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Celebrating 35 Years of Prancer: A Holiday Classic Returns Home-Although initial plans included an appearance by Prancer star Sam Elliott, unfortunately, Mr. Elliott is no longer able to attend the event due to an unexpected professional commitment. LaPorte, IN, and Three Oaks, MI— Dubbed “PrancerPalooza,” fans of the classic holiday film Prancer are invited to celebrate its 35th anniversary, with a series of special screenings and festive events in Three Oaks, Michigan, on Saturday, December 14, 2024, and LaPorte, Indiana, on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Prancer, filmed on location in LaPorte and Three Oaks, will be celebrated with screenings and

A man in unincorporated Dyer faces criminal charges after law enforcement discovered he had more than two dozen pets in need of care, according to Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. Wednesday morning, the Lake County Sheriff’s Department assisted the Indiana Department of Natural Resources in serving a search warrant for suspected illegal hunting at home in the 8500 block of Sheffield. While on the property, officers observed numerous animals in distress, Martinez Jr. reported. The animals were confiscated and are being cared for at the Lake County Animal Control, the Hobart Humane Society and Humane Indiana located in Munster.

With winter approaching, warming centers will be open across the state for those in need of a safe and warm place to stay. Indiana 211 is your community's resource for updated locations and hours of warming centers in your area. To find current warming centers click here. "Please partner with Indiana 211, a division of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, to make help make Hoosiers aware that they can call 211 or 866-211-9966, or visit IN211.org, to find their nearest warming center. We ask you to share the information below on your social media channels to ensure the

Michigan City High School (MCHS) Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) cadets competed in CyberPatriot on November 15th.  CyberPatriot is the national cyber security game that requires students to use skills used in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) fields.  Participants act as cyber security managers for an organization's information management system, defending against and counter attacking a cyberattack.  Cadets Staff Sergeant Jhonatan Ruiz and Sergeant Jordan Staples attended a STEM camp this past summer just outside of Washington, DC.  The camp, to include transportation, cost the cadets nothing.  All costs were covered by the Marine Corps. 

Berrien County deputies seized over 120 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop on I-94 Monday, the Berrien County Sheriff's Office is reporting. On Nov. 18 deputies from the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office received information of narcotics traveling through Berrien County on I-94. The Berrien County deputies located the suspected vehicle, a Freightliner tractor trailer, and initiated a traffic stop on I-94 for a traffic violation near mile marker 34 eastbound. During a search of the vehicle and trailer 50 Kilograms of cocaine was located weighing approximately 123 pounds. The approximate street value of the substance is 1.5 million dollars.

Press Release, Purdue University Northwest: WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites community members to build their professional knowledge and work toward expanding their career goals through evening courses at PNW’s Westville branch campus, 1401 S. U.S. 421, Westville, Ind. Starting in January 2025, PNW will offer several undergraduate-level courses that introduce students to foundational concepts and hands-on learning experiences in key subject areas, including the growing fields of business analytics and cybersecurity. Those interested in advancing their education also can choose general education courses held during evening hours on topics such as communication, psychology, English and physics. “We

The public may vote for their favorite holiday window display in Downtown Chesterton beginning on Saturday Nov. 30, during the inaugural Chesterton Business Holiday Window Competition. The Chesterton Branding and Leadership Corporation (CBLC) announced that two dozen businesses will be participating in the competition, by creating festive storefront displays. This year’s theme: Glitter and Glow. All holiday windows will be ready for viewing in time for the Hometown Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 30, when the public may begin voting for their favorite. Each participating window will have a sign with a QR code to direct voters to a simple

The City of La Porte announced on its Facebook page that as part of the Community Development Block Grant Program's 2024 sidewalk replacement program, the city arborist will be tagging locations where new trees will be planted over the next several days. Water lines, sewer lines, and electrical lines will be marked after planting locations are determined. Then, during the week of Nov. 25, Slusser’s Green Thumb, Inc. will begin planting 84 trees. Trees will be planted in predetermined sites along the following streets:  Clay Street, Detroit Street, Harrison Street, Jackson Street, Jefferson Avenue, Linwood Street, Ludlow Street, Maple Avenue,

Last week, Troopers at the Lowell Post participated in a week-long blitz with each day having a different crash causation factor as the primary focus. Some of the stats that were compiled: Citations- 181 *77 of those were for speeding, 12 for unsafe lane movement and 11 for window tint violations Warnings-258 Criminal Defendants- 17 D.U.I.- 8 The Indiana State Police encourages all drivers to be prepared, drive defensively, and allow extra time to reach your destination as we enter one of the busiest holidays for travel, Thanksgiving.

