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LA PORTE, Ind. —Following months of collaborative review in which all options were considered, the Kiwanis Committee presented its recommendations for the future of Slicer football to the LPCSC Board of School Trustees Monday evening. The committee, made up of representatives from La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC), Preserve Historic La Porte, and community stakeholders, recommends renovations and upgrades to Kiwanis Stadium at its current location. The committee has met regularly since October 2025, working with Schmidt and Associates architects on a feasibility study assessing the 75-year-old stadium's condition and restoration needs. Stakeholder input was gathered as part of the

 BREAKING NEWS: LAKERS SOLD FOR A RECORD PRICE The Los Angeles Lakers have officially been sold — and the numbers are jaw‑dropping. The franchise just went for a record‑setting 12 billion, the highest sale price ever for a NBA team. This move sends shockwaves through the league. New ownership means new vision, new strategy, and potentially a whole new era for one of basketball’s most iconic franchises

City departments are working collaboratively to address widespread damage and other impacts from yesterday’s severe storm, which left thousands of residents without power and brought down trees and power lines throughout Michigan City. Trash and compost collection are suspended today so Refuse Department employees can assist Street Department crews with clearing downed trees and storm debris. Vector Control is also assisting with the response. Crews from all three departments will work through the weekend to remove debris and ensure roadways remain open. The adjusted trash collection schedule is as follows: • Thursday’s trash will be collected Friday. • Friday’s trash

Today Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2pm. Some of the storms could be severe and produce heavy rainfall. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. South wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north northwest in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Tonight A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a slight chance of thunderstorms after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 67. North wind around 5 mph becoming east

Help Make a Difference this Saturday 8/15 at the American Legion Skwiat Post 451 in Michigan City-All proceeds go the help Tim's son for college expenses. Doors OPEN at 5:30pm. Music at 7pm. Their address is 121 Skwiat Legion Ave, in Michigan City. For more information call (219) 879-9827. #wims #whfb #makingadifferece

The South Shore Line has given the following update regarding a modified schedule for Wednesday: Due to damage and power outages caused by severe inclement weather on Aug. 11, South Shore Line service will operate on a significantly limited schedule on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026. Passengers should expect significant delays and extended travel times on all trains. Additional delays, service adjustments, or cancellations may occur as crews continue working to repair weather-related damage and restore power. South Bend Airport departures, Wednesday, Aug. 12:  Train 16 – 6:25 AM Train 24 – 11:39 AM Train 32 – 8:00 PM Michigan City

The Town of Chesterton announced on its Facebook page that the Community Room at Chesterton town hall is open to the public as emergency shelter. As of 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, the Community Room at the Chesterton town hall is open to the public as an emergency shelter. The town hall is located at 726 Broadway. The Town of Chesterton also noted the following: "Enter the town hall through the double doors facing Broadway, then immediately look right to find the Community Room. The town hall is being powered by a backup generator, so the elderly and those on

Closures: Michigan City Area Schools closed Wednesday:  Due to widespread storm damage and power outages throughout the community, Michigan City Area Schools will be closed for all students on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. This is not an eLearning day. MCAS says they will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.  Duneland School Corporation schools closed Wednesday:  "Due to severe storm damage throughout the community, there will be no school for DSC students on Wednesday, August 12, 2026" Portage Schools Closed Wednesday:  "Due to the effects of today’s storm, the first day of school tomorrow, August 12, is canceled for

Tuesday afternoon, the Ogden Dunes Police department reported widespread damage in town and released the following statement: "The recent storm in Ogden Dunes caused significant damage. Numerous trees and power lines are down, and several roads are blocked. Street, Fire-Rescue, and Police Department teams are assessing conditions throughout the town. If you have an emergency and need immediate help, call 9-1-1. Avoid downed power lines, as they may be live and dangerous. Report downed lines or power outages to NIPSCO at 800-4-NIPSCO [800-464-7726]. For cable TV or internet outages, contact Frontier or Comcast Xfinity. If your home or vehicle was

Approximately 243,000 customers are experiencing electrical outages caused by severe weather. Report outages on the NIPSCO app, by texting the word “Out” to 444111, online at NIPSCO.com/out, or by calling 1-800-4-NIPSCO. 👷‍️👷‍️Our team is out assessing damage and working to safely restore your service. We apologize for the inconvenience and disruption. NIPSCO.com/Outage See less

As we continue to see the effects of the severe weather that quickly developed over Michigan City, residents are urged to remain cautious and alert to changing conditions. For your safety, please stay away from downed power lines and treat all lines as live and dangerous. Power outages and downed lines should be reported directly to NIPSCO. Michigan City crews will be out as soon as conditions become safe to survey damage, clear debris and address impacted areas. The City of Michigan City is aware of several fallen trees blocking roadways and is actively coordinating alternative routes for first responders.

