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Franciscan Health Breast Care Center Crown Point hosting peer counselor training for breast cancer survivors-New program pairs survivors with patients for support, comfort CROWN POINT, Indiana – Franciscan Health Breast Care Center Crown Point is hosting a free peer counselor training for breast cancer survivors aimed at connecting patients and survivors through a new program. Pink Ribbon Connection, in partnership with the Franciscan Health Breast Care Center Crown Point, is offering training for breast cancer survivors interested in becoming peer counselors for other breast cancer patients and survivors. Peer counselors offer emotional support and a source of comfort for anyone

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ TO 10 PM EDT /9 PM CDT/ TUESDAY Excessive Heat Warning issued August 26 at 2:29PM EDT until August 27 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values around or greater than 105. * WHERE...Portions of northern Indiana and southwest Michigan. * WHEN...From 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ to 10 PM EDT /9 PM CDT/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat and humidity will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. *

WINFIELD, Indiana - Family medicine nurse practitioner Selena Roggeveen is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Winfield. Selena Roggeveen, NP, is board-certified and earned her master of science degree in nursing from Purdue University Northwest in Hammond and her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Purdue University in West Lafayette. In addition to family medicine, Roggeveen’s clinical interests include management of chronic medical conditions, preventative and primary care for all ages and family-focused health care services. Roggeveen is accepting new patients at Winfield Health Center, 11161 Randolph St. in Winfield. In-person and virtual visits

REMINDER from the Indiana Department of Transportation-Northwest. The ramp from northbound U.S. 20/State Road 212 to eastbound U.S. 20 will be closed for approximately one day for resurfacing repairs on or after Tuesday, August 27. Motorists should seek alternate routes.

ROAD CLOSURE - U.S. 20 in Porter County Reminder! U.S. 20 is closed between Beam St and Lawson Ln today, Monday, August 26. INDOT crews are working at the Beam St bridge with the goal of increasing the height clearance of the bridge. Drivers are encouraged to use State Road 49 and I-94 as the detour. Reminder! U.S. 20 is closed between Beam St and Lawson Ln today, Monday, August 26. INDOT crews are working at the Beam St bridge with the goal of increasing the height clearance of the bridge. Drivers are encouraged to use State Road 49 and

Dollars 4 Doodles, the fundraiser that will turn your pet into a meow-sterpiece has begun! Here's how it works: Donate $25 online here: https://bit.ly/3AABS28 Send us a photo of your pet. You'll get a confirmation email with a link to upload your pet photo. Our doodle volunteers will create a one-of-a-kind portrait of your pet! We’ll call you when your doodle is ready or send it to you in the mail (your choice). Enjoy! Guaranteed to be a great conversation piece in your home or a fun surprise gift. You never know what you’re going to get! Our Doodlers have

MICHIGAN CITY OKTOBERFEST THIS WEEKEND Friday August 30th-Monday September 2nd will take place in Washington Park, Michigan City 6 On the Lake, Michigan City. Join Michigan City Special Events, The City of Michigan City for a fun packed Labor Day weekend. Team WIMS will be LIVE all weekend long! Oktoberfest is back in Michigan City! Oktoberfest features over 50 live entertainment acts on three stages, multiple full bars and a wide variety of food, art, craft and merchandise vendors as well as a Kids Zone. Labor Day weekend fun for the whole family! Check out The Michigan City Special Events FACEBOOK

Swanson Road will be closed to thru traffic between Rt. 20 and Evergreen Avenue during the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., beginning Monday, August 26 – August 27, 2024 (weather permitting) for NIPSCO pole replacement. The City of Portage is asking the public to use Dombey Road as your detour route.    

In Portage, Swanson Road will be closed to thru traffic between Rt. 20 and Evergreen Avenue during the hours of 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., beginning Monday, Aug. 26 – Aug. 27, 2024 (weather permitting) for NIPSCO pole replacement. The City of Portage is asking the public to use Dombey Road as your detour route. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back at WIMSradio.com for more roadwork updates.

Monday, August 26, Milestone Contractors will be milling the south side of Independence Avenue and the east side of Blake Road. See more details on the Portage Government Facebook page. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back with WIMSradio.com for more roadwork updates.