Sen. Mike Braun, Sen. Jon Tester, and Sen. Sherrod Brown celebrated the House passage of their bipartisan Mark Our Place Act, which is now headed to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. The bill amends current law to allow the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide a headstone, marker, or medallion for Medal of Honor recipients, regardless of their date of death. Currently, this is only available to Medal of Honor recipients that served after 1917. Rep. Morgan Luttrell introduced the companion legislation in the House of Representatives. “Our Medal of Honor recipients represent the best America

The Michigan City Parks and Recreation Department announced Tuesday that due to the construction of the cart paths on the course and upcoming weather conditions, the Michigan City Golf Course is now closed for the season. More information from the Parks and Recreation Department can be found on their Facebook Page.  

The La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC) Board of School Trustees voted Monday night to approve Superintendent Dr. Sandra Wood's recommendation to repurpose Lincoln Elementary School into an Early Childhood Center. The decision came during a special board meeting at the Educational Services Center. Under the approved plan, Lincoln Elementary will be transformed into an LPCSC Early Childhood Center, which will house the district's consolidated preschool program. New school boundaries will be established as early as January, and current Lincoln students will be notified of the location of their new school. As part of the transition plan, students will have

A Michigan City man has been arrested for being a “serious violent felon in possession of a firearm” after an argument led to him allegedly firing a gun Saturday night, according to the Michigan City Police Department. On Saturday Nov. 16, just before 7:30 p.m., the LaPorte County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call in reference to gunshots being fired in the area of West 7th Street and Grant Avenue. Officers responded and determined a disturbance had taken place at the 1000 block of West 7th which resulted in the gunshots being fired. The initial investigation revealed the resident,

Press Release, Salvation Army: MICHIGAN CITY – The Salvation Army of Michigan City is now accepting applications for assistance for any families located in Michigan City who need some help for the holidays. Individuals and families in need of help this Christmas may sign up online at www.saangeltree.org or may visit The Salvation Army of Michigan City at 1201 S. Franklin Street during one of two in-person registration dates: Wednesday, November 20 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm or Monday, December 2 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Families with children ages 0 to 14 may receive food and toys

Yesterday, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan announced federal grant awards for the City of Michigan City, the City of Whiting, and the Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC) under the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant program. Specifically, Michigan City will receive $80,000, and Whiting will receive $200,000 to develop comprehensive safety action plans that aim to eliminate roadway fatalities, and NIRPC will receive $400,000 to develop a Regional Safety Action Plan that aims to eliminate roadway fatalities in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.  According to the DOT, the SS4A Grant program aims to improve

The Michigan City High School (MCHS) Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC) hosted a military drill competition on November 16th at the school’s gym. Schools from Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Romeoville, IL and Portage competed. Judges came from the University of Illinois-Chicago ROTC. MCHS earned third place trophies in Color Guard (Armed Division) and Armed Regulation. Cadet Major Marcus Mantel finished 6th out of 200 cadets in the individual competition. “The schools that attended are very good,” said Senior Marine Instructor Major Tom McGrath. “This is early in the year for a drill meet, so the schools who competed

The Ogden Dunes Police Department says they have been notified by NISPCO that there will be contractors in town performing safety inspections on the meters. The department says if you see anyone in your yard, please don't be alarmed and allow them to do their inspections. These inspectors will be in town through the end of the week (week ending Nov. 23).

LAPORTE, IN – State Street Community Church is delighted to announce its 13th Annual Thanksgiving Eve Dinner, which will be held on Nov. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. at 209 State Street, LaPorte, IN. This cherished yearly gathering welcomes the whole community for an evening rich with delicious food and the joy of friendship. Guests can anticipate a classic Thanksgiving dinner with turkey and ham, stuffing, creamy mashed potatoes topped with gravy, green bean casserole, corn, dinner rolls, cranberry sauce, and a tempting variety of pies, cakes, and cookies. Lead Pastor Nate Loucks shared, “The holidays can be a

The La Porte Police Department will have walk-in hours on Dec. 3 for anyone who has questions about protective orders or needs assistance filling them out. They will have printed applications available and Spanish translation on site. If you have any questions, contact their social worker, Caitlyn, by email at ckalisik@lpcitypd.com An event page can be found on the La Porte Police Facebook page.

CHICAGO, IL – Silver Birch Living is proud to announce its certification as a Great Place to Work for 2024, recognizing its dedication to fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture. The certification includes the Silver Birch Corporate Office, along with five of their assisted living communities across the state of Indiana: Evansville, Hammond, Kokomo, Michigan City, and Muncie. This achievement reflects Silver Birch’s commitment to its team members, whose passion and engagement directly contribute to the exceptional care provided to residents. The Great Place to Work® certification is based on employee feedback about workplace experiences, trust, and overall satisfaction,