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Press Release, Salvation Army of Michigan City and La Porte: La PORTE COUNTY – The Salvation Army serving La Porte County will celebrate National Volunteer Month by hosting two Volunteer Appreciation Luncheons to recognize the hardworking individuals who volunteer at the non-profit organization throughout the year. Luncheons will take place at both Salvation Army locations in La Porte County this year – at The Salvation Army of La Porte (3240 Monroe St., La Porte) on Thursday, April 23 at 11:30 am and at The Salvation Army of Michigan City (1201 S. Franklin Street, Michigan City) on Friday, April 24 at

South Shore Line Lakeshore Corridor and Monon Corridor transfer passengers are advised busing substitution will be in place on Sunday, April 26; Saturday, May 2; and Sunday, May 3, 2026, due to construction in Chicago. There will be NO SERVICE to Museum Campus or Van Buren Street stations on April 26, May 2, and May 3. SSL passengers traveling to and from downtown Chicago will be transported via bus between Millennium Station and Metra’s 18th Street Station (address: 18th Street near Calumet Avenue). Millennium to 18th Street is an approximate 10-minute bus ride. Train passengers traveling to and from 57th

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is recognizing April as Financial Literacy Month and announcing the launch of Indiana Money Quest IndianaMoneyQuest.gov, a new financial education program designed to help Hoosiers of all ages build stronger financial knowledge and skills. Financial literacy education is a key part of the Secretary of State’s Securities Division, which works year-round to educate and protect Hoosier investors. This year, the office is broadening its focus to provide resources to Hoosiers important financial fitness skills through interactive learning opportunities and outreach across the state. Recognizing that National Financial Literacy Month this month, the

The La Porte County Sheriff's Office is advising that County Road 400 East (Byron Road) will be closed between US 20 and Mechanic Street from April 21 - May 1. The Sheriff's Office says Mechanic Street is permanently closed between US 20 and County Road 400 East.

Today Sunny, with a high near 52.   Tonight Partly cloudy, with a low around 43.   Tuesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 67.   Tuesday Night A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 50.   Wednesday Mostly sunny, with a high near 66.   Wednesday NightMostly clear, with a low around 53.

Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 Launches “Keys for Vets™” Initiative to Support Local Veterans Michigan City, IN — Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 of the American Legion proudly announces the launch of “Keys for Vets™,” a new community-driven fundraising initiative aimed at supporting veterans and their families in need. The program invites community members to donate old and unused keys—including car keys, key fobs, house keys, and even antique keys—which will be recycled to generate funds. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to assist veterans and local veteran families facing hardship. “Everyone has old keys sitting in

DYER, Ind. – Franciscan Health is debuting a free speaker series to assist with the challenges associated with caring for an aging parent, spouse or loved one. The series of supportive conversations is designed to provide caregivers with the information they need to enhance their loved one’s quality of life while managing the emotions that can accompany the role. All sessions in the new speaker series will take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Central at Franciscan Senior Health & Wellness, 2150 Gettler St., Suite 305 in Dyer. The first session is scheduled to take place on Thursday, May

Press Release, Indiana Department of Education:  (INDIANAPOLIS) -  High-quality reading and math instruction will be available to Hoosier students again this summer through the Summer Learning Labs (SLL). SLL is a free, five-week summer learning and enrichment program for students who will be in grades one through nine following summer break. “Throughout the school year, our educators work tirelessly to help students build the strong reading and math skills they need to continue growing from one grade to the next,” said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. “The summer months provide an important opportunity to continue that momentum, giving students

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) faculty member, José Castro-Urioste, professor of Spanish in the PNW College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, has been named a U.S. Fulbright Specialist. This prestigious appointment recognizes academic excellence and fosters international collaboration through short-term exchange programs. “This program offers a unique opportunity to establish and build lasting relationships between institutions across the globe,” says Castro-Urioste. “It allows me to share my expertise while exploring and learning from host institutions. The key is finding that meaningful alignment.” A scholar of Latin American literature and an accomplished playwright, Castro-Urisote is currently reviewing

News release, Indiana Department of Natural Resources: The Indiana Natural Resources Commission (NRC) has opened its first public comment period for proposed changes to bobcat and other wildlife-related rules. This is the first of two comment periods to occur before the NRC votes to adopt, reject, or modify the proposed changes. Proposed changes in the wildlife-related rule package include: •    Allowing muzzleloaders that load the powder and primer from the breech end during the muzzleloader season, in addition to the deer firearms and youth seasons; •    Removing previous limits on rifles for deer hunting, deferring to those set forth in

