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LA PORTE, Ind. – La Porte Community School Corporation will offer free breakfast and lunch to all children ages 18 and under at four community locations this summer through the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Meal service begins Monday, June 2, at Handley Elementary, Kingsford Heights Elementary, and the LaPark community site, with additional service at Kesling Campus running in two later sessions. There is no cost, no registration, and no paperwork. Per program rules, meals must be served and eaten on site. Summer 2026 Meal Service Schedule (View Printable Flyer in English and Spanish) June 2 through June 26

In Porter County, U.S. 6 will close between Mander Road and County Road 350 East on or after Monday, June 1. The road will be closed through the end of July for a bridge deck overlay at Coffee Creek. INDOT says motorists should seek alternate routes. Detours will be posted.

Fun things to do during June at the Michigan City Public Library. Check out the latest with mclib.org. Story Time Wednesday, June 3 & 10   10:00am Join Mr. Dave and Miss Dana for stories, activities, songs, and a craft! For children birth through age 5 and accompanied by an adult.   Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, June 4 12:00pm-4:30pm Make summer shine for patients in need. Please call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter mcplib to schedule an appointment.   Needle Arts Club Thursday, June 4 & 11   5:30pm Hello crafters! Join fellow artists for community building through stitching with the needle

There will be a ‘Fallen Officer Blood Drive’ at the Porter County Expo Center on June 2 from 12:00p.m.-6 p.m. See the flyer for additional information.  

Multiple people were injured in a two vehicle crash Thursday in Starke County. Sheriff Jack Rosa released the following statement: On Thursday, May 28, 2026, at approximately 4:35 a.m., deputies with the Starke County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of U.S. 35 and State Road 8 regarding a two vehicle crash involving injuries. Upon arrival, emergency responders located a light blue 2008 Ford Taurus resting against a red 2024 Jeep Compass, which had come to rest against a guardrail on the south side of State Road 8. Preliminary investigation by the Starke County Sheriff’s Office indicates the red 2024

*****From the La Porte County Sheriff's FACEBOOK PAGE One week has passed, yet the events of last Friday remain vivid and raw for so many. Each day, Deputy Samuelson awakens with a positive attitude, goals in mind, and determination to complete every task placed before him. His strength, resilience, and fighting spirit continue to inspire everyone around him. This is also an appropriate time to recognize and thank those who were there during those critical moments last Friday morning. The law enforcement response from the numerous assisting agencies and their personnel was truly remarkable. Whether on-duty or off-duty, you responded

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The Michiana Lions Club of Michigan City GOLF OUTING will be taking place on Friday June 19th.  Lions District 25 a ZONE 3a Golf Scramble will kick off at Whispering Pines Golf Course with registration at 7:30am along with a chipping and putting contest. Shotgun start from 8a-9a as well. Check out their FACEBOOK page to stay updated. Find out information on the attached flyer as well. TEAM WIMS LIVE! #wims #whfb #localradio

The Indiana Department of Health is offering WARN Training. WARN is a "train the trainer" program designed to provide education about safety when children are in and around water, according to a Facebook post from the Indiana DNR Division of Law Enforcement Facebook page. Drowning is the leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 4 years old. In addition to drowning, preventable injuries occur frequently when children are near water. This training describes strategies to keep children safe. To learn more, visit: https://ow.ly/fcOa50Z2Q5i WARN Training: Water Awareness In Residential Neighborhoods WARN is a "train the trainer" program designed

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office shared that #SammyStrong wristbands will be available beginning today for $5 each. All proceeds will be given to Deputy Samuelson and his wife, Quinn, as they navigate his road to recovery. They will have a table set up outside between the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office and Courthouse today, from 1-4PM. “We welcome anyone who would like to stop by to purchase a wristband or make a donation,” the LCSO said on their Facebook page. “If you’ve already purchased, we will have your wristbands ready to go for you, and they can be picked up

The Valparaiso City Council is reviewing an ordinance for E-Bike usage, with a goal of balancing safety, accessibility and practical enforcement within the City of Valparaiso. Share your thoughts at https://www.ci.valparaiso.in.us/AlertCenter.aspx... Read the ordinance here.

