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Press release by Franciscan Health: MISHAWAKA, Ind. -- Newly released results for the 2022 Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) show Franciscan ACO (Accountable Care Organization) far outperforming the national average. In 2022, the first year under the Enhanced MSSP model, Franciscan ACO achieved a quality score of 86.36% and saved the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services $31.4 million, earning Franciscan ACO $23.1 million in shared savings. As a participant in the MSSP, Franciscan ACO is responsible for the total cost and quality of care for approximately 41,000 patients. Franciscan partners with physician groups, hospitals and other advance practice providers

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) gave an update Friday about the ongoing construction taking place at its administrative offices. Since the flood that occurred on Christmas Day last year, the administrative offices of the LCSO have been under construction, the LCSO said.  Work is progressing and is now scheduled to move into the lobby area of the agency. A tunnel from the south entry / exit doors of the La Porte County Complex extending to the main lobby of the Sheriff’s Office was erected Friday for the next phase of the project.  The tunnel will allow normal operations

With the deer reduction zone season underway and the statewide archery deer season starting Oct. 1, Indiana Conservation Officers remind hunters to stay safe. According to the DNR, more than 300,000 people are expected to participate in some form of deer hunting in Indiana during the various deer hunting seasons that run through Jan. 31, 2024, and the overwhelming majority typically do so safely. The DNR says when injuries occur, the most common are from accidents involving hunting from tree stands and elevated platforms. The DNR says to avoid such injuries, hunters should follow the safety tips listed below when

Michigan City High School inducted 13 students into its inaugural Computer Science Honor Society chapter Wednesday night. To qualify for induction, students must have been enrolled at MCHS for at least one semester, receiving a B or better in a Computer Science Course. MCHS now offers eight courses in Computer Science, with pathways in both Computer Science and Cybersecurity. Michigan City High School students Trevor Ackerman, Gavin Baldwin, Jess Buetow, Ethan David, Isaac LaFrance, Meshank Lunchsford, Aeden Phillips, O'mar Reyes, Levi Scoville, Carlos Serrano, Kourtnie Stockley, James Symons, and Jayden Wilson were inducted.

Governor Eric Holcomb announced Friday, the launch of Shatterproof Treatment Atlas, a free, confidential, first-of-its-kind tool to connect Hoosiers in need with appropriate addiction treatment and deliver user-friendly information about the quality of available programs. “Hoosiers with substance use disorder deserve timely access to quality care as soon as they’re ready to accept help,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Treatment Atlas puts recovery within immediate reach, giving Hoosiers and their loved ones a trusted resource to find evidence-based, high-quality treatment that meets their unique needs, anywhere in the state.” Indiana is one of 13 states to partner with Shatterproof, a national nonprofit organization dedicated

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced temporary lane closures on I-80/94. Crews will close three lanes on westbound I-80/94 between mile markers 8.5 and 6.5 to repair joint sealing. The lane closures are scheduled to start at 8 p.m. on October 2, and be complete by 5 a.m. on October 3. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change. INDOT says motorists should watch for slowed traffic in the area during the work and consider seeking an alternate route. INDOT encourages drivers to consider worker safety by slowing down, using extra caution and

Press release by Michigan City Area Schools: MICHIGAN CITY, IND.,  – Do you truly love what you do for a living? What are you passionate about? High-ability elementary school students from Michigan City Area Schools went beyond a traditional career fair to ask pressing questions such as these during a small-group interview session with members of the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce recently, part of a project titled “Living on Purpose: Finding Your Passion and Making an Impact.” Fifteen members of the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce took part in the interview session with the students, who are in multiage

MICHIGAN CITY, IN - If you are looking to replace a bed in your home, now is the time. Michigan City High School Band Program is excited to announce it will be hosting the 1st Annual one-day Mattress Fundraiser on Sunday, October 29th, from 11am-6pm. For one day only, the High School will be transformed into a mattress showroom. For information about the sale, go to bit.ly/beds4michigancity23. There will be 30 mattress styles on display in all sizes in styles for customers to try, priced below retail. Adjustable power bases, premium pillows, bed frames, and mattress protectors will be available as well.

Westville, Ind. – Governor Eric  Holcomb broke ground Thursday on the new correctional facility in Westville. The 1.4 million square foot facility will provide a modern and efficient space for both incarcerated individuals and Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) staff who work in the facility. Gov. Holcomb announced the new correctional facility as part of his 2021 NextLevel Agenda and recommitted to the $1.2 billion project in his 2023 agenda. “Now more than ever it is crucial that we upgrade, modernize and expand our facilities that provide essential government services,” said Gov. Holcomb. “We are consolidating and building the largest

Friday, October 6, 2023- Elkhart County 10 a.m. – Noon ET *While supplies last. Where: Wakarusa Missionary Church, 202 W. Waterford St., Wakarusa, IN 46573 *This is a USDA distribution and will serve 200 households.   Monday, October 9, 2023- Marshall County 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: Argos United Methodist Church, 570 N. Michigan St., Argos, IN 46501 *This distribution is sponsored by Kroger with added USDA product and will serve 200 households.   Wednesday, October 11, 2023- LaPorte County 9 a.m.- 11 a.m. CT *While supplies last. Where: Kingsford Heights Community Center, 515 Wayland

