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Northwest Medical Group has opened a new Primary Care location at 3012 Franklin Street in Michigan City where Maribonn Tiangson, M.D., a board certified internal medicine physician is now seeing patients.   “The best thing about practicing medicine is being able to build an alliance with my patients. Identifying their signs and symptoms and listening closely to them makes all the difference in helping them be as healthy as possible.” said Dr. Tiangson.   As a young child, Dr. Tiangson knew she wanted to be a physician because it was the best way she knew to make a difference in

 One in four U.S. adults are sitting for longer than eight hours each day, and this lack of activity is bad for mental and physical health. The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is urging adults to move more and sit less throughout the day. “For too many of us, our daily routines have become more sedentary over the past year due to the pandemic, making it even more important to find ways to increase physical activity in our day,” said Eduardo Sanchez, M.D., M.P.H., FAAFP, the American Heart Association’s

On April 5, 2021, at 5:43 AM, deputies were summoned to the intersection of US 35 and CR 250 South, rural Pleasant Township, reference a two-vehicle personal injury crash. At 5:45 AM, Deputy Josh Smith arrived at the scene and located a deceased male subject in the northbound lanes. The initial crash investigation completed by Deputy Jake Pisowicz and other deputies determined the following had occurred. A silver 2016 Nissan, driven by Adam FEDOROWICZ (67 YOA) of La Porte, was traveling southbound on US 35 in the driving (right) lane approaching CR 250 South. A red 2006 Jeep, driven by

The LaPorte County E-911 Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call on April 5th, 2021 at 03:29 A.M. regarding a person who was stabbed in the 1000 block of East Michigan Boulevard. Multiple officers from Uniform Patrol Shift 3 quickly responded to the scene and located two people with significant injuries. The victim was identified as a 55-year-old Michigan City female resident who was suffering from multiple stab wounds to her body. The suspect was identified as a 67-year-old Michigan City male resident who was suffering from severe head injuries. Both the victim and suspect were transported from the scene

Today, Gov. Eric J. Holcomb issued a proclamation declaring April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month in Indiana. Now in its 11th year, the national observance is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers and consequences of distracted driving, as well as reminding motorists about the importance of paying attention to the road. “There’s only one task we should be focused on when behind the wheel and that’s safe driving – everything else can wait,” Gov. Holcomb said. “By making a commitment to always pay attention to the road, we all work together to save lives.” Distracted driving is considered any activity

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a resurfacing project for State Road 2/Lincolnway in Downtown LaPorte starting Monday, April 12 with ADA ramp and pedestrian work activities. Night time paving operations will begin on or around May 21 and will take place between approximately 9 p.m. and 6 a.m. Lane closures or moving flagging operations will occur while resurfacing is taking place. INDOT urges drivers to stay alert near crews and follow traffic directions carefully. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra time when driving through this area. Drivers should slow down and drive distraction-free through all work zones.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for the State Road 149 bridge over I-80/94 starting Tuesday, April 6.   During phase one, the inside left lanes northbound and southbound will be closed, and the outside right lanes will be closed during phase two. Lane closures will be in place through late-May, 2021 for a bridge deck overlay and painting. These preventative maintenance activities prolong the life of the bridge deck.   INDOT urges drivers to stay alert near crews and follow traffic directions carefully. Drivers are encouraged to allow extra time when driving through this area. Drivers should slow

On April 3, 2021, at 4:02 PM, deputies were summoned to the intersection of CR 400 West and CR 1000 South, rural Noble Township, reference a crash involving two motorcycles.  At 4:04 PM, Deputy Ryan Doperalski arrived at the scene and determined two subjects were injured.  The initial crash investigation completed by Deputy Jacob Payne and the other deputies determined the following had occurred.   A group of approximately 60 motorcyclists were traveling south on CR 400 West, slowing down and preparing to turn right (west) onto CR 1000 South.  Nicholas F. KOLOSCI (61 YOA) of Hobart was operating a white

If you’ve put off seeing your doctor for fear of catching or spreading the COVID-19 virus, Northwest Medical Group wants you to know it’s safe and important to come in. Precautions for your safety include masking of all patients and providers, checking temperature of all clinic visitors, screening clinic staff, socially distanced seating in the reception area, and enhanced cleaning of commonly touched surfaces. “It’s important for members of our community to put their health first and to feel comfortable getting the care they need,” said Vinay Tumuluri M.D., internal medicine physician with Northwest Medical Group. “We know it’s been

 INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL PARK:  While working on the Tolleston East Prescribed Fire yesterday, the National Park Service (NPS), was notified of a wildfire in the Miller section of Gary. Engine 5673, a Type 3 wildland interface fire engine, responded and determined the fire was in fact on NPS property. As resources became free from the prescribed fire, they were shifted to the Miller Woods wildfire. As of 6:00 pm last evening, the Miller Woods wildfire was approximately 300 acres burning on NPS property in Gary, Indiana.  Two fire engines and approximately 14 personnel assisted by US Steel Fire and Security

ON OUR WAY TO BE A GIG CITY!!!   Thank you Surf Broadband Solutions...Announcing today an additional $5,000,000 investment of fiber optic infrastructure.   Local Company providing gigabit service to The City of La Porte that puts us in the company of the most elite broadband cities in the U.S. Surf and the City are honored to be able to bring fiber connectivity to the residents and expand service to every home with affordable gigabit internet.

Lifeguards are needed for the summer season at Brown County, Clifty Falls, Indiana Dunes, McCormick’s Creek, O’Bannon Woods, Prophetstown, Shakamak, Spring Mill, Turkey Run, and Versailles state parks and Cagles Mill Lake (Lieber State Recreation Area). Apply by calling the property you are interested. Find Indiana State Parks phone numbers at dnr.IN.gov/state-parks/parks-lakes.

Earlier this week, happy-go-lucky Milo was diagnosed with bilateral luxating patellas. Both knees needed surgery. Dr Bailey at Michigan City Animal Hospital offered to donate 2/3 of the cost of repair, but we had to act fast because there was only one opening in the schedule for the next month.   Thanks to the people who responded quickly to our Facebook plea, we were able to authorize surgery without tapping Petey's Fund! Milo had a four hour surgery very early Thursday morning. He's an all-star patient and doing well! He will be on restrictions for a while but should be

 The Indiana Department of Health announced today that appointments are now open for the mass vaccination clinic being opened at Gary’s Roosevelt Park next week in partnership with FEMA. Appointments for the first mobile sites across northern Indiana are now available as well. Hoosiers can go to ourshot.in.gov or call 211 to schedule. The clinic will operate from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. CDT beginning April 7 through June 2. The first three weeks will provide first doses of Pfizer vaccine. The second three weeks will provide second doses of Pfizer. The single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be offered

ROAD CLOSURE - Bailey Rd will be closed between US 421 and CR 900 W in LaPorte County (near Wanatah) beginning Monday, April 5 for approx 4 weeks. The road will be closed to paint the US 421 bridge over Bailey Rd. Traffic on US 421 will not be impacted.

United Way of Porter County has awarded up to $100,000 to Valparaiso Schools’ Backpacks and Snacks program to help meet the growing need to feed hungry students on the weekends. The program provides weekend meals to students and their younger siblings in an effort to combat food insecurity and the impact it has on physical, social, emotional and academic growth. “Since the onset of the COVID pandemic, we found that we were helping more students than ever before,” said Erin Hawkins, Valparaiso Community Schools Director of Social Emotional Learning. “We needed an extra boost to help sustain the program and meet

An informational event exclusively for undocumented and DACA students “Keeping the Dream Alive,” part of the Indiana University Northwest Office of Admissions Spring Forward series of virtual information sessions about college, will take place on Friday, April 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This special event will provide an opportunity for prospective undocumented and DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) students, to learn more about the DACA program, the application process at IU Northwest, and how to apply for financial aid as an undocumented or DACA student. Attendees will hear from Karina Garduño, the assistant director for Multicultural Programming at

Lisa Whitty Bradley, MD, FACS, and Mark Grevious, MD, both board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery, are welcoming new patients at Franciscan Physician Network Hammond Clinic. Dr. Whitty Bradley received her training at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit and did her residency in general surgery at University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, Ill. She has a fellowship in plastic and reconstructive surgery from Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. Dr. Witty Bradley’s clinical interests include implant-based breast reconstruction, breast reduction, benign and malignant skin lesion management and scar revision management. Dr. Grevious received his training and

Dr. Sandra Deausy, La Porte County Health Officer, has renewed the mask mandate for La Porte County for the month of April. The current health order will be reviewed at the end of the month. Please see the attached Second Amended Health Order for specifics.

 School of Engineering at Purdue University Northwest (PNW) has opened the PNW Design Studio, featuring state-of-the-art facilities and equipment and offering a new level of experience in design and innovation for engineering students. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to recognize the generous support of PNW alumnus Stewart McMillan, BS ’77, and his wife, Kathryn, whose visionary gifts made it possible to establish the PNW Design Studio – Where Ideas Flow. “Purdue Northwest was there for me at a critical time in my life,” stated McMillan, who will serve as PNW’s Commencement keynote speaker in May. He wanted to impact the