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On Saturday, Nov. 11, Purdue University Northwest is honoring our veterans with a celebration breakfast. This celebration is open to all of the PNW community and the public. This year’s event will be held at the PNW branch campus in Westville, Indiana, and will include breakfast and a keynote address. More information can be found below, on the flyer for the event and at www.pnw.edu/event/veterans-day-celebration/. Schedule of Events 8:15 a.m. – Registration 8:30 a.m. – Breakfast Buffet 9 a.m. – Program Starts Keynote Speaker Retired State Senator Jim Arnold Senator Arnold was born and graduated from Michigan City Elston High

Mayor of Valparaiso Matt Murphy released a statement on Monday regarding the stabbing of Valparaiso University Graduate student Varun Raj Pucha, which occurred Oct. 29 at Planet Fitness: "All of Valparaiso was shocked to learn of the recent stabbing of Valparaiso University graduate student Varun Raj Pucha. He was preparing to receive his master's degree in computer science in December. I have been in regular contact with Valparaiso University President Jose Padilla and have offered City assistance, as needed. I have also been working with Sen. Todd Young’s office to secure emergency visas so that Varun’s family can travel to

NEW BUFFALO, Mich. — The Berrien County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal motorcycle that left one person dead Monday night in New Buffalo Township, Michigan. The Berrien County Sheriff’s Office responded to an incident at around 9:24 p.m. local time on West U.S. 12 and Red Arrow Highway. Police say the incident, which was not reported when it occurred, was brought to their attention by an observant off-duty BCSO deputy who noticed a motorcycle on its side adjacent to a parking lot, well off the roadway. Recognizing the suspicious nature of the situation, the off-duty deputy  contacted an on-duty

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation announced urgent roadway repairs for I-65 northbound near mile marker 244. I-65 northbound will be reduced to one lane through this area (north of State Road 2) while repairs are being made. These lane closures are expected to be in place through Friday morning. Motorists should expect delays during peak times and are encouraged to seek alternate routes.  

Press release by Healthcare Foundation of La Porte: LA PORTE, IN - Playon (playonapp.com), a unique web platform built to make active living easy, and Healthcare Foundation of La Porte (HFL) are delighted to announce their new collaboration in support of HFL’s Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Initiative. The partnership, kicking off this November, seeks to promote active living options available throughout the county, making it easier for residents to get and stay active. Having launched its Beta in June, Playon has been steadfast in its commitment to centralizing information related to community activities, from local park profiles to diverse

On Friday, November 3, 2023, Healthcare Foundation of La Porte (HFL) held its second AED Celebration in 2023 at the HFL Conference & Learning Center. Each year, HFL provides grants for automated external defibrillators (AEDs) as part of its When Seconds Count: AED Initiative. The initiative helps ensure the La Porte County community has access to life-saving devices. When Seconds Count: AED Initiative Partnerships  HFL works closely with La Porte County EMS through the AED Collective to educate the community on the importance of routine AED maintenance, AED registration, and CPR training. This work ensures our community has a safe,

A motorist died in hospital following a single-vehicle accident on County Road 200W in Liberty Township on Thursday evening, Nov. 2, according to a Facebook post from the Town of Chesterton. According to the PCSP, at 6:13 p.m. officers were dispatched to the 900 north block of County Road 200W, after a witness reported seeing a vehicle hit a tree and possibly rolling. Officers located the vehicle in the middle of the roadway, which was occupied by a male driver. “All airbags had deployed and the vehicle had major damage,” the PCSP said. “The male was conscious/alert and was speaking

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - Canadian National Railway plans to close State Road 53/Broadway at their railroad crossing between 66th Place and Carolyn Drive beginning on or after Friday, Nov. 10. State Road 53 will be closed for around one week in this location while they replace their at-grade crossing. Motorists should seek an alternate route. The local detour will follow 61st Avenue, State Road 55 and 73rd Avenue. Through traffic is encouraged to use I-65.

Michigan City Mayor Duane Parry’s Office announced that Meijer Drive has been repaved. The office said they had received numerous complaints over the conditions of Meijer Drive in front of the three big box stores. “Mayor Parry and the city aggressively worked to take over ownership of this roadway and with the assistance of the Redevelopment Commission, the Board of Works, and engineer Brad Minnick,” the Parry’s office said in a press release. Within two weeks of acquisition of the roadway, the City has repaved it entirely. “These same groups are actively pursuing permissions with the State and property owners

MICHIGAN CITY, IN – November 3, 2023 — New officers were recently installed to help lead the Jobs for America’s Graduates (J.A.G.) program at Michigan City High School, during a ceremony that also featured a donation made possible by students’ community service work last school year. In a ceremony held at the school last week, 23 students were sworn in to office, including Mackenzie Rojas, who will serve as president during this school year. The J.A.G. Program is offered to MCHS students through a partnership with WorkOne and the Center of Workforce Innovations. The program helps students prepare for the

