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On Friday, Congressman Pete Visclosky announced the details of the 2019 Congressional Art Competition for high school students from Indiana’s First Congressional District. Each year, the Congressional Institute and Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor the Congressional Art Competition as an opportunity to promote the artistic talent in each Congressional District. There is no required theme for the submission; however, themes from Northwest Indiana, United States history, government, and culture are encouraged. The grand prize winner will have their artwork displayed in the United States Capitol for one year, and will receive two complimentary round-trip tickets from Southwest

Franciscan Health is looking for healthcare professionals to join its family and mission at a recruitment fair from 2 to 6 PM, Thursday, March 7, at the Halls of St. George, 905 E. Joliet St. in Schererville. Franciscan Health is hiring for the following positions: registered nurses, certified nursing and patient care assistants, physical, occupational and respiratory therapists and home health positions. Career opportunities are available at Franciscan Health hospitals in Crown Point, Dyer, Hammond and Munster. At Franciscan Health, employees enjoy enhanced benefit packages and pay structure to reward experience and expertise; a collaborative work environment; professional development opportunities;

La Porte Meals On Wheels announced that it will be participating in the 17th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meals on Wheels and the senior neighbors who rely on the vital service to remain healthy and independent at home. La Porte Meals On Wheel’s elebration will include various activities throughout the month of March, including March For Meals Donation Drive, Community Partners and Dignitaries Delivering Meals, and Volunteer Recognition.For more information on how you can volunteer, contribute or speak out for the seniors in La Porte and neighboring areas this March, visit www.lpmealsonwheels.org.

As former Members of Congress and elected officers are using their former positions to lobby Congress, Friday U.S. Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) are introducing the Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust (BLAST) Act. Scott said the bill “imposes a permanent ban on members of Congress becoming lobbyists.” This legislation is a companion bill to legislation introduced by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN-9), H.R.1145. Holcomb, McCormick, and Mitchell Encourage Students to Apply to Governor’s STEM TeamGov. Eric. J. Holcomb, Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Jennifer McCormick and Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell invite Hoosier students to apply

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) will host two public meetings to answer any questions and receive comments about the 2019 State Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan update.The State Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan lays the foundation to building resilience in the State of Indiana by identifying Indiana's greatest risks for disasters and creating strategies to mitigate these risks. This plan is required to be updated every five years by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The public meetings will be held in Indianapolis.The draft plan also will be made available online to the public for review and comment after March 8.

The Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department announced that beginning Mon, April 1, Washington Park 2019 parking stickers will be issued at the North Pointe Pavilion in Washington Park, located at 6 on the Lake. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 am-4 pm (excluding holidays), and on Saturdays from 9 am-12 noon beginning May 4th through July 27th.Stickers will be available at the Michigan City Senior Center for one day only during their annual Trash & Treasure Sale to be held on Saturday, March 30th from 8am-12 noon. The Sale itself will continue until 1:00pm but stickers

La Porte County Sheriff's Office say they are looking for 33 year old Kristina L. Warren, who uses the aliases of Kristiana Kendall and Heather Czizek, is a wanted person by the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office for Forgery, Identity Deception, False Statement and Driving While Suspended. Warren is also a wanted person in St. Joseph County. Warren is believed to be in the Mishawaka area of St. Joseph County. If you know the whereabouts of Warren, you are encouraged to provide your anonymous tip (s) to Sergeant Brett Swanson of the Fugitive Apprehension Street Team (FAST). Sergeant Swanson can

Michigan City Police Captain Jeff Loniewski conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of South Woodland Avenue and Welnetz Road on February 28th, 2019 at approximately 11:44 AM. He identified the driver as 21-year-old Michigan City resident Armahni Jackson. It was discovered during the traffic stop that Mr. Jackson was in possession of a handgun and marijuana. Mr. Jackson did not have a license to carry the handgun and his driving privileges were suspended after having a prior conviction. He was subsequently arrested for Carrying a Handgun Without a License (A-Misd.), Possession of Marijuana (A-Misd.) and Driving While Suspended with

An emergency closing of the Franklin Street Bridge in Michigan City has been declared by the County Commission President and Council President. Due to structural damage caused by the recent record-breaking arctic temperatures across our area, the Franklin Street Bridge will be closed immediately to all traffic-both vehicular and pedestrian. The bridge is expected to reopen to traffic on April 15.The declaration of an emergency repair – by both the Commission President and Council President - at this location will allow for immediate disbursement of funds from the Major Bridge Fund to pay for engineering services and construction of the

Mayor Ron Meer is proud to announce the City of Michigan City’s recent inclusion in the State of Indiana’s Lead-based paint remediation program which is sponsored by Medicaid and administered through the Indiana State Department of Health. Home owners, Landlords, and Renters who live in a home, or own a home, built before 1978 can receive a free home inspection to determine if the residents are being exposed to lead-based paint hazards. Homes providing child care are also eligible for this service. If lead-based paint exists, this program will also pay for removal of the lead hazard. To be eligible

