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Lyme Disease Found in Ticks in a Number of Counties

Indiana health officials are encouraging Hoosiers to protect themselves from tick bites while outdoors as warmer temperatures bring an increase in tick activity across the state. Recent field sampling by the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) has found adult and immature ticks (nymphs) carrying the bacterium that causes Lyme disease in a number of counties, particularly in the northern, west central, and south central parts of the state. Anyone who becomes ill after finding an attached tick should see a medical provider immediately and alert the provider to the exposure. Tick-borne diseases can be treated with antibiotics, and prompt

April 23rd, 2019|Uncategorized|

Two Semi Crash on Toll Road

A two semi crash eastbound on the Indiana Toll Road, at the 28.4 mile marker 2 1/2 miles west of the Chesterton exit, on Monday evening had traffic down to one lane for clean-up. Preliminary investigation revealed on Monday afternoon, a 2016 International semi pulling a box trailer, driven by 54 year old Glenn Christy of Valparaiso, was eastbound on the Indiana Toll Road in the right lane when he slowed down for a disabled car that was on the outer shoulder. Christy was changing lanes from the right to the left lane when a 2012 Peterbilt semi pulling a

April 23rd, 2019|Uncategorized|

March Indiana Employment Report

Indiana’s unemployment rate stands at 3.6 percent for March and remains lower than the national rate of 3.8 percent. With the exception of one month when it was equal (October 2014), Indiana's unemployment rate now has been below the U.S. rate for more than five years. The monthly unemployment rate is a U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) indicator that reflects the number of unemployed people seeking employment within the prior four weeks as a percentage of the labor force. Indiana’s labor force had a net increase of 6,769 over the previous month. This was a result of an increase

Stretch of U.S. 20 in Porter County Set for Resurfacing Project Starting Monday

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces that a resurfacing project is scheduled to start Monday on U.S. 20 in Porter County, from just west of State Road 149 to just east of the interchange with I-94. During the project, which is expected to last until the end of June, traffic will flow one lane in each direction at all times. During the first phase, crews will do patching in the outside lane for around two weeks before moving to the inside lane for patching and paving. Then, at the end, they’ll move back to the outside lanes for paving.

April 7th, 2019|Uncategorized|

19th Annual Walk for Alzheimer’s & Dementia of Northern Indiana at Lake County Fairgrounds

Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, a division of REAL Services, will host its 19th annual fundraising walk on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Lake County Fairgrounds, Shelter #6, Crown Point, Indiana. Registration starts at 9:00 am CST, and the walk begins at 10:00 am CST. The theme is Stand By Me. The cost to participate in the Lake County walk is $20 per walker, and to register to walk or donate to this year's Stand By Me Lake County walk, click here or contact Stephanie at 219.789.2470 or via email at lakecountywalk@alzni.org.

March 25th, 2019|Uncategorized|

19th Annual Walk for Alzheimer’s & Dementia of Northern Indiana at Lake County Fairgrounds

Alzheimer's & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, a division of REAL Services, will host its 19th annual fundraising walk on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Lake County Fairgrounds, Shelter #6, Crown Point, Indiana. Registration starts at 9:00 am CST, and the walk begins at 10:00 am CST. The theme is Stand By Me. The cost to participate in the Lake County walk is $20 per walker, and to register to walk or donate to this year's Stand By Me Lake County walk, click here or contact Stephanie at 219.789.2470 or via email at lakecountywalk@alzni.org.

Senators Young, Markey, Merkley and Durbin Call for Greater Accountability for Atrocities in Burma

Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) this week sent a letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Steve Mnuchin asking for clarification of the Trump administration’s policy on sanctioning the perpetrators of atrocities committed against the Rohingya people during the 2017 security operations by Burmese military forces. Acknowledging the decision by the administration to already sanction five officials, the senators point out that additional targeted sanctions against the senior-most ranks of the Burmese military, including Commander-in-Chief Min Aung Hlaing, is needed to send a strong message

La Porte Hospital Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI

La Porte Hospital Receives ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI Accreditation Providing necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms The American College of Cardiology has recognized La Porte Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. La Porte Hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI in March based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 730,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. The

Michigan City Franklin Street Bridge Emergency Closure

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

February 15th, 2019|Local News, Uncategorized|

MCPD Accepting Applications For Probationary Officers

The Michigan City Police Department is currently accepting applications for Full-Time Police Officer positions. Benefits include longevity pay, specialty pay, healthcare program including dental and vision, take home car program, retirement plan, paid vacations, personal days and much more. The testing date will be January 12th, 2019 at 8:00am. Applicants must be between 21-36 years of age by date of appointment, possess a high school diploma or GED, a valid and unrestricted driver’s license, and be a United States citizen. Additionally, applicants must possess a good driving record, have no felony convictions, or misdemeanor battery charge.  Applicants shall be subject

December 15th, 2018|Local News, Uncategorized|

Silver Alert

A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared. The Avon Police Department is investigating the disappearance of Richard Joseph Chittester, a 72 year old white male, 5 feet 7 inches tall, 170 pounds, salt and pepper hair with brown eyes, last seen wearing Vietnam Veterans hat, dark brown Carhartt coat, and jeans, and driving a silver 2006 Pontiac G6 four door with Indiana plate RVX310. Richard is missing from Avon, Indiana which is 18 miles west of Indianapolis and was last seen on Friday, December 14, 2018 at 4:45 pm.  He is believed to be in extreme danger and may require

December 15th, 2018|Uncategorized|

South Shore Line Providing Extra Eastbound Train For Select Saturdays

For select Saturdays in December, the South Shore Line will provide an eastbound extra “shoppers special” train to help accommodate holiday travelers.On Dec. 15th, this extra will depart Millennium Station at 4:25p (Van Buren St. at 4:28p), run non-stop to Hegewisch and make all local stops terminating at Carroll Avenue. The train will not serve Hudson Lake or South Bend.

December 14th, 2018|Uncategorized|

Franciscan Health Michigan City unveils its new home at hospital blessing and open houses

In anticipation of the Jan. 12 opening, the new Franciscan Health Michigan City made its long-awaited debut with a hospital blessing and a series of open houses that showcased a $243 million project 2-1/2 years in the making. The celebration kicked off on Dec. 6 with the Rite of Blessing of the Altar and Dedication of the Chapel, presided over by Most Rev. Donald Hying, bishop of the Diocese of Gary. The blessing and dedication of the hospital followed, along with a VIP reception and open house that drew more than 500 guests. On Dec. 7, Franciscan Health employees got

December 13th, 2018|Uncategorized|

Robbery at Pharmacy in Michigan City

The Michigan City Police received a report of an Armed Robbery that had occurred at CVS Pharmacy located at 3253 Franklin St. early Monday. It happened just after 3:30 a.m.It was determined that three individuals were involved in the robbery where an undetermined amount of money and narcotics were stolen.The three suspects are described as black males, juvenile to young adult all wearing black. The Michigan City Police are requesting the public’s assistance in helping to identify the suspects and look for any witness information. Please contact Detective Corporal Michelle Widelski with any informationat 873-1465 ext. #1088 or email mwidelski@Emichigancity.com

December 10th, 2018|Local News, Uncategorized|

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