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The Michigan City Police Department, Michigan City Fire Department, and Michigan City Area Schools will once again be “United for the United Way” as they hold their traditional Car Wash fundraiser on August 27. Representatives from the three entities will be stationed at the MCAS Plant Planning parking lot across from Ames Field from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Again this year, a “waterless wash” option is available for those who prefer to donate but do not want to have a vehicle washed. In addition, all donations made online on August 27 at https://www.unitedwaylpc.org/ will be credited to the car

In Starke and Marshall County, crews will conduct seal coat operations on State Road 10 between State Road 23 and State Road 17 starting on or after Monday, August 24. Scrub seal operations will take place for approximately two days during the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The recommended state road detour is State Road 23, State Road 8 and State Road 17. This work is weather sensitive so the schedule is subject to change.

MUNSTER, Ind. – Franciscan Health Cancer Center Munster is hosting a free Mediterranean cuisine cooking class for cancer survivors and their caregivers. Attendees are invited to learn about Mediterranean cuisine with Franciscan Health Dietitian Elizabeth Remmers. As Remmers prepares a meal, cancer survivors and their caregivers will learn more about the multiple benefits of the heart-healthy Mediterranean lifestyle, which includes eating nutrient-dense whole foods. Class members will taste samples of the recipes being prepared and will receive Mediterranean cuisine recipes to take home as part of the event. The course is scheduled to take place from 1-2:30 p.m. Central on

Gorgeous Day in Union Mills. TEAM WIMS live at the 40th Annual Mill Pond Festival in Union Mills. Parade was fantastic. Stop by today and Sunday. Awesome food, vendors, music, family fun, kids zone and so much more. Visit their website at www.millpondfestival.org. Thank you to our Event Sponsor Visit Michigan City LaPorte #wims #whfb Mill Pond Fest

Advocates for Remaining Power Restoration and Connects Residents with Financial Assistance As Valparaiso enters its second weekend of recovery following the severe August 11 storm, City crews continue working extended hours to remove debris, restore public spaces and assist residents, while Mayor Jon Costas and local officials continue advocating for residents who remain without electricity. “We know how difficult this has been, especially for the residents who are entering Day 11 without power,” said Mayor Jon Costas. “I want our residents to know that we hear you, we understand your frustration and we are continuing to work on your behalf.

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions expected. Waves 3 to 6 feet. Strong rip and structural currents expected. * WHERE...In Indiana, Northern La Porte county. In Michigan, Northern Berrien and Southern Berrien counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ this morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. Do not venture out on piers. Today Partly cloudy

As summer winds down, the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols as part of the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over national enforcement campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Through the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP), an ICJI initiative that provides federal funding for local traffic safety enforcement, deputies will work overtime beginning August 19 through September 7, to identify and stop motorists under the influence of drugs and alcohol. “Deputies are seeing the consequences of impaired driving far too often,” said Administrative

Additional ramp closures will start next week along State Road 912/Cline Ave for resurfacing. The ramp closure schedule is weather dependent and subject to change but is currently as follows: Closed on or after Monday, August 24 for approximately one week: - State Road 312 to southbound State Road 912 - Southbound State Road 912 to Gary Rd Closed on or after Monday, August 24 for approximately 16 days: - Westbound and eastbound U.S. 20/12 to southbound State Road 912 - Southbound State Road 912 to westbound U.S. 20/Michigan St - Southbound State Road 912 to eastbound U.S. 20/U.S. 12/5th

Portage Mayor Austin Bonta gave the following statement on Friday regarding tree limb pickup: "Tree limb pickup announcement: After this weekend, we will have a company coming in that is going to take over the process of picking up the remaining tree limbs across our city. This company will be working on limbs from sunup to sundown every day, seven days a week, until all the debris has been picked up. I will have more to say in detail by Monday when it comes to how this will run and will make sure information gets our in ways beyond just

