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WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites community members to build their professional knowledge and work toward expanding their career goals through evening courses at PNW’s Westville branch campus, 1401 S. U.S. 421, Westville, Ind. Starting in January 2025, PNW will offer several undergraduate-level courses that introduce students to foundational concepts and hands-on learning experiences in key subject areas, including the growing fields of business analytics and cybersecurity. Those interested in advancing their education also can choose general education courses held during evening hours on topics such as communication, psychology, English and physics. “We are offering a new schedule

CROWN POINT, Indiana – A total of 100 families battling food insecurity will get a boost this holiday season thanks to a generous gift from the Friends of St. Clare. The organization raised close to $15,000 through donations from local business leaders to provide 100 $150 Strack & Van Til gift cards to individuals served by the Franciscan Health Fresh Start Market and Prenatal Assistance Program at 1121 S. Indiana Ave. in Crown Point. “The Friends of St. Clare continue to amaze me with their generosity and philanthropic hearts,” Franciscan Health Foundation Executive Director Rick Peltier said. “They have been

For the past eight years a group has gathered almost every weekday morning for coffee and conversation at The Hot Spot Café on Lincolnway in downtown La Porte. Participants have come and gone over time, but each Friday those present deposit pocket change (and sometimes currency) in a container. As the holiday season approaches, the group gathers around a large table to count the money and decide how to share it. This year, they had accumulated a record $750. The group divided the proceeds equally with the PAX Center, the La Porte County Problem Solving Court, Drug Court, the La Porte

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present the 30th Annual Holiday at the Pops concert, on Saturday, December 14 at 7:00 pm at the La Porte Civic Auditorium. Dr. Carolyn Watson will return to the podium for the 30th anniversary of the event that has come to signal the arrival of the holiday season in La Porte County. Many thanks to Diamond Sponsor Northwest Health for their support of this concert. A festive array of musical delights are in store for audience members this year, including music from the movie Prancer, which celebrates its 35th year since

🦃🏈 Thanksgiving Weekend Special! 🏈🦃 SUNDAY BLITZ today at 11a with Dan Levy William Hatczel and Jill Urchak-Levy -we stream around the world at wimsradio.com. You can listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FMValparaiso   The Sunday Blitz is back for Week 13! Tune in at 11 AM on wimsradio.com for the BEST NFL pregame show anywhere!   🎙️ Guests & Segments:   Mark Grote from 670 The Score Fantasy insights from Don Kleppin DJ’s Picks (by Jill Urchak this week!) "You Say It, We Play It" Clowns of the Week & Game Balls Don’t miss this holiday huddle! 🍂 #NFL

Shirley Heinze Land Trust surpasses 3,500 protected acres with the donation of 80 acres of land by Collis C. Hooks, who passed away on January 13, 2024, at the age of 83. A former engineer and founder of C.C. Hooks & Associates Engineering, P.C., Collis was passionate about nature, gardening, and preserving the environment. This generous contribution brings further strengthens the Trust’s mission to preserve and restore natural lands and waters across northwestern Indiana and engage people in nature in conservation. The 80-acre parcel, located South of Valparaiso near Walnut Woods, is a significant addition to the Trust's network of

Here are some of your Thanksgiving Closures for Michigan City. Enjoy your Thanksgiving and be safe. City Hall and all other City of Michigan City offices will be closed to the public this Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27-28, in observance of Thanksgiving.   Michigan City Transit bus service will be suspended on Thursday, but will run its normal routes on Friday.   The Michigan City Refuse Department will not collect trash on Thursday, but will work late on Friday to pick up both Thursday and Friday garbage routes.

Franciscan Health hosting free AFib webinar Franciscan Health is hosting a free, live webinar aimed at helping patients and their caregivers learn more about atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib. The heart is the center of the body’s electrical activity. When the heart’s electrical system malfunctions, it may signal AFib. Arrhythmias like AFib can cause lightheadedness or the feeling of butterflies in the chest and can increase the risk of stroke. Philip George, MD, a Franciscan Physician Network electrophysiologist practicing at Franciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians in Indianapolis, will lead the webinar. Dr. George will help participants learn more about

Michigan City, IN - The Michigan City Chamber of Commerce proudly presented Little Wolves Early Learning Center with a check from its Chamber Education Fund to support the organization's mission of fostering growth, learning, and development for young minds in our community. The donation reflects the Chamber's ongoing commitment to enhancing education and opportunities for children. The funds will help Little Wolves Early Learning Center expand its programs, provide resources, purchase graduation gowns, field trips, and ensure a positive learning environment for local youth. “We are always proud to support Michigan City Area Schools through the Chamber Education Fund, managed

MAAC Foundation Alum & Employee, Audrey Govert, to Become 6th Female Firefighter in Valpo Fire Dept. History Valparaiso, IN — The MAAC Foundation is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Audrey Govert, who, starting December 1, 2024, will serve as only the 6th female firefighter to join the Valparaiso Fire Department. Audrey’s journey from MAAC Facilities Technician to firefighter and EMT is a testament to her hard work, determination, and passion for helping others. Audrey began working at the MAAC Foundation in June 2023 while simultaneously advancing her training. She completed the MAAC Fire and Rescue Academy (2022-2023) and earned