On Friday, Michigan City Mayor Duane Parry awarded all proceeds from the Mayor’s Ball to three of his favorite charites. These charites and their representatives, The Social and Learning Institute of Michigan City, Michigan City Service League, and the LaPorte County Meals on Wheels, were presented their checks at a ceremony at City Hall Friday morning. Each group was awarded $5,746.16 from the ball proceeds. "Mayor Parry who is just in awe of all three charities and what they do on a daily basis for our citizens and the citizens of LaPorte county, decided to award an additional $1,500.00 each

Press release, United States Attorney’s Office Northern District of Indiana: HAMMOND- Today, the U.S. Department of Justice announced several new commitments as part of its Comprehensive Strategy for Reducing Violent Crime. Instituted by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland in May 2021, the strategy focuses on harnessing federal resources, intelligence, and expertise as a force-multiplier with state and local law enforcement. Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco and Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta highlighted the more than $334 million in critical grant funding to law enforcement agencies and stakeholders nationwide, awarded today by the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS

On Friday, Mayor Duane Parry announced the recipients of the Non-Profit Grants in a presentation at City Hall. Funding for these grants was funding the City received from the American Relief Plan. Representatives from each organization were present to receive their award. This was the second cycle of the ARPA Grants from the City of Michigan City. For the second cycle: There were 33 Grant Requests 22 Grant Requests were recommended and approved. The total amount requested was $1,209,279 $579,642 of grant requests were recommended and approved. Following is the list of non-profit organizations and the amount of the grants

CROWN POINT, Ind. - Board-certified family medicine physician Da Hee Mary Lee, DO, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Crown Point. Dr. Lee completed medical school at Des Moines University in Des Moines, Iowa.  She completed her residency at the University of Chicago Medicine Advent Health in LaGrange, Ill. Her clinical interests include chronic disease management and prevention; mental health; pediatrics; women’s health and wellness. Dr. Lee is fluent in Korean and is accepting new patients at Schererville Health Center at 7310 W. Lincoln Highway in Crown Point. To make an appointment,

The nation’s top basketball prospects will once again gather to play at the historic La Porte Civic Auditorium this January, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody. The La Porte Invitational returns for its third year Thursday, Jan. 4 through Saturday, Jan. 6 at the Civic. This three-day, nationally televised basketball showcase will feature 11 of the best high school programs in the nation, with over 20 of ESPN’s top-ranked recruits. With its old-school charm and classic “Hoosiers” feel, Dermody said there’s no better stage than the Civic to watch the NCAA and NBA talent of tomorrow. “The La Porte

News release by Indiana Department of Health: The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to get vaccinated against influenza (flu) after confirming the first two flu-related deaths of the 2023-24 season. No additional information about the patients will be released due to privacy laws. Hundreds of Hoosiers become sick from influenza, and some cases are fatal. More than 270 Hoosiers died after contracting influenza during the 2022-23 flu season, which typically runs from October through May. “Influenza can quickly become a serious, even life-threatening illness for some Hoosiers,” said State Health Commissioner Lindsay Weaver, M.D., FACEP. “While no two flu

A single-vehicle crash Thursday night left County Road 200 West in Liberty Township temporarily closed while firefighters worked on extricating a driver from the vehicle. The crash, which occurred around 6:12 p.m. shut down 200 West between 900 North and 1000 North for approximately one hour while firefighters were working the scene. Arriving firefighters found the vehicle upright and perpendicular in the middle of the road just south of the CSX railroad tracks with significant damage to the vehicle, which was later towed. It is currently unknown what caused the driver – who was headed south on 200 West to

Press release by City of Michigan City: On Tuesday November 7th and Friday November 10th, most City offices, including City Hall and non-emergency City Operations will be closed for Election Day and on Friday to observe Veteran’s Day. There will be no interruption in Transit services as they will be operating their normal schedules. Our Refuse Department will be operating a normal schedule on Tuesday and will be closed on Friday to observe Veterans Day. Refuse pickup will only be delayed on Friday and Friday’s pickup will take place on Saturday November 11th. PLEASE take a moment to remember all

The Indiana Department of Insurance announced that open enrollment for 2024 coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace has started. The open enrollment period gives you an opportunity to enroll, re-enroll or change your health insurance plan.   Important Dates December 15, 2023: Last day to enroll in or change plans and pay the first month’s premium for coverage to start January 1, 2023. January 15, 2024: Last day to enroll in or change a 2024 health plan and pay the first month’s premium for coverage to start February 1, 2024. After January 15, 2024, you can enroll in or change

News release by Indiana Department of Agriculture: Indianapolis, IN – Agriculture educators play a vital role within their communities by investing countless hours to prepare and empower students for successful careers in the industry. To honor their contributions and support them with additional resources, Nationwide and Indiana FFA are accepting nominations for Indiana’s leading agricultural teachers for a chance to be named as the 2023-2024 Ag Educator of the Year. Nationwide and its state partners recently recognized 64 exceptional agricultural teachers as 2022-2023 Golden Owl Award® finalists and then honored nine grand prize winners as their state’s Ag Educator of the Year.