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On Feb 26, 2026, Judge Jaime Oss sentenced Maurice Ward to 3 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections for Failure to Register As a Sex or Violent Offender, a Level 5 Felony. Mr. Ward had a prior conviction in 2014 for the same offense. Mr. Ward entered into a plea agreement with the State of Indiana, agreeing to 2 years executed in prison. Prosecuting Attorney Sean Fagan said: “Sex or Violent offenders are required to report their residence to law enforcement within a certain period. Mr. Ward failed to do so for a lengthy portion of time, and in

Today Sunny, with a high near 65. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 47. Tuesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Tuesday Night Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a low around 39. Wednesday Rain showers likely before noon, then a chance of rain and snow showers. Cloudy, with a high near 47. Wednesday Night A chance of rain and snow showers before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 31. Thursday Mostly sunny, with

TEAM WIMS was LIVE at the Builders Assn of LaPorte County's Home & Lifestyle Show at Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa this past weekend. Over 70 vendors displayed their products and services. An awesome display of families, great community partners. For more pictures and Footage check out the WIMS FACEBOOK page. Thank you to our WIMS EVENT Sponsors: Arnett Construction & Roofing NIPSCO Builders Assn of LaPorte County #wims #whfb

On March 3, 2026, Dontia Grant, 29 years old, of Michigan City, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Cristal C. Brisco after pleading guilty to being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm, announced United States Attorney Adam L. Mildred.   Grant was sentenced to 66 months in prison followed by 2 years of supervised release. According to documents in the case, Grant was pulled over in Michigan City for speeding. After an officer asked for his license and registration, Grant drove away from the traffic stop and led police on a pursuit for about a

Sugar Camp Days -St. Joseph County Parks from 8am-3pm Saturday, March 14, 2026 and Sunday, March 15th Save the date for the 53rd annual Sugar Camp Days and join us in celebration of the end of winter! Watch sap cook into sweet syrup in the Sugar House, tour the Sugar Bush, observe indigenous and pioneer methods of maple syrup and maple sugar, enjoy a pancake and sausage breakfast (a New Carlisle Lion’s Club fundraiser), purchase homemade baked goods made with pure maple syrup, try maple kettle corn and cotton candy, enjoy family music, and so much more! Most vendors are cash

TWO AMAZING TRIBUTES IN ONE NIGHT! Get your tickets now for a mammoth Classic Rock show as E 5 C 4 P 3 – The Journey Tribute and Best of Times – A Tribute to STYX share the Civic Auditorium stage on Friday, March 13. Formed in 1993, E5C4P3 has traveled nationwide and paid tribute to one of Rock history’s most beloved bands, performing for hundreds of thousands of fans. The band covers the music with a note-for-note accuracy that is second to none and performs each show with the high-energy excitement of a real Journey concert as well as visually recreating the essence

Today Sunny, with a high near 58. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 46. South southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Monday Sunny, with a high near 65. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Monday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 47. Tuesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Tuesday Night Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a low around 39.

Sugar Camp Days -St. Joseph County Parks from 8am-3pm Saturday, March 14, 2026 and Sunday, March 15 Save the date for the 53rd annual Sugar Camp Days and join us in celebration of the end of winter! Watch sap cook into sweet syrup in the Sugar House, tour the Sugar Bush, observe indigenous and pioneer methods of maple syrup and maple sugar, enjoy a pancake and sausage breakfast (a New Carlisle Lion's Club fundraiser), purchase homemade baked goods made with pure maple syrup, try maple kettle corn and cotton candy, enjoy family music, and so much more! Most vendors are cash

Check out the latest from the Michigan City Jimmy John’s with their NEW Greek Cucumber Salad and the NEW GREEK and CHICKEN Gyro's. Stop by 5340 Franklin Street in Michigan City or call 219-871-0850. Visit their website at www.jimmyjohns.com. #wims

Indiana Landmarks and Indiana Farm Bureau welcome nominations for the 2026 John Arnold Award for Rural Preservation. The award recognizes the preservation and ongoing agricultural use of historic farms and farm buildings in Indiana. Owners of more than 30 historic farms across the state have been honored with the award since it was established in 1992. The Stine-Anderson Family Farm, a historic Clinton County farm southwest of Frankfort (photo attached), won the award in 2025. Anyone, including farm owners, can submit a nomination for the Arnold Award, which will be presented during the Celebration of Agriculture at the Indiana State

The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra LCSO will close its season on April 18, 2026 with Remember When Rock Was Young: The Elton John Experience, the fourth and final subscription concert of the 53rd season. This American-inspired show starring multi-talented, multi-award winning singer/actor/pianist Craig A. Meyer, includes hits such as Philadelphia Freedom, Candle in the Wind, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, Don’t Go Breaking My Heart inspired by Motown, and US No. 1 hit Benny and the Jets. Broadway hits from The Lion King and Aida are also featured in this high-energy production. For tickets and information visit www.lcso.net.

