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The Michigan City Police Department is now accepting applications for our 2026 Citizen’s Police Academy! The academy will run Thursday evenings from October 15th through November 19th, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  at the Michigan City Police Department. This six-week program gives community members an inside look at the roles and responsibilities of law enforcement and provides a hands-on introduction to many of the same topics our officers encounter every day. Participants will learn about: • Criminal law and search and seizure • Patrol tactics • Emergency vehicle operations • Police technology • Crime scene processing • K9

Press release, U.S. Small Business Administration: Low-interest disaster loans now available WASHINGTON — In response to a Presidential disaster declaration issued Aug. 25, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low interest disaster loans for Indiana businesses, private nonprofit organizations, and residents affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding beginning Aug. 11. The declaration covers Indiana primary counties of Carroll, Dearborn, Decatur, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Henry, LaPorte, Lake, Madison, Marion, Morgan, Porter, Pulaski, Randolph, Rush, Tipton, Union, and Wayne, which are eligible for both physical damage loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from SBA. Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in the following adjacent

La PORTE COUNTY, Ind. — The Salvation Army serving La Porte County is expanding food pantry services in response to the devastating storms that impacted the region last month, providing additional food assistance to households recovering from power outages, lost wages, and other unexpected storm-related expenses. Beginning immediately and continuing through October 31, 2026, households served by The Salvation Army food pantries in Michigan City and La Porte will be eligible for one additional pantry visit per month. The temporary expansion is designed to help families replace food lost during extended power outages, stretch household budgets, and access nutritious groceries

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Superior Construction Co Inc will have lane closures at the U.S. 12 and State Road 249 interchange starting on or after Monday, September 14. There will be alternating lane closures on both roadways for approximately two weeks to complete pavement markings throughout the interchange. Be prepared for changing traffic patterns. INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when traveling through this area and follow traffic directions carefully. Motorists should slow down, exercise caution and drive distraction-free through all work zones.

Today A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.   Tonight A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.   Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.   Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64.   Monday A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 80.

Stop by Garwood Orchards for APPLE FEST this weekend on Saturday and Sunday September 12th and 13th. Check out their Arts & Crafts Show. Vendors Open 9a-4p. Bring the family, make memories, scope out all of the great things you can do at Garwood Orchards. Visit their website at www.garwoodorchard.com. LIKE them on FACEBOOK. #wims #whfb

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Board-certified obstetrician/gynecologist David Preskill, M.D., is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Preskill earned his medical degree from Northwestern University in Chicago. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Columbus-Cabrini Medical Center in Chicago. His clinical interests include obstetric care and delivery; heavy menstrual bleeding and hysterectomy. Dr. Preskill is accepting new patients for in-person visits at Franciscan Physician Network’s Franciscan Medical Pavilion, 3500 Franciscan Way, third floor, in Michigan City. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (219) 861-8785.

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation is accepting Fiscal Year 2027 applications for its Community Crossings Matching Grant program. The application window is open now through 5 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 30.   Community Crossings grants are available to cities, towns and counties in the State of Indiana. The following adjustments were made to the program during recent legislative sessions: One call for projects per state fiscal year Program cap reduced to $100 million per year Annual cap reduced to $1 million per local unit of government per fiscal year Local cap includes amount received through additional lane

FSSA, in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls across the state to help HIP members, providers, and community partners learn more about the upcoming HIP Work Requirements. The town halls are scheduled for the following dates and locations, with additional events planned throughout the year: September 14 - Ivy Tech Terre Haute Address: 8000 S. Education Drive, Terre Haute, IN 47802 Building: Sue Ellspermann Community Room - E102 Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m. ET September 18 - Ivy Tech Evansville Address: 501 N First Avenue, Evansville, IN 47710 Building: Vectren Auditorium 3 Time: 6

Thursday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan sent a letter to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) requesting an investigation into the power outages following the derecho that struck Northwest Indiana on August 11, 2026. The text of the letter is below and a pdf is available here. “I write to request that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), in coordination with  the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), conduct a comprehensive federal  review of the widespread and prolonged power outages that followed the severe weather event, a derecho, that struck Northwest Indiana on August 11, 2026. “The derecho brought extraordinary straight-line

In Lake County there are ramp, lane and shoulder closures for the I-94 and State Road 912/Cline Ave interchange for multiple projects. The ramp from northbound State Road 912 to westbound I-94 remains closed through approximately September 20 for bridge deck overlays over the Little Calumet River, State Road 912, and I-94. The detour directs drivers to eastbound I-94 and utilize the ramps at Burr St to turn around to access westbound I-94. Now through approximately September 13, the ramps from both eastbound and westbound I-94 to northbound State Road 912 are closed. The right lane of southbound State Road

Today Sunny, with a high near 79.   Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 62.   Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.   Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 65.   Sunday A 30 percent chance of showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80.   Sunday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64.

