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“PLANT SMART, DO YOUR PART! Pollinator Garden Planting Workshop” will provide a hands-on experience in which participants will practice planting a native plant or more, take it home with you, then transfer them to your yard, school, business, or organization (with permission of course). Leslie Shad, former National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Board Member, and Kathy Sipple, founder of NWI Region Resilience, have decades of experience between them in recommending native plants and in designing pollinator gardens which they'll share with you. Help us certify with NWF to become the first city, county, and state ever via the Hoosier Habitats Challenge!

Ted Turner, the media maverick and philanthropist who founded CNN, a pioneering 24-hour network that revolutionized television news, died peacefully Wednesday, surrounded by his family, according to a news release from Turner Enterprises. He was 87. The Ohio-born Atlanta businessman, nicknamed “The Mouth of the South” for his outspoken nature, built a media empire that encompassed cable’s first superstation and popular channels for movies and cartoons, plus professional sports teams like the Atlanta Braves. Turner was also an internationally known yachtsman; a philanthropist who founded the United Nations Foundation; an activist who sought the worldwide elimination of nuclear weapons; and

Today Partly sunny, with a high near 54. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 40. North northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Thursday A 30 percent chance of showers after 1pm. Sunny, with a high near 56. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph. Thursday Night A 20 percent chance of showers before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Friday A 50 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Southwest

Press Release by Office of Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch: $400,000 contribution closes final funding gap for transformational $5 million community investment MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — Google announced Tuesday during the Michigan City Common Council meeting that it will provide the final $400,000 needed to fully fund the highly anticipated Fedder’s Alley All-Inclusive Playground and Fitness Park project, officially completing fundraising efforts for the transformational $5 million initiative. The project, first publicly announced in September 2024, has been years in the making and represents one of the most ambitious quality-of-life investments in Michigan City history. Designed to be fully inclusive and

Valparaiso, IN – Ivy Tech Community College’s will honor 1,700 graduates at the annual commencement ceremony on Thursday May 7, 2026 at 6pm CT. The ceremony will take place at the Valparaiso University Athletics Recreation Center located at 1009 Union Street, Valparaiso, IN.   Students earned over 2,000 degrees and certificates during the 2025-2026 academic year. Commencement ceremony will highlight distinct honors and awards to Distinguished Graduates and Alumnus of Ivy Tech. Ceremony will also feature keynote speaker Lisa Daugherty, President & CEO of Center of Workforce Innovations.   “We are incredibly excited and proud of all of our students

South Bend Man Sentenced to 94 Months in Prison For Possession of Child Pornography and Aggravated Identity Theft Paul R. McDowell, Jr., 29 years old, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography, aggravated identity theft, and unauthorized access of a computer, announced United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred.   McDowell was sentenced to 94 months of prison followed by 5 years of supervised release and ordered to pay $66,000 in restitution.   “The Defendant was a hacker-for-hire and would hijack the online social media

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. —The Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety approved Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch’s proposal Monday morning to utilize funds raised through the Mayor’s Charitable Gala to launch a new Summer Ambassador and Internship Pilot Program as part of the City’s newly unveiled workforce initiative, MCON — Michigan City Opportunity Network. Developed under Mayor Angie’s administration, MCON will serve as the official umbrella for Michigan City’s growing workforce ecosystem, bringing together workforce development, career readiness, entrepreneurship, internships, and skilled trades opportunities under one coordinated strategy designed to strengthen the community from the ground up. “MCON is about

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Today Showers likely, mainly after 1pm. Cloudy, with a high near 56. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Tonight Showers likely, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Wednesday A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54.   Wednesday Night A 30 percent chance of showers, mainly before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.   Thursday A 30 percent chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

The Ogden Dunes Police Department is reminding the public that parking restrictions are currently in effect, now through Sept. 30. "Permits are required to park within the restricted area," ODPD said in a statement. "Please remember to stop at town hall to pick up your permits. They will not be automatically sent to you. "Stop into Town Hall between 8am and 3pm Monday to Friday to get your permits." ODHA Dues - $125.00 (One (1) permit w/dues) Additional Permits when dues are paid - $50.00 Golf Cart Permit $35.00 Watercraft Permit $20.00 Dog Tags $5.00 "If you are unable to