Today A chance of rain and thunderstorms before 7am, then a chance of rain between 7am and 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 56. Chance of precipitation is 50%.   Tonight Mostly clear, with a low around 36.   Sunday Mostly sunny, with a high near 54.   Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41.   Monday Sunny, with a high near 61.   Monday Night A 30 percent chance of rain and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 49.   Tuesday Rain likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 63.

Share Foundation is having their 35th Annual Spring Luncheon on Monday March 25th-Enjoy a fun-filled morning and afternoon at our Spring Luncheon!   Enjoy: Awesome Gift Baskets Beautiful Villager-made items 🍽️ A delicious meal 🎶 A special performance by our Villagers Tickets are $50 per person or $500 for a table of ten — gather your friends and make it a table to remember! For details and to purchase tickets, visit: [https://sharefoundation.org/events/spring-luncheon/](https://sharefoundation.org/events/spring-luncheon/) For more information visit their website at www.sharefoundation.org. We can’t wait to celebrate together and see you ther

You never know when you'll need to save a life. Join The La Porte County Family YMCA for their next American Red Cross Certification Class for Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid. It includes training on all three listed skills for adults, children, and infants. There is an online course that must be completed before the in-person class can be done.8AM-1PMSaturday March 14thLa Porte BranchYou can register for the classes here! >> https://lpymca.org/program-type/certifications

Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch Announces 2026 Mayor’s Charitable Gala at Blue Chip Event Center MICHIGAN CITY, Ind., Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch has announced the return of the Mayor’s Charitable Gala, set to take place the evening of Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Stardust Event Center at Blue Chip Casino, Hotel & Spa. The annual event brings together community leaders, businesses, and residents to support community organizations, youth programs, neighborhood improvements, and other initiatives that strengthen Michigan City. Now entering its third year, the gala has quickly become one of the city’s premier community fundraising events. “Each year the gala

SPRING FORWARD Daylight Saving Time will begin at 2 a.m. March 8, 2026, the second Sunday in March. Clocks will be set forward by 1 hour, resulting in sunrise and sunset occurring 1 hour later.

Today Rain likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Chance of precipitation is 70%.   Tonight Rain and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 50. Chance of precipitation is 90%.   Saturday Rain likely, mainly before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Chance of precipitation is 60%.   Saturday Night Partly cloudy, with a low around 37.   Sunday Sunny, with a high near 54.   Sunday Night Mostly clear, with a low around 41.   Monday Mostly sunny, with a high near 55.

General Assembly passes resolution honoring fallen Long Beach Chief Marshal James R. Kautz-a portion of U.S. Highway 12 will be renamed as a result The Indiana General Assembly passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 3, sponsored by State Rep. Jim Pressel (R- Rolling Prairie), to rename a portion of U.S. Highway 12 after fallen Long Beach Chief Marshal James R. Kautz. Kautz, a veteran of the Vietnam War and a three-time Bronze Star Medal recipient, was struck while responding to a three-car traffic accident on U.S. 12 east of State Road 212 on Nov. 4, 1997. He succumbed to his injuries a

Recent arrests serve as reminder to Hoosiers to be alert to signs of human trafficking  The recent arrests in Indianapolis of five people allegedly involved in a sex-trafficking ring should serve as a reminder to all Hoosiers to stay alert to signs of human trafficking, Attorney General Todd Rokita said. “Human trafficking is the evil exploitation of human victims for the sake of criminal predators’ profits,” Attorney General Rokita said. “It’s a modern form of slavery that thrives in the shadows. With the help of Hoosiers statewide acting as eyes and ears, though, we can expose this crime, bring perpetrators to justice and save people’s lives.” Attorney General Rokita also expressed his gratitude for the work of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department for

Patty Mershon-Schaefer Donates to Lubeznik Center for the Arts' Permanent Collection   MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) has accepted a painting by founding member Patty Mershon-Schaefer into its permanent collection.   Schaefer, who turned 100 this year, celebrated the milestone with 60 friends and family at LCA, alongside an exhibition of her work. In the 1970s, she was among a small group of artists who believed Michigan City needed a dedicated space for art classes and exhibitions. Their vision became the John G. Blank Art Center on 8th Street, which later evolved into LCA in