Valparaiso, IN – Gabis Arboretum at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is celebrating the Halloween spirit with its second annual Hallo-Weekend on Oct. 6 and 7. The festivities include two nights of outdoor movies; one for adults with an add-on ghost hunting tour and one night for families with trick or treating. Gates open at 6 p.m. Oct. 6 for a film screening of “The Conjuring.” The screening starts at dusk, which will be approximately 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults. Visitors must be 18 years or older. Northwest Indiana Paranormal and the PNW Paranormal Club will lead a 45-minute

Chesterton, IN – The Duneland Chamber of Commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Celebration for LEAP Solutions, LLC on Friday, October 13 at 4:30 pm.  LEAP Solutions, LLC is located at 751 E. Porter Ave, Suite 1, Chesterton, IN. The public is invited to the grand opening and ribbon cutting of LEAP Solutions, LLC. Lakeshore Educational Assessments & Psychological (LEAP) Solutions offers psychoeducational evaluations and family consultation to help you find the right solutions for your child’s success at home and at school. Please join us for a grand opening and ribbon cutting on Friday, October 13 at 4:30 pm,

Press release by Franciscan Health: MUNSTER, Ind. – Cardiologist Roland Njei, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Munster. Dr. Njei completed his training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, graduating magna cum laude and with distinction. He completed his residency and fellowship in cardiology-oncology at Washington University School of Medicine’s Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis. His clinical interests are general cardiology, cardiology-oncology, preventative cardiology, heart failure and cardiac imaging. Dr. Njei is fluent in French and is accepting patients at Franciscan Physician Network Cardiology Munster, 701 Superior Ave., Suite J

Governor Eric Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Senator Diane Feinstein per President Biden. "Flags should be lowered to half-staff statewide as a mark of respect for Sen. Feinstein and her service as a United States Senator," Holcomb's office said in a press release. "Flags should be lowered immediately until a date of interment is released." Gov. Holcomb is asking businesses and residents in Indiana to lower their flags as well.

Over one hundred people attended the ribbon cutting and grand reopening at Patricks’ Grille yesterday. Hosted by the Michigan City Chamber, guests enjoyed complimentary appetizers while learning about the venue’s expanded catering services and private event spaces. Patrick’s Grille Catering & Events provides on-site and off-site catering services for corporate and social customers. The facility is now kid-friendly for family celebrations and provides breakfast, lunch, appetizers and dinners for any occasion.   Patrick’s Grille retains its chic, contemporary atmosphere and the modern American cuisine it is known for. The new business model includes opening for major holiday meals such as Easter and Mother’s Day.

A delinquency charge of intimidation has been filed against a 16-year-old junior after the Chesterton Police Department said that he brought a “realistic-looking” Airsoft gun to Chesterton High School Wednesday morning, the Chesterton Police announced on their Facebook page. A lockdown was put into place at Chesterton High School at approximately 9:30 a.m., while the Chesterton Police Department investigated. At approximately 10:15 a.m. the CPD reported that the lockdown had been lifted. The student was reportedly transported to the Porter County Juvenile Services Center. The Chesterton Police released a statement at 10:45 a.m. Wednesday: “Chief Tim Richardson and Assistant Chief

Two Illinois residents were arrested Wednesday after leading police on a pursuit and allegedly tossing packages of marijuana out the window along the way. The Lake County Sheriff’s Department says it all started just after noon, when a detective with the department’s Highway Interdiction Unit conducted a traffic stop on a Dodge Durango SUV on westbound I-94 in LaPorte County.  Police say the driver of the SUV had committed several traffic violations and as the detective got out of his vehicle to approach the SUV, the driver fled at a high rate of speed westbound on I-94. According to police,

Press release by Michigan City Area Schools: Twelve Michigan City High School students have earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students' hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance on the PSAT and AP exams. To be eligible for recognition, students must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher, PSAT scores within the top 10% in their category, or earn a score of 3 or higher on 2 or more AP exams in 9th and 10th grade. Students must also attend school in a rural area or small town, or

2023 Stuff A Bus effort restocks The Salvation Army of Michigan City’s food pantry for the fall season. Donation results include 4,500 pounds of donated non-perishable food/hygiene items, 381 meat vouchers (valued at $5 each), and $1300 in cash donations. Saturday’s STUFF A BUS event went well, according to Dorene Martinson, Marketing Director for First Trust Credit Union. First Trust has the lead role of organizing this event every year, and this year’s event will restock the shelves of The Salvation Army of Michigan City’s food pantry. “I’m pleased with the results we achieved this year,” Martinson said. “Even with

PRESS Release OFFICE OF MAYOR DUANE PARRY City of Michigan City OUR CITY………………YOUR VOTE With the upcoming fall elections on November 7th, Mayor Duane Parry wanted to take this opportunity to explain to the Michigan City community the upcoming process for voting this fall as Voting Centers have been approved. YOU WILL NOT BE VOTING AT YOUR TRADITIONAL PRIMARY LOCATIONS ANY LONGER. Early Voting in Michigan City will be at the County Offices located at 302 W. 8th Street Beginning Wednesday, October 11th through Friday, November 3rd (8:00am-4:00pm) MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY Saturday, October 28th (8:00am-3:00pm) Saturday, November 4th(8:00am-3:00pm) Monday, November