CROWN POINT -- Area residents can lace up their walking shoes for a healthy dose of information and exercise as Franciscan Health’s free Walk With A Doc program steps off in Crown Point on Sept. 12. The free, one-hour walks will start at the main entrance of the Lake County Health Department at 2900 W. 93rd Ave. in Crown Point at 3 p.m. Central each Thursday Sept. 12 through Oct. 17. The walks begin with a brief health talk by a physician or clinical staff member followed by stretching and walking. Registration takes place on-site only beginning at 2:45 p.m.

PORTER COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor LGS Plumbing Inc will close U.S. 6 between Mander Road and County Road 350 East on or after Monday, August 26. U.S. 6 will be closed through late December for two consecutive small structure replacements. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will follow State Road 49 and State Road 2.      

Valparaiso, IN – On Thursday, August 22, the MAAC Foundation proudly hosted its Excellence in Public Service event with area community leaders celebrating individuals whose dedication and service have made a profound impact on public safety across Northwest Indiana. This year’s event honored Bill Hanna, Executive Director of the Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation, and Phil Griffith, recognized as Volunteer of the Year for their unwavering commitment to the MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus. “We are proud to honor Bill Hanna and Phil Griffith, two exemplary servant leaders whose remarkable contributions have strengthened our community and set a

Last week, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan joined with Colonel Kenneth Rockwell, Commander of the US Army Corps of Engineers – Chicago District (USACE), Superintendent Jason Taylor, Indiana Dunes National Park, and Ryan McCoy, Port Director of the Ports of Indiana - Burns Harbor, in a tour of certain federally funded projects across Northwest Indiana. Specifically, Rep. Mrvan toured the Michigan City Harbor, the Indiana Dunes National Park, and the Ports of Indiana - Burns Harbor. Congressman Mrvan stated, “Thank you to all the leaders with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Indiana Dunes National Park, and the Ports of

Westville, Ind. - Legacy Sign Group and The Duneland Chamber of Commerce invite local students to learn more about the signage industry and what training/skills/education will facilitate their journey into the field. This marks the third year that Legacy Sign Group will host this event, an annual initiative by the International Sign Association (ISA). Our objective is to expand participation with more students and industry partners, aiming to make it an educational and impactful experience. "We want to help bridge the gap between students seeking alternative degrees or training programs and show them how to equip themselves with the necessary

News release, National Park Service: INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL PARK: Join park rangers for some fishing fun on Friday, August 30th, from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm at Indiana Dunes National Park’s Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk. In addition to fishing, meet U.S. Fish and Wildlife Biologists Eric Brossman and Biological Science Technician Jake Kessel to learn about the invasive Asian Carp and what they are doing to stop it from getting into Lake Michigan. During this morning of catch and release fishing, learn about the basic techniques, as well as the different fish species found in these waters. Kids can even

All lanes of U.S. 20 to close between Highway Street and Beam Street on Sunday night Aug 25. All lanes of travel on U.S. 20 will be closed between Highway Street and Beam Street at 11 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, the Indiana Department of Transportation is reporting. U.S. 20 at that location will remain closed until approximately 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26. “No traffic will be able to pass through this location during this time while crews grind down the road and repave it to make more clearance space for semis to pass under the bridge,” INDOT said. “This is

Portage Police said Thursday that a report of a child being approached by a vehicle was unsubstantiated. The original report  caused Portage Township Schools to go into a lock-out, prior to contacting law enforcement. Patrol Officers and Detectives have concluded their investigation, which included interviewing the student, speaking with a witness and reviewing video footage from cameras in the area. Investigators do not believe there was any contact between the child and any person and no abduction was attempted. Police do not believe there is a threat to public safety at this time.

The Valparaiso Police Department announced the recent graduation of Captain Melanie Sheets, Detective Sergeant Chris Allison, and Patrol Lieutenant Jerame Simpson from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University. The officers have successfully completed the (22) week Staff and Command program. This program, which was implemented by the Center for Public Safety in 1983, has graduated over 21,000 students both nationally and internationally. Captain Sheets and Detective Sergeant Allison were students in SPSC Class #564, while Lieutenant Simpson was a student in SPSC Class #572. The School of Police Staff and Command provides upper-level college instruction

Global Engineering and Land Surveying is notifying the public that there will be several roadways under construction during the next four months. They estimate each section of roadway taking no more than 2 weeks. See the full statement including the construction schedule below for more details.