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Wheeler, IN – In partnership with the Northwest Indiana District 1 Firefighter Training Council, the MAAC Foundation announced the graduation of the newest Volunteer Fire Academy class. The graduation ceremony took place at Friday evening at Wheeler High School, honoring the hard work, dedication, and commitment of 40 new volunteer firefighters representing departments across Northwest Indiana. This milestone marks the culmination of intensive hands-on and classroom training designed to prepare recruits for service in their local fire departments. Each graduate has demonstrated the knowledge, skill, and heart required to serve their communities with courage and professionalism. “Every one of these

An INDOT contractor will have lane closures on U.S. 30 between Mississippi St and Colorado St beginning on or after Wednesday, June 18. Alternating lane closures will be conducted at Ring Rd/Mall Entrance B for a culvert replacement. Motorists should expect changing traffic patterns while this work is occurring through mid-September. Access to Southlake Mall at Mall Entrance B will be impacted so plan alternate routes. INDOT encourages drivers to allow extra time when driving through this area and follow traffic directions carefully.  

La PORTE COUNTY – With a message of “Need knows no season,” La Porte County sites of The Salvation Army will host an annual “Christmas in June” event again this summer in hopes of raising funds to support programs and services offered to residents of La Porte County. Red kettles will be stationed at all Al’s Supermarkets stores in La Porte County – including the Franklin Street and Karwick Plaza locations in Michigan City, and the Lincolnway location in La Porte. Volunteers will be ringing a bell at red kettles on Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 from 10

The Michigan City Human Rights Commission recognized Chief of Operations Steve Forker and Chief of Services Dave Cooney with the prestigious 2025 Unsung Hero Award. The award was presented by Chief Marty Corley, who also serves as a Commissioner on the Human Rights Commission, during a ceremony surrounded by family, friends, and community leaders. "This honor reflects the unwavering dedication and tireless service that Chiefs Forker and Cooney have shown—not only to the men and women of the Michigan City Police Department but also to the broader Michigan City community," MCPD said on its Facebook page. "These two leaders are

SOUTH BEND –  Jonathan Alan Peters, 33 years old, of Mishawaka, Indiana, was recently sentenced by United States District Court Judge Cristal C. Brisco after pleading guilty to one count of production of child pornography and one count of distribution of child pornography, announced Acting United States Attorney Tina L. Nommay. Peters was sentenced to 420 months in prison, 15 years of supervised release.  Restitution will be imposed at a later date. According to documents in the case, Peters took photographs depicting images of child sexual abuse material. He then distributed the images to other people on the Internet. The investigation revealed

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Chesterton, IN — The Town of Chesterton and the Duneland Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, June 13, to celebrate the opening of two new public parking lots in the downtown district.   Community leaders, business owners, and residents gathered at 101 N Calumet Road to mark the completion of the project, which includes a 60-space lot in the 100 block of Grant Avenue and a 51-space lot in the 100 block of East Indiana Avenue. The additional parking is designed to increase accessibility and support continued business growth in downtown Chesterton.   “This project represents

On Friday, five local leaders were honored with awards during the Indiana Black Expo, Inc. Michigan City Chapter's fifth annual corporate luncheon. Michigan City Police Department Detective Taylor Tillman received the 2025 "I" Rise Award. Common Councilman At-large Bryant Dabney received the Community Spirit Award. Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch received the Lifetime Achievement Award. Also, recent MCHS grads Brianna Bonds and Jamere Steele received college scholarships. WIMS congratulates all who were honored.

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews will be conducting seal coating operations resulting in the closure of State Road 39 beginning on or after Tuesday, June 17. State Road 39 will be closed between U.S. 20 and the Michigan State Line for approximately two days. The official detour for this closure will follow U.S. 20 and I-94. Through traffic should utilize the detour or seek an alternate route. Local traffic should exercise caution and follow traffic directions carefully in the area where work is occurring. This work is weather sensitive so the schedule is subject to

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – The path of projects and city’s prosperity, stemming from downtown development and the South Shore Train Station, were at the core of the conversation during the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Update. Panelists Economic Development Corporation Michigan City Executive Director Clarence L. Hulse and Michigan City Director of Redevelopment Skyler York centered on updates, momentum and what is next for the city. The newly constructed South Shore Train Station - Double Track Project continues to spark inquiries and new projects. This development includes a new parking garage and renovated train station along with the adjacent The Franklin