Franciscan Health Dyer to transition to behavioral health campus in late 2027   Move supports Franciscan Alliance’s regional approach to healthcare   DYER, Indiana – Franciscan Health Dyer will transition in late 2027 to a campus dedicated to treating behavioral health patients, the Franciscan Alliance healthcare ministry announced today.   “Surrounding our patients with love, respect and dignity is fundamental to our Franciscan values,” Franciscan Alliance Chairwoman of the Board Sister M. Aline Shultz, OSF said. “We know that providing patients experiencing a behavioral health emergency or requiring inpatient treatment with the compassionate care they need, when and where they

Franklin Street is now a two-way thoroughfare for the first time in decades as of Monday, Nov. 25. This change is an exciting step for businesses in the Uptown Arts District, as it will improve traffic flow and parking and make Michigan City downtown shops and restaurants more easily accessible. There was a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning with local businesses, the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce, Michigan City Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch, escorted by the Michigan City Police Department.

Washington, DC – Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced that the House has approved his legislation, H.R. 1256, the Veterans Health Administration Leadership Transformation Act. This legislation was included in H.R. 8371, the Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvements Act, and was approved by the U.S. House earlier this week by a vote of 389 to 9. The Veterans Health Administration Leadership Transformation Act aims to support veterans and improve leadership stability within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), address governance challenges that have impeded oversight and accountability, and empower the VHA to more effectively address veterans’ healthcare needs.  Specifically, it

The City of Michigan City is advising residents that there will be a One Day Delay in the recycling pickup schedule for Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. Thursday’s pickup will be Friday and Friday’s pickup will be Saturday. The city says to remember to have your toter curbside the night before or by 5:00 a.m. to insure you are picked-up. The office and Compost Site will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving Holiday and will reopen Monday, December 2nd at 8:00 a.m.

Franciscan Health is hosting a free, live webinar aimed at helping patients and their caregivers learn more about atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib. The heart is the center of the body’s electrical activity. When the heart’s electrical system malfunctions, it may signal AFib. Arrhythmias like AFib can cause lightheadedness or the feeling of butterflies in the chest and can increase the risk of stroke. Philip George, MD, a Franciscan Physician Network electrophysiologist practicing at Franciscan Health Indiana Heart Physicians in Indianapolis, will lead the webinar. Dr. George will help participants learn more about AFib including common symptoms, when to

The deadline for submitting grant applications for the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Lake and River Enhancement (LARE) grant is Jan. 15. The LARE program strives to protect and enhance aquatic habitat for fish and wildlife while ensuring continued accessibility of Indiana’s public lakes, rivers, and streams. The program provides technical and financial assistance to qualifying local projects that reduce nonpoint sediment and nutrient pollution.   Examples of qualifying projects include but are not limited to logjam removal, wetland creation, and dam removal. To view a full list of qualifying project types and more information about the LARE program, see

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales Assesses $2.5M Fine Against Edinburgh Catalytic Converter Recycler  INDIANAPOLIS-Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales has issued a significant enforcement sanction against G Unit Core Inc., an Edinburgh-based automobile catalytic converter recycler. The business has been assessed a $2.5 million fine and its license to operate in Indiana revoked. Police investigations of catalytic converters theft led to the business as a buyer of and processor of that material. The action resulted from an extensive investigation uncovering numerous violations of state laws governing auto parts recycling, record keeping, and environmental regulations. G Unit Core Inc. operates on

MICHIGAN CITY – Michigan City Special Events is happy to announce an expanded Festival of Lights celebration this year, set for Saturday, Dec. 7. As always, the massive holiday lights display at Washington Park will be illuminated for the first time of the season at dark on that day. The annual Christmas Parade along Franklin Street will begin at 5 p.m. and run north to south between Fourth and Ninth streets, the opposite direction from years past. To register to be in the parade, visit https://www.emichigancity.com/FormCenter/Special-Events-43/Michigan-City-Festival-of-Lights-Parade--87. For the first time in the event’s history, the Festival of Lights will include

Carden Circus Coming to Hammond Civic Center November 29, 30, and December 1 Check out all the family fun at the Carden International Circus coming to Hammond November 29th-December 1st. Tickets on special for $9.99 while supplies last. Get your tickets today at www.spectacularcircus.com. The Carden International circus is committed 110% to the exceptional care and ethical treatment of all of our animals. We believe in animal-human relationships that are built upon respect, trust, affection, and absolutely uncompromising care. Our training methods are based on reinforcement in the form of food rewards and words of praise. There is absolutely zero tolerance for

La PORTE, IN (Nov. 22, 2024) – The 35th Anniversary PrancerPalooza event promises to be a great source of holiday fun for the whole family, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody. The regional planning committee for the event announced earlier this week that due to a professional commitment, Sam Elliott is no longer able to attend the 35th anniversary PrancerPalooza. La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody said while disappointed by this announcement, the event will still be a special celebration for lovers of the film. “While we were sad to hear that Sam Elliot is no longer able to join us, I think his