LA PORTE- Family Advocates is proud to announce the launch of The Supply Spot, a new student resource providing free access to essential personal-care items for students at La Porte Middle School and Kesling Intermediate. Located in the Family Advocates school-based mentoring room at La Porte Middle School, The Supply Spot is available to all students at both schools who need personal-care essentials. The resource is designed to provide students with easy,discreet access to everyday items they may need during the school day. Supplies available through The Supply Spot include period products, deodorant, soap, dry shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste, body

Join us for a celebration of art and community featuring professional networking, an adults-only evening social, and our signature family-friendly festival.​ Whether you're an arts professional looking to connect with colleagues, an adult seeking a creative night out, or a family wanting hands-on art experiences, Art Blitz Weekend brings our community together through the power of creativity. Three unique experiences, one unforgettable weekend. Fore more information visit their website at www.artbarnschool.org.​   All proceeds support Art Barn School of Art educational programs. #wims #whfb

Farmed & Forged Announces Farmed to Fork Weekend with Expanded SNAP Match, Live Chef Demonstrations and Free Family Activities SNAP shoppers can turn $20 in benefits into $80 in market purchasing power during two days celebrating local food in La Porte County LAPORTE COUNTY, Ind. — Farmed & Forged will celebrate the farmers, chefs and food producers feeding Northwest Indiana during Farmed to Fork Weekend, taking place Saturday, September 12, in Michigan City and Sunday, September 13, in La Porte. The weekend will feature an expanded SNAP match, live cooking demonstrations, activities for young shoppers, live music and in-season food

VALPARAISO, IND. — The Porter County Community Foundation (PCCF) received a $600,000 contribution from Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation to support disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts across Porter County following the severe storm system and extended power outages that began on Aug. 11.   The contribution reflects NIPSCO’s commitment to helping northern Indiana communities rebuild and stabilize following major weather events. PCCF will steward and allocate the funds directly to 14 frontline organizations to provide immediate assistance to Porter County households.   Funding recipients include the following organizations: The Salvation

During the 2025-26 school year, elementary student-athletes across Michigan City Area Schools received a new look after students shared that they wanted upgraded uniforms to better represent their schools. Over 580 elementary school students participate in their grade-level athletics. To help make that request a reality, the Michigan City Athletics Department reached out to local businesses and organizations to support elementary athletics. Eight community sponsors stepped forward along with a $5,000 grant from the Unity Foundation of La Porte County. Together, that support helped provide new uniform tops and matching shorts for athletic teams at all eight MCAS elementary schools.

Today Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 59.   Friday Sunny, with a high near 78.   Friday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 61.   Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 82.

In the current work zone on I-94 between mile marker 29-34, westbound traffic is in counterflow lanes on the eastbound side with two lanes of traffic in each direction for ongoing resurfacing activities.   Through approximately late September, the eastbound work zone is extended 3 miles west to State Road 49 for pipe installation at mile marker 27. The right lane and both shoulders are closed through this part of the work zone. The weigh scales on I-94 eastbound will remain accessible.   Ramp closures are occurring for two weekends at the I-94 and U.S. 421 interchange for pavement restoration.

This October, you’re invited to a night of elegance, celebration, and community impact. Join Franciscan Health as we honor 150 years of healthcare ministry from the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration at the Spirited Celebration Gala! It all happens Friday, October 9th at 6 PM at the Center for Visual & Performing Arts in Munster. Enjoy a cocktail hour, plated dinner, live music, DJ, dancing, photo booth, plus silent and live auctions, wine and whiskey pulls, and incredible entertainment — including Ric Federighi and WIMS Radio, Chris Florek & Ever After Entertainment, and more. Tickets are $250, with