I-94 will have overnight lane closures between U.S. 421 and U.S. 20/35 Thursday, May 28 through Monday, June 1 during the hours of 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. The work zone is currently two lanes in each direction, and I-94 will be further reduced to one lane in each direction during these overnight hours for pavement marking work.

The Michiana Humane Society's Feeding Hope Pet Pantry shelf and bin are nearly empty and they are seeking donations. "Something so small, such as a bag of pet food, can make a difference in an owner needing to surrender, or not surrender, their pet," MHS said on their Facebook page. We're asking for unopened bags of dry kibble and unopened cans of wet food for cats and dogs. We need your help to support families and their pets within our community. "Your generous pet food donations have helped MHS' Feeding Hope reach hundreds or even thousands of families. People who

In Porter County, North Calumet Avenue will close between Indiana 49 and C.R. 900N from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 29, the Town of Chesterton is reporting. A utility crew will be working on three utility poles located well off the road and need to unload matting for the heavy equipment to run on. In addition, INDOT will be closing the south- and northbound turn lanes from Indiana 49 onto North Calumet Avenue

Deadline for physical damage loans approaching WASHINGTON—The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations, homeowners, and renters in Indiana of the June 8 deadline to apply for low-interest federal disaster loans to offset losses from physical damage caused by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 10 – 11. The declaration covers the Indiana counties of Benton, Jasper, Lake, LaPorte, Newton, Porter, Pulaski, Starke, and White, as well as the Illinois counties of Iroquois and Kankakee which are eligible for both Physical Damage Loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) from the SBA. Businesses and private nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM CDT THURSDAY TO 1 AM CDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Waves will quickly build from 1 to 2 feet tonight to 3 to 4 feet Thursday. Dangerous swimming conditions are expected with northeast winds creating strong structural and longshore currents, especially on the north side of piers. * WHERE...Northern La Porte county. * WHEN...From 1 AM CDT Thursday 1 AM CDT Friday. * 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

La PORTE, IN – The Independence Celebration Fireworks Show returns to Fox Park on Friday, July 3, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber. With the La Porte County Convention & Visitors Bureau providing the Exclusive Fireworks Sponsorship, the City of La Porte will once again kick off the 4th of July holiday with free fireworks over Clear Lake after dusk (approximately 9 p.m.). "We are excited to kick off what will undoubtedly be an amazing July 4 celebration,” Schreiber said. “Thank you to the CVB for their generous support to once again help make this happen.” Adding to the festivities, The 1985

The Grand Finale Hoosier Star will take place on September 12, 2026 at the La Porte Civic Auditorium La Porte - The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is pleased to announce the 2026 Hoosier Star Grand Finale Finalists! These individuals will compete, in their respective divisions, for the title of HOOSIER STAR! Each finalist will sing a song of their choosing accompanied by the LCSO. Audience members and a panel of celebrity judges will decide the winner! First place Adult and Youth Winners will receive a $1,000 prize. Second place Adult and Youth Winners will receive a $500 prize. This

Michigan City, IN — The Rotary Club of Michigan City invites the community to participate in an impactful new event, “Quarters for Change,” taking place on Thursday, June 25 from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Gill Field at Elston. This unique fundraiser aims to create a “quarter mile of quarters” by lining the entire track with donated quarters. The event is designed to bring the community together in support of the Rotary Club’s service initiatives, particularly those focused on youth in Michigan City. A portion of the proceeds will also directly benefit the Michigan City High School Marching Band, with 25

The Porter County Health Department is hosting an ongoing diaper drive to support local families in need, and they're asking the community to come together to help keep supplies stocked. What they provide to WIC families (while supplies last): *2 packs of diapers and wipes per family, per month "These supplies are essential for families—and demand continues to grow, the Health Department said on their Facebook page. "Your donations help ensure we can keep supporting parents and caregivers in our community. Every donation, big or small, makes a direct impact for local families. Thank you for helping us take care