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A ceremony held today on the south lawn of the Indiana Statehouse recognized the graduation of nine K-9 teams that completed the DNR Division of Law Enforcement’s K-9 Resource Protection program.  In addition to the one team that will serve in the Hoosier state, the graduating class included units from Kansas, Missouri, Utah and Virginia that traveled to Indiana to train and hone their skills in Orange County to qualify for today’s ceremony. “Without a doubt, these well-trained officers and their K-9 partners will help their respective agencies find more evidence, locate more lost people, and catch more poachers in

On May 13, 2021, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a Trooper with the Indiana State Police Toll Road All Crimes Policing Team (ACP) conducted a traffic stop on the Indiana Toll Road near the 37 mile-marker in Porter County. This is approximately 6 miles east of the SR 49 exit.  During the traffic stop, K9 Axel conducted a “sniff” of the exterior of the vehicle.  The K9 alerted to the vehicle and a search of the vehicle was conducted.   During the search, Troopers located approximately 4 kilos of Fentanyl and a large amount of United States Currency.  Two occupants in the

Enrolling in the 21st Century Scholars program should be easy, and that is why Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is set to host the 21st Century Scholars Family Registration Days. The on-campus events aim to help students register for the scholarship program by providing computer lab access and personalized help with submitting the online application. Students and their families will have the opportunity to tour the campuses and learn more about university life, educational opportunity programs and the additional resources available at PNW. PNW’s Westville Campus, 1401 S. U.S. 421, will play host to the event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on

On November 20, 2020, at 4:32 PM, deputies were dispatched to US 20 and CR 200 East, reference a personal injury crash. The crash involved four (4) vehicles resulting in several being injured. One of the drivers, Brian E. KLINGERMAN (62 YOA) of Bremen, Indiana, was transported from the scene to a regional hospital for treatment. KLINGERMAN later died at the hospital as a result of his injuries sustained in the crash. The initial investigation determined Arthur C. MCNEELEY (61 YOA) of Mishawaka caused the crash by rear-ending an eastbound US 20 vehicle. Following the impact, MCNEELEY’S vehicle drove left

The demand for a Purdue University education remains higher than ever as the university expects to welcome, for the second year in a row, its largest ever incoming class for the fall of 2021. More than 10,000 freshmen, which would be the largest class in any Big Ten school since at least 2005, are expected to arrive on campus for in-person learning this fall, with increases of both Indiana and out-of-state residents. This exceeds the fall 2020 incoming class by nearly 1,200 students and is the fourth time in the past five years that Purdue has seen a record freshman

South Shore Line wants to remind you, busing is ongoing between South Bend International Airport, Carroll Ave., Gary Metro Center South Shore Train and stations in-between, through May 21 (including the weekend of May 15-16).   No bikes will be transported via bus. There will be no service to Hudson Lake through May 21.   The following trains will NOT serve Beverly Shores through May 21: Weekday WB Trains 116, 18, 118, 20; Weekday EB Trains 7, 107, 9, 109, 11; Weekend WB Trains 606, 506, 608, 508; Weekend EB Trains 503, 603, 605, 505, 507   Michigan City 11th

This week, May 9-15, 2021, is recognized as National Police Week. This is a time where we as Americans pay respect and remember in memoriam, the brave men and women of law enforcement that have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Out of respect for those Indiana State Police personnel killed in the line of duty, as well as their survivors, the Indiana State Police remains dedicated to always remembering, forever honoring, and respecting those that serve in their memory!   Since the Indiana State Police was founded in 1933, there have been 44 state troopers and three civilian

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for Johnson Rd over I-94 beginning Wednesday, May 19.   The road will be closed for approximately two weeks for a bridge deck sealing project. Motorists should seek an alternate route. The official detour will follow Pahs Rd, Cleveland Rd and C.R. W 400 N.   All work is weather dependent.

The Dunes Summer Theatre is taking the 2021 Season outdoors, starting with "Forever Plaid," running June 4-20 (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays), 6-7:30 p.m. CDT. Performances at the theatre, 288 Shady Oak Drive in Michigan City, are free and audiences are limited to 50 persons. Advance reservations are required and donations are welcome. Tickets are available online at dunesarts.org/tickets. “Forever Plaid” is the story of four high school guys (Sparky, Smudge, Jinx and Frankie) who form a ‘50s-style singing group with dreams of stardom. The quartet generates positive buzz and is about to get a big break when tragedy strikes. All is

In the afternoon hours of May 6th, 2021, members of the LaPorte County Drug Task Force, a HIDTA Initiative, The Fugitive Apprehension Street Team (FAST), and The Michigan City Police Department effected 2 arrests as the result of a search warrant that was executed at the Ramada Inn Hotel. Taken into custody were 33-year-old Michigan City Resident Robert Rosenbourgh and 43-year-old Michigan City resident Trinity Hawkins. At the time of this investigation, Mr. Rosenbourgh was actively wanted on two counts of Dealing in Methamphetamine as Level 4-Felonies. Mr. Rosenbourgh was subsequently located residing in a hotel room in the Ramada

While Spring brings sunshine, emerging greenery and longer days, many people dread this season for the sinus pressure, headaches, itchy eyes and respiratory problems it brings. More than 50 million people suffer with nasal allergies and half of those also have seasonal pollen allergies, according to The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), which recently released a listing of the most challenging places in the country to live with allergies. “With ongoing changes to our climate, there is no single allergy season,” said Tiffany Bowser, a Family Medicine nurse practitioner with Northwest Medical Group in Knox. “Allergy symptoms may

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce the finalists for the 2021 Hoosier Star! They Are: YOUTH DIVISION - AGE 17 AND UNDER: Jayne Bartlett, Chesterton Afyah Giuliani, La Porte Joseph Giuliani, La Porte Grace Phillips, Westville Lola White New Albany ADULT DIVISION - AGE 18 AND OVER Candance Archer, Michigan City Karen Eigenmann, La Porte Myah Englebrecht, South Bend Kim Curtis, Valparaiso Jarynn Sampson, South Bend hese individuals will compete, in their respective divisions, for the title of HOOSIER STAR! 1st place Adult and Youth Winners will receive a $1,000 prize. 2nd place Adult and Youth