Franciscan Health is looking for healthcare professionals to join its family and mission at a recruitment fair from 2 to 6 PM, Thursday, March 7, at the Halls of St. George, 905 E. Joliet St. in Schererville. Franciscan Health is hiring for the following positions: registered nurses, certified nursing and patient care assistants, physical, occupational and respiratory therapists and home health positions. Career opportunities are available at Franciscan Health hospitals in Crown Point, Dyer, Hammond and Munster. At Franciscan Health, employees enjoy enhanced benefit packages and pay structure to reward experience and expertise; a collaborative work environment; professional development opportunities;

La Porte Meals On Wheels announced that it will be participating in the 17th annual March for Meals – a month-long, nationwide celebration of Meals on Wheels and the senior neighbors who rely on the vital service to remain healthy and independent at home. La Porte Meals On Wheel’s elebration will include various activities throughout the month of March, including March For Meals Donation Drive, Community Partners and Dignitaries Delivering Meals, and Volunteer Recognition.For more information on how you can volunteer, contribute or speak out for the seniors in La Porte and neighboring areas this March, visit www.lpmealsonwheels.org.

On Friday, Congressman Pete Visclosky announced the details of the 2019 Congressional Art Competition for high school students from Indiana’s First Congressional District. Each year, the Congressional Institute and Members of the U.S. House of Representatives sponsor the Congressional Art Competition as an opportunity to promote the artistic talent in each Congressional District. There is no required theme for the submission; however, themes from Northwest Indiana, United States history, government, and culture are encouraged. The grand prize winner will have their artwork displayed in the United States Capitol for one year, and will receive two complimentary round-trip tickets from Southwest

In celebration of DisAbility Awareness Month, Michigan City Human Rights Commission (MCHRC) is pleased to announce its continued partnership with Studio M to offer “Dance with Me,” a creative movement class designed for people with disabilities. Dance with Me is a 6-week creative movement program for people with disAbilities. The program is an opportunity for dancers to experience joy through the art of dance. The class will start on March 5 and run to April 16. The Tuesday classes will take place at 6:20 p.m. until 7:05 p.m. at Studio M located at 703 Pearl Street (behind the MC Police

The Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department announced that beginning Mon, April 1, Washington Park 2019 parking stickers will be issued at the North Pointe Pavilion in Washington Park, located at 6 on the Lake. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9 am-4 pm (excluding holidays), and on Saturdays from 9 am-12 noon beginning May 4th through July 27th.Stickers will be available at the Michigan City Senior Center for one day only during their annual Trash & Treasure Sale to be held on Saturday, March 30th from 8am-12 noon. The Sale itself will continue until 1:00pm but stickers

Due to forecasted frigid temperatures, the South Shore Line will provide temporary substitute bus service between South Bend and Michigan City Carroll Ave. on Monday, March 4, and Tuesday, March 5, 2019, for three morning trains. The trains impacted by busing on Monday and Tuesday include: Eastbound Train 403Westbound Train 6Westbound Train 14 Regular train service between South Bend and Carroll Ave. is expected to resume with EB Train 7 on both days. Eastbound Train 401 will be canceled March 4-5. Service is canceled to and from Hudson Lake while substitute bus service is in effect and is expected to

A recent gun drive provided a straightforward, efficient, and easy way to dispose of unwanted and unused guns that will be DESTROYED not allowing collected guns to re-enter circulation. The Michigan City Police Department took in a total of 145 GUNS over a two-day period. After using sponsored funds by Horizon Bank and our Community Outreach Donation Fund to supplement Day #2 the drive ended after three hours. The drive was highly successful, and the Buyback did remove a number of guns from circulation, as guns that are not wanted or are not properly stored can easily fall into the

Get ready for the 21st Annual Michiana Humane Society Spring Fling. This year the theme is "Spring Time in Paris", and it will be held at Traditions Event Center at 2107 Welnetz Road, in Michigan City on Saturday, April 13. There will be cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and live music beginning at 5pm central, dinner by Froehlich's beginning at 6:30pm, and a live auction conducted by Scheerer McCulloch Auctioneers at 8pm. More information will be coming soon atwww.michianahumanesociety.org, and other sources, so keep an eye open within the next few weeks for this exciting and fun event. All proceeds benefit the

As former Members of Congress and elected officers are using their former positions to lobby Congress, Friday U.S. Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) and U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) are introducing the Banning Lobbying and Safeguarding Trust (BLAST) Act. Scott said the bill “imposes a permanent ban on members of Congress becoming lobbyists.” This legislation is a companion bill to legislation introduced by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN-9), H.R.1145.

The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) will host two public meetings to answer any questions and receive comments about the 2019 State Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan update. The State Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan lays the foundation to building resilience in the State of Indiana by identifying Indiana's greatest risks for disasters and creating strategies to mitigate these risks. This plan is required to be updated every five years by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The public meetings will be held in Indianapolis. The draft plan also will be made available online to the public for review and comment after March 8.