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News Release, Purdue University Northwest: The Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (PNW) proudly announces the graduates of the Leadership Northwest Indiana (LNI) program. This premium leadership program, facilitated by a team that includes faculty members from PNW’s College of Business, as well as leadership practitioners, meets once a month for 8 months. A 360 assessment and custom coaching are program highlights. The facilitation team provides research-based leadership content and skill-building for effective leadership in the workplace and in life. “We are thrilled with such a great turnout this year. Thirty-nine willing participants started and completed the program with excellence,” said

Yesterday (5/19) at 1:58 PM, deputies responded to the 8300 west block of CR 400 North, reference a two-vehicle crash.  The initial on-scene investigation completed by Deputy Xavier Biggerstaff and assisting deputies determined the following had occurred.   A black 2016 Audi, being driven by Cynthia L. SCHOOF (74 YOA) of La Porte, had been traveling east on CR 400 North.  The Audi traveled left of center and into the westbound lane of travel.  A blue 2021 Subaru, being driven by Susan A. HALL (68 YOA) of La Porte, had been traveling west on CR 400 North.  A collision between

Michigan City High School celebrated a milestone on Friday, May 17, as it marked the 10th Anniversary of its Early College, the first program of its kind in the Northwest Indiana region.   The MCHS Early College program launched in August 2014, when it was certified by the University of Indianapolis’ Center of Excellence in Leadership of Learning (CELL). Founders of the program, including MCAS Superintendent Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, Associate Superintendent Dr. Wendel McCollum, former Curriculum Director Jan Radford, School Board Member and former teachers’ union president Phyllis Stark, Counselor Rhonda LaMarr, and former principal Bonnie Manuel were honored during

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On Sunday afternoon at 1:10 PM, deputies responded to the 3400 north block of US 35, reference a motorcycle crash with injuries. The initial on-scene investigation completed by Deputies Andy Morse and Sawyer Laffoon determined the following had occurred. A green 2012 Can-Am Spyder motorcycle was traveling northwest on US 35. For an unknown reason, the motorcycle left the east side of the roadway in the 3500 north block. The motorcycle traveled across a lawn and collided with a tree and landscaping. The motorcycle continued traveling off the roadway and crashed into some boulders, before coming to rest in a

The Center for Creative Solutions bestowed its CREO! to Antonio Conley at Michigan City’s First Friday (May 3, 2024). Conley received the prestigious award for starting and running the Michigan City Kidspreneur Program for young entrepreneurs and creatives. The event marked the last one of northwest Indiana’s celebration of World Creativity & Innovation Week, sponsored by the Center. The honor recognizes an individual or organization for outstanding contributions to promoting a culture of innovation in the region. Outside his role as lead volunteer for the program, Conley wears many hats. An engaged father of four children, Conley works as a

Payonk will compete with 13 other contestants for the title of Donut Champion during the 9th Annual Donut Eating Contest to support The Salvation Army of Michigan City. It will take place on Friday, June 7 at Blue Chip Casino in the Stardust Event Center. Doors open at 9am and the contest will begin at 10am.   The event is free and open to the public.   With a $10 donation to The Salvation Army, the public can vote for the person they think will eat the most donuts in 10 minutes. A winner will be drawn at random from

Attorney General Todd Rokita is dispensing more than $8.8 million to Indiana cities, towns and counties in the next round of opioid settlement funds distributed under his leadership.  Attorney General Rokita and his team secured these settlements from companies that allegedly contributed to the state’s opioid epidemic through irresponsible and/or unlawful actions.  “Hoosiers have seen far too many of our loved ones suffer and even die from opioid addiction and overdose,” Attorney General Rokita said. “Misconduct by drug companies helped start this epidemic in the first place, and it has played a large role in perpetuating the crisis. We can’t

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The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecasted an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Saturday, May 18, 2024, for North Central and Northwest Indiana. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range (Orange) in the following areas: North Central Indiana, including the cities of: Elkhart, Goshen, Knox, Logansport, Plymouth, Peru, South Bend, Warsaw, Winamac and all other cities within the area. Northwest Indiana, including the cities of: Crown Point, Gary, Hammond, Kentland, LaPorte, Michigan City, Portage, Rensselaer, Valparaiso and all other cities within the area. High temperatures are expected to reach the 80's on Saturday which is well above