In Lake County an INDOT contractor will close the 113th Ave bridge over I-65 on or after Monday, April 20. The bridge will be closed through the end of October for a bridge deck and partial superstructure replacement project. The bridge deck will be demolished and rebuilt, and the concrete beams will be replaced with steel at the ends. There will be overnight lane closures on I-65 between 109th Ave and U.S. 231 during the hours of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for approximately three weeks starting on or after Monday, April 20. The lane closures will first be to

FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ THIS MORNING... FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT EDT /11 PM CDT/ TONIGHT TO 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ MONDAY... * WHAT...For the Frost Advisory, temperatures as low as 32 will result in frost formation. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana, southwest Michigan, and northwest Ohio. * WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, until 9 AM EDT /8 AM CDT/ this morning. For the Freeze Warning, from midnight EDT /11 PM CDT/ tonight to 11 AM EDT /10 AM

The Salvation Army Michigan City Corps and Community Center announced the pantry is welcoming fresh produce donations this summer through the Plant for Hunger Month campaign by AmpleHarvest.org. "If your garden produces more than you can use (tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers, beans, herbs, and more) please bring it our way," said on their Facebook page. The Salvation Army is located at 1201 S. Franklin Street, Michigan City, IN.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month and the Porter County Health Department will be hosting a "Learn Lifesaving Skills" event on April 22. During this free training, participants will learn: • Self-defense skills • How to stop life-threatening bleeding • How to respond to an overdose The Health Department says this is a great opportunity to build confidence, gain practical skills, and help strengthen community safety. Details: Date: April 22 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Cost: Free Limited to the first 25 participants who register Register at: https://forms.gle/kU9CjT7V2DBeArDL9 All are welcome.

Celebrating Success: Our Fourth Annual Ivy Tech Day   On April 21, Hoosiers will salute the Valparaiso campus, our students, and countless stories that make Ivy Tech special to Indiana   Valparaiso, Ind.– In the last three years, Ivy Tech Community College supporters from around the state have donated more than $1 million to support students in their academic journey. On our fourth annual Ivy Tech Day on April 21, we will be sharing stories of how those donations impact our students and make a difference in Hoosier communities.   Ivy Tech Day gives everyone a chance to celebrate our

The Porter County Sexual Assault Response Team will host an event called, "Chalk the Walk" on April 25. This event will allow community members to advocate for the support of sexual assault survivors and connect with local resources. Attendees will have the opportunity to use chalk to decorate the sidewalk of the Porter County Courthouse in honor of the 25th annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The event is on April 25 at 10 a.m.

Today Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 69.   Saturday Night Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40.   Sunday Partly sunny, with a high near 48. Breezy.   Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 38.   Monday Sunny, with a high near 50.

Michigan City Area Schools invites the community to a special moment in Pine Elementary School history. On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 4:30 p.m., Pine Elementary School will open a historic time capsule that was placed nearly 50 years ago. The time capsule was created in 1976 during the United States Bicentennial, marking the 200th anniversary of the nation's founding. Students originally placed the capsule at the former Pine School location on Brown Road with the year 2026 carved into the marker, anticipating the day it would be opened half a century later. In December 2024, the capsule was carefully

In Porter County, an INDOT contractor will conduct two projects near the intersection of U.S. 6 and State Road 149 on or after Monday, April 20 through the end of June. U.S. 6 will close between State Road 149 and C.R. 200 W for a bridge deck overlay preventative maintenance project at Salt Creek. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will follow State Road 149, U.S. 20 and State Road 49. State Road 149 will have intermittent lane closures between U.S. 6 and C.R. 700 N for a pipe replacement at the northeast corner of Ravinia Dr. Flaggers

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health is presenting the latest installment in its free, faith-based diabetes initiative in partnership with local churches and community organizations. Fan Out Diabetes is a faith-based diabetes initiative that pairs minority LaPorte County congregations with Franciscan’s Community Health Improvement program and community organizations. The partnership brings two-day diabetes education, prevention and detection mini workshops – free of charge – to the church after Sunday services. The events feature education, screenings, insurance enrollment assistance and more. The next sessions will take place at 12:30 p.m. Central on Sunday, April 26 and Sunday, May 31 at Salvation