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, including the following areas, Adams, Allen IN, Blackford, Cass IN, De Kalb, Eastern St. Joseph IN, Elkhart, Fulton IN, Grant, Huntington, Jay, Lagrange, Marshall, Miami, Noble, Northern Kosciusko, Northern La Porte, Pulaski, Southern Kosciusko, Southern La Porte, Starke, Steuben, Wabash, Wells, Western St. Joseph IN, White and Whitley and northwest Ohio, including the following areas, Allen OH, Defiance, Fulton OH, Henry, Paulding, Putnam, Van Wert and Williams. * WHEN...Until 8 PM

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Tornado Warning for... La Porte County in northwestern Indiana... Until noon CDT. * At 1111 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage were located along a line extending from 8 miles east of South Shore to near Hobart to near DeMotte to near Roselawn, moving east at 65 mph. HAZARD...Tornadoes and wind gusts to 100 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and

INDIANA TOLL ROAD WIND BAN IN EFFECT TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 12:00 PM–6:00 PM EST (11:00 AM–5:00 PM CST) AFFECTED AREA COVERS THE ILLINOIS STATE LINE TO THE SOUTH BEND WEST TOLL PLAZA (EXIT 72). The ban applies only to the high profile vehicles listed below due to forecasted high winds and hazardous travel conditions. Vehicles Not Permitted During the Wind Ban • Triple tractor trailers • Long doubles (high profile only) • High profile oversize permit loads All other vehicles are permitted to travel. Expected Weather Conditions • The National Weather Service advised a possibility of wind gusts NW to

Franciscan Health Foundation back on the air with Host Debbie Tatum for another installment of "Well Beings" tomorrow Wednesday 8/12 from 9:10a-9:40a brought to you by The Beutner Family. You can listen on AM 1420, 95.1FM, 106.7FM in Valparaiso and we stream at www.wimsradio.com plus we are on FACEBOOK LIVE. #wims #whfb #localradio

Today A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78.   Tonight Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Wednesday A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 77.   Wednesday Night A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63.   Thursday A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. See less

First class of medical students begins in 2030 CROWN POINT, Ind. – Franciscan Alliance broke ground Monday on the Franciscan Alliance School of Osteopathic Medicine, which is slated to open in 2030. The groundbreaking ceremony included a blessing by The Most Rev. Robert McClory, bishop of the Diocese of Gary, as well as comments by Franciscan leaders, board members and local and state dignitaries. “Expanding our healthcare ministry with the addition of the Franciscan Alliance School of Osteopathic Medicine will benefit the community, Region, state of Indiana and beyond,” Franciscan Alliance President and CEO Kevin Leahy said. “We are thankful

Purdue University Northwest ready to welcome student residents to Calumet Hall  New student residence hall provides 150 beds HAMMOND, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) students, university leaders and community partners proudly cut the ribbon Aug. 4 on the university’s newest building, Calumet Hall. The three-story, 42,000-square-foot structure expands PNW’s student housing options for on-campus living and learning opportunities. Calumet Hall’s layout includes a mix of single- and double-occupancy rooms, as well as a common kitchen, laundry facilities, and study and lounge spaces. The building is designed to foster a social dynamic for PNW student residents that builds community, collaboration

Check out the stacked card planned for when OVW Wrestling returns to the Civic Auditorium on Friday, August 14! Bring the entire family for an epic night of high-flying action featuring the country's best up-and-coming pro wrestlers. Balcony seats start as low as $12.50! Reserved Tables and Floor General Admission available for $35 per person. Card subject to change. Doors open at 6 p.m., bell time at 7. Purchase tickets at https://ticketscandy.com/e/ovw-returns-to-civic-18337. Tickets also available at the Civic Auditorium Office. For more information on OVW, visit www.ovwrestling.com. #OVW #ProWrestlin

The Chesterton Police Department are now accepting  applications for the Chesterton Police Department's 2nd Annual Citizen Police Academy (CPA). This free, 7-week program will run 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 evenings from 𝟔𝐏𝐌-𝟗𝐏𝐌, 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝐭𝐡 – 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟖𝐭𝐡. Participants will get a behind-the-scenes look at CPD operations with both classroom and hands-on activities.Topics include K9, Drone, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Investigations, Crime Scene, Patrol Operations, SWAT, and many more! Snacks and refreshments will be provided.Applicants must be 18 or older and live, work, or worship in Chesterton. 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝟏𝟓 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬.Pick up an application at CPD or by scanning the QR code