No one was injured Tuesday, May 14, in a hit-and-run accident in the construction zone on State Road 49, according to the Town of Chesterton Facebook page. Police say at 6:43 a.m. the driver of a red pickup truck was northbound in the left lane of State Road 49, north of 1100N, when he or she attempted to pull in front of a second vehicle northbound in the right lane. Without room enough to make the merge before hitting the cones, however, the driver of the pickup slowed instead and, while trying to pull behind the second vehicle, struck its

CHESTERTON, Ind. -- A motorist was injured Wednesday, May 15, in a four-vehicle chain-reaction crash on State Road 49, the Chesterton Fire Department is reporting. Just before 7 p.m. a 31-year-old Chesterton resident was southbound on State Road 49 when, approximately 500 feet north of the intersection with East Porter Ave., his white pickup truck clipped the rear of a second vehicle, a red pickup driven by an 18-year-old Valparaiso resident. The Chesterton resident in his white pickup then continued southbound, rear-ending a white SUV driven by a 51-year-old Valparaiso resident, and the impact of that collision forced the SUV

Governor Eric Holcomb Thursday applauded new provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicating a nearly 18% decrease in overdose deaths in Indiana, the second highest percentage decrease among all 50 states. “Hours after I was sworn in as governor in 2017, I signed an executive order creating a new cabinet-level position in state government dedicated to reversing the trend of overdose deaths,” Gov. Holcomb said. “In the seven years since, Indiana has taken thoughtful steps to address this epidemic. This encouraging trend underscores the collective efforts and strategic initiatives implemented to combat substance use throughout

News Release, Purdue University Northwest: Valparaiso, IN – Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest will host six outdoor family-friendly music shows for its 2024 annual Acorn Concert Series. Starting May 24, Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest opens its series with rock and pop musical artists. The 2024 lineup includes nationally acclaimed tribute bands playing hits by Jimmy Buffett, Elton John, Dave Matthews Band, Creedence Clearwater Revival and The Grateful Dead. Gone 2 Paradise, the Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band, kicks off the series on at 7 p.m. on May 24. Spotlighted on the Acorn stage this summer, The Cream of Clapton

News Release, Franciscan Health: Area residents can lace up their walking shoes for a healthy dose of information and exercise as Franciscan Health’s free Walk With A Doc program steps off in Michigan City on May 29. The free 5K walks will begin at City Hall at 100 E. Michigan Blvd. at 6 p.m. Central each Wednesday May 29 through July 3 with a brief health talk by a physician or clinical staff member followed by stretching and walking through Washington Park. Registration takes place on-site only beginning at 5:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Participants need not complete the 5K walk

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - There is a reduced speed limit of 35 mph for the work zone on U.S. 30 between the Illinois State Line and U.S. 41 that is ongoing through the fall. There is currently a concrete restoration project taking place through this area, with full depth patching and joint repairs. There is also a preventative maintenance bridge deck overlay being done on the Plum Creek bridge between Hart Street and Moeller Street. This work is expected to wrap up on or around May 24. U.S. 30 will then have alternating lane closures between Castlewood Drive and St.

Press Release, Indiana Department of Education: Governor Eric J. Holcomb, Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner and Treasurer Daniel Elliott welcomed the four members of the 2024 Governor’s STEM Team to the Indiana Statehouse, where they honored outstanding high school students for their exceptional efforts in science, technology, engineering and math. “Each year, I am blown away by the incredible accomplishments of our Hoosier students selected for the STEM Team,” said Gov. Holcomb. “It is inspiring to see what they are able to achieve at such a young age, and I’m excited to watch them continue to grow into our

News Release, Purdue University Northwest: Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has earned official designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education (DOE). This designation makes PNW the largest HSI in the state of Indiana. Upon completion of assessment, the U.S. DOE designates colleges and universities as HSIs that have enrolled at least 25% of undergraduate full-time students who self-identify as Hispanic or Latino. Since the 2022-23 academic year, PNW has enrolled a full-time undergraduate student population that is over 25% Latino. Within that population, approximately 70% are first-generation students. PNW’s enrollment figures also show it serves the

The Michigan City Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the public to attend a Murder Mystery Dinner at Krueger Memorial Hall on May 24 with the doors opening at 5:30 pm. This is a themed event with 1920's dress attire. See a link to purchase tickets on the Michigan City Police Department Facebook page.