest visit their website at www.lpfair.com and LIKE THEM on FACEBOOK   Tuesday, July 14, 2026   Gates Open at 10am   Senior Day/Veterans Day - All Active Military and Veterans Free with ID - Sponsored by The Floor Store   8:00am: 4-H Beef/Dairy Judging Begins (Livestock Arena)   8:30am: 4-H Poultry Judging Begins   9:00am: 4-H Rabbit SHow   9:00am: Horse and Pony Show - English Class  

EMERGENCY SHORTAGE: Donors needed now to stop alarming drop in Red Cross blood supply-Summer blood donations far lower than needed as hospitals work to protect patient care   INDIANA- The American Red Cross is declaring an emergency blood shortage as the blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors are urgently needed to give now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. The shortage is especially serious for types O positive and B negative blood.   A steep decline in blood donations since the end of May has created a growing gap between supply and patient

A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving two motorcycles and a car this past weekend according to the La Porte County Sheriff's Office. On Saturday, July 11, just before 4 p.m., deputies responded to the intersection of US Highway 421 and School Road in Wanatah, Indiana for a personal injury crash involving two motorcycles and a passenger vehicle. Deputy Jeffrey Armstrong arrived, and located two Harley Davidson motorcycles on the roadway, with several bystanders tending to the passengers of both motorcycles. The initial investigation revealed that a northbound 2005 Mazda operated by 19-year-old Daniel Quiroz from Portage, Indiana struck

One person lost their life following a crash Saturday in Portage, according to the Portage Police Department. On Saturday July 11, at approximately 9:13pm, Portage Police Officers responded to the intersection of US Highway 6 and Swanson Road in reference to a reported vehicle collision involving a motor driven cycle. 911 callers reported that an off-duty nurse had stopped on scene and was providing CPR to the injured rider. The initial investigation indicates that a 2015 GMC Sierra pickup truck, operated by a thirty-five-year-old Hobart man, was traveling eastbound on US Highway 6 and crossing the intersection of Swanson Road.

Today Sunny, with a high near 88. Calm wind becoming north northwest around 5 mph in the afternoon. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 74. South southeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Winds could gust as high as 10 mph. Tuesday Sunny, with a high near 88. West southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north northwest in the afternoon. Tuesday Night Clear, with a low around 75. Calm wind becoming west southwest around 5 mph after midnight. Wednesday Sunny, with a high near 84. West wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Wednesday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 75.

For the latest information visit their website at www.lpfair.com and FOLLOW their FACEBOOK page as well.   Monday, July 13, 2026   Gates Open at 10am   8:00am: 4-H Sheep Judging begins (Livestock Arena)   9:00am: 4-H Horse and PonyShow - Halter & Showmanship   9:00am: Chicken Flying Contest   9:00am: Small Animal Judging   10:00am Bear Hollow Wood Carvers (Entrance of Pioneerland)   10:00am -7:00pm: The Curious Kids Trail and Tractor Trail   10:00am: All Buildings Open, Petting Zoo Open   10:30am: Home and Family Arts Judging starts   11:00am: Story Time with a Vet   11:00am: 4-H Rabbit

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – The EDCMC team will be celebrating milestones, investments, impactful leaders and community-changing projects at the Salute to Business Awards July 29 at the Blue Chip Casino Hotel & Spa.   The Economic Development Corporation Michigan City will be honoring businesses that are marking significant anniversaries, those that have invested in Michigan City and transformations of existing buildings that have led to a new chapter. Economic Development Leadership and Lifetime Achievement awards will spotlight individuals who are elevating economic development by sparking momentum and cultivating a strong foundation.   “Our awards are a platform to celebrate our

Press Release, American Heart Association: The American Heart Association and the National Football League award grants nationwide through Kids Heart Challenge, American Heart Challenge Approximately 1 in 5 children in the United States live with obesity — the same number of children who get the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity. To support student health and well-being in Indiana, the American Heart Association and the National Football League (NFL) recently awarded five schools in the state grants through the Association’s school-based programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™. The grant recipients are: Emmanuel Christian School, Wabash, flag football

In Newton and Jasper Counties, INDOT maintenance crews are conducting seal coating operations on State Road 14 and State Road 10 this week. Work is ongoing on State Road 14 between U.S. 41 and State Road 55 through approximately Tuesday July 14, after which operations will be conducted on State Road 10 between U.S. 231 and State Road 110 for one day on or after Wednesday, July 15. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes while seal coat operations are underway, but traffic will be escorted through the work zone for local access. Wait times of 15-20 minutes should be

An update from the La Porte County Sheriff's Office about Deputy Samuelson. Sherrif Ron Heeg joins Ric Federighi Monday morning at 7:30am on WIMS and FACEBOOK LIVE. You can listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM or 106.7FM out of Valparaiso. Plus we stream at wimsradio.com. #wims #whfb #localradio #laportecounty 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 #𝟓 – 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐔𝐓𝐘 𝐉𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐔𝐄𝐋𝐒𝐎𝐍 Deputy Samuelson remains at an intensive inpatient rehabilitation center, where he continues to undergo several hours of therapy five to six days each week. His rehabilitation program is extensive, with occupational, physical, and recreational therapy sessions all focused on helping him regain strength, mobility, and independence.

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 69.   Monday Sunny, with a high near 87.

For the latest schedule and information visit their website at www,lpfair.com and FOLLOW them on FACEBOOK   Gates Open at 10am   8:30am: 4-H Goat Judging begins (Livestock Arena)   9:00am: Horse and Pony Show - Ranch Classes   10:00am -7:00pm: The Curious Kids Trail and Tractor Trail   10:00am: Open Draft Horse Show - Line Driving   11:00am: Old Time Church Service (School House)   12:00: Pioneerland Opens   Noon - Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show   1:00pm: Rabbit Showmanship (Rabbit Barn)   1:00pm: Skerbeck Carnival Rides Open   2.:30 - Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show   2:00: Extension Homemaker Demonstration

Michigan City, IN – On June 25, community members gathered at Gill Field for the Rotary Club of Michigan City's Quarters for Change fundraiser, demonstrating how small donations can make a big impact. Members of the Michigan City High School Marching Band and its directors joined volunteers in laying a quarter mile of quarters around the track while visiting with supporters throughout the afternoon. Thanks to the generosity of the Michigan City community, more than $1,600 was raised, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Michigan City High School Marching Band. Now serving more than 73 student musicians, the