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — College students seeking to stay on track or work ahead in their plans of study can take summer courses offered by Purdue University Northwest (PNW). PNW 2026 summer courses span a range of subjects, including business, engineering, life and physical sciences, humanities, and technology. From sections in business management to fundamentals of speech and communication, available course sections can help you continue working toward your college education goals. PNW’s summer courses are offered in flexible four, six, eight or twelve-week formats. Earning summer college credits through PNW helps you complete high-quality coursework and earn the

CPR training is available year-round across La Porte County, with numerous free, certified classes happening this May. Take a look through the upcoming dates and locations to find a session. View all events on our Facebook Events tab or at heartsafelpc.com/events.

The Michigan City Police Department continues to investigate the series of armed robberies that occurred between April 28th and April 30th, 2026, involving food delivery drivers. As a result of an operation conducted during the evening on May 1st by Michigan City police officers and detectives, 26-year-old Michigan City resident Julius Harris was taken into custody. Probable cause was found by LaPorte County Circuit Court Magistrate Pamela Munsey on May 4th to charge Harris with three (3) counts of Robbery (Level 3 Felony). Harris was issued a $25,000 cash only bond. The booking photo for Julius Harris is attached to

I-94 westbound will have alternating lane closures between mile marker 30-36 (east and west of U.S. 421) on or after Tuesday, May 5 to set up a new traffic configuration. Motorists should be prepared for changing traffic layouts between 9pm-5am. This work is weather dependent and may be rescheduled. Starting on or after the morning of May 6, the left two lanes of westbound I-94 will be closed for resurfacing with two travel lanes shifted to the right. The ramps at exit 34 for U.S. 421 will remain open. This traffic configuration will be in place for approximately two weeks.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. (May 4, 2026) — Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 of the American Legion welcomed National Commander Dan K. Wiley during a special visit that highlighted the Post’s continued growth, community impact and commitment to veterans. Commander Socrates Gray said the visit represents a significant moment not only for Post 451, but for the broader Michigan City community. “Having National Commander Dan K. Wiley here at Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 is a tremendous honor for our Post, our members, and the entire Michigan City community,” said Gray. The event brought together veterans, community members and

Today A 10 percent chance of showers after 5pm. Sunny, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Tonight A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 11pm and 1am, then a chance of showers after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming north after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible

Lemur Island will soon welcome some new residents: a troop of ring-tailed lemurs recently rescued after being found roaming loose in Texas.   Known for their striking, two-foot-long tails marked with 13 black and white rings, ring-tailed lemurs are native to the dry forests of southwestern Madagascar. Uniquely, they spend nearly half their time on the ground—a rarity among lemurs. At the zoo, these charismatic primates will become ambassadors for their endangered species, inspiring guests to support wildlife conservation efforts. The collaborative effort behind their rescue and relocation demonstrates the vital role animal welfare organizations, local authorities, and zoos play

Food Bank of Northern Indiana Mobile Food Distributions for May 2026   Wednesday, May 6, 2026 – LaPorte County 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. CST *While supplies last. Where: Marquette Mall, 201 W. U.S. 20, Michigan City, IN 46360 *This distribution is sponsored by Citizens Concerned for the Homeless and will serve 300 households.   Thursday, May 7, 2026 – St. Joseph County 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET *While supplies last. Where: The former Kroger parking lot, 4526 W. Western Ave., South Bend, IN 46619 *This distribution is sponsored by Kroger and will serve 150 households.   Friday, May

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. -- Franciscan Health Michigan City is presenting a free suicide prevention course in June aimed at saving lives.   The entry-level question, persuade and refer, or QPR Suicide Prevention Course, is based on a curriculum developed by the QPR Institute. The course aims to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training.   According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with one suicide taking place every 11 minutes. According to the QPR Institute, just as