The National Weather Service has issued multiple beach hazards statements: Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Northern Indiana Northern La Porte-Northern Berrien-Southern Berrien- ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions expected. Waves 3 to 5 feet. Strong rip and structural currents expected. * WHERE...In Indiana, Northern La Porte county. In Michigan, Northern Berrien and Southern Berrien counties. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - A traffic stop on the Indiana Toll Road earlier this week resulted in several charges to include weapons and drug charges for a Flossmoor, IL man, according to the Indiana State Police Toll Road post. On Wednesday at approximately 8:36 pm CST, a trooper made a traffic stop on a 2017 BMW traveling eastbound for having no taillights on the Indiana Toll Road near mile marker 50 in LaPorte County. According to police, while speaking to the driver of the BMW, the trooper could smell the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. A search

Today Sunny, with a high near 77.   Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Chance of precipitation is 40%.   Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.   Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61.   Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 72.

Tour de La Porte is almost here the La Porte County Family YMCA would like the public to be aware of temporary road closures and traffic impacts on Saturday, August 22. To help you plan your travels, they have included the official road closure press release with all the details on affected roads, closure times, and reopening information. See the press release for complete road closure information.

CROWN POINT, Ind. -- Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a DONA International Birth Doula workshop over two weekends in October. Doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous physical, emotional and informational support to their clients before, during and shortly after childbirth. A doula may help communicate a woman's birth plan, create a comfortable environment during delivery or simply provide the general support a family may seek during this pivotal time. A doula does not perform clinical tasks. The Franciscan Health Crown Point Family Birth Center offers doula services to families free of charge via a volunteer doula program. The

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. — Following severe storms and widespread power outages across La Porte County, Farmed & Forged Producers Market is expanding its SNAP matching program this weekend to provide additional food purchasing support for households already facing food insecurity.   For participating shoppers, that means $20 in SNAP benefits can provide up to $80 in total purchasing power for SNAP-eligible food from local farmers and food producers. The enhanced match will be available this weekend only at: ● Farmed & Forged Michigan City: Saturday, August 22, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ● Farmed & Forged La Porte: Sunday,

DEVELOPING SITUATION A confirmed derecho impacted the state and resulted in widespread damaging winds, at least two tornadoes, large hail, and flash flooding. Persistent rainfall remained in the area due to high moisture and extreme instability that began on Aug. 11, 2026. The State Emergency Operations Center increased staffing levels on Aug. 12 for coordination and resource support, increasing to a Level III (Emergency Conditions). Governor Mike Braun issued a statewide disaster declaration for the severe weather and flooding on Aug. 13, 2026. County Emergency Declarations: The following twenty-two (22) counties have issued county emergency declarations: Carroll, Cass, Dearborn, Delaware,

Press Release, Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs:  INDIANAPOLIS — At the direction of Governor Mike Braun, a new program has been created to provide critical financial assistance and resources to veterans and their families displaced by recent severe weather across the state. "Indiana stands with our Hoosier veterans, especially in times of crisis when natural disasters disrupt lives and threaten the security of families across our state," said Governor Braun. “No veteran should face these challenges alone, and Indiana is here to support those who have served with the same dedication they have shown to our great nation. The Indiana

Today Sunny, with a high near 76.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 59.   Friday Sunny, with a high near 77.   Friday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Chance of precipitation is 40%.   Saturday A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 75.   Saturday Night A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 61.

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Dunnet Bay Construction Company will conduct overnight lane closures on I-94 between U.S. 421 and U.S. 20/35 (mile marker 34-40) during the hours of 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. over the next two weeks. Lane closures will first occur for two evenings beginning on or after  tonight Thursday, August 20. Crews will be removing the work zone configuration currently in place to put traffic back into the standard three-lane configuration in both directions, as well as conducting guardrail repairs. Overnight lane closures will occur for four nights starting on or

Chesterton, IN – The Duneland Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that the 6th Annual Vino al Fresco Wine Tasting Festival will take place as planned this Saturday, August 22, from 5 to 8 PM in Thomas Centennial Park. After a difficult week for the Duneland community, the Chamber is looking forward to bringing people together for an evening in downtown Chesterton. Guests are invited to enjoy wine tastings, live music, local food and time with friends while also showing some extra support for the downtown businesses that have weathered a challenging week. “This community has been through a