MICHIGAN CITY, IN – June 12, 2025 – The 30th annual commencement ceremony of Michigan City High School took place on Sunday, June 8, in the Wolves Den gymnasium. 311 MCHS students received a high school diploma. In his remarks, Principal Dr. Mo Mroueh proudly called the class “a group of remarkable young individuals whose dedication, perseverance, and growth [are] proudly recognized.” Dr. Wendel McCollum, Superintendent of Michigan City Area Schools, addressed the graduates, saying, “It’s clear you know how to come together, raise your voice, and effect meaningful change.” He also emphasized the class’s role in shaping the MCAS

Michigan City Area Schools Office of Food Services is participating in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Free meals will be made available to all children 18 years of age and under and to persons over 18 years who are enrolled in a state-approved educational program for the mentally or physically disabled. Free meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children. Children must be present to receive their meals. There will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. For a full list of sites, times, and menus, please visit

In order to accommodate track construction, the South Shore Line will provide busing substitution for late evening eastbound train passengers between Carroll Ave. and South Bend Airport stations Monday, June 16, through Friday, June 20, 2025. No bikes will be permitted on buses. Weekday EB Tr 33 & Tr 35 bused between Carroll Ave. & South Bend 6/16-6/20. EB Tr 33 & EB Tr 35 WILL NOT serve Hudson Lake Station 6/16-6/20. Weekday WB Tr 432 & Tr 400 are canceled 6/16-6/20. All other train service operates as regularly scheduled between Carroll Ave. & South Bend. Buses will arrive and

LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Superior Construction will begin pavement patching work on I-65 between 93rd Ave and Central Ave next week. Overnight lane closures will take place for approximately four nights during the hours of 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Monday, June 16. Lane closures will be on southbound I-65 the first two nights and then on northbound I-65 the next two nights. After the overnight lane closures are complete in each direction, I-65 will have three lanes shifted to the right with the work zone on the left. These restrictions are for phase one

Porter Police arrested a man after successfully initiating a PIT maneuver Wednesday night. Just before 8:30 p.m. a Town of Porter Police Officer attempted to stop a motorist for tailgating and passing other vehicles on a double-yellow line in the area of 700 N. Waverly Road. The suspect, driving a 2004 Dodge Neon, failed to stop for the officer and fled eastbound on U.S. 20. The pursuit reached speeds in excess of 100 mph and took a number of turns onto various county roads in both Westchester and Pine Township. In the area of Burdick Road and County Road 575

The Washington Park Zoo will offer free admission for Father's Day with a paid admission all day Sunday, June 15. Gates open at 10 am and last admission is at 4pm. More information on the Washington Park Zoo can be found at www.washingtonparkzoo.com.

Press Release, Michigan City Police Department:  The Michigan City Police Department’s strategically deployed Crime Suppression Unit made it clear: crime doesn’t get holidays, and neither do they. Launching over Memorial Day weekend, the unit, in coordination with MCPD’s Patrol Division, immediately made its mark—executing search warrants, seizing firearms, narcotics, and arresting individuals tied to violent and disruptive criminal activity. Through targeted enforcement focused on violent crime and street-level disruption, the Crime Suppression Unit—within just a few days—initiated over 20 proactive cases, resulting in 17 arrests, the execution of three search warrants, and the seizure of nine firearms. Officers also confiscated

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that citizens are being targeted by subjects calling and claiming to be an employee of the LCSO. The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office says all unexpected telephone calls from anyone claiming to be affiliated with the agency should be immediately terminated.

The Hammond Parks Foundation, in conjunction with the American Legion and the Hammond Fire Department, is collecting U.S. flags in need of disposal through Friday, June 13. Flags will be retired at a ceremony on June 14. Drop off any US Flags in need of disposal at the Hammond Sportsplex by end of day, Friday, June 13.

News Release, Marquette High School: Before they disperse to California, Croatia, or somewhere in between, Marquette's Class of 2025 gathered one last time Wednesday as students. In the morning, their parents accompanied them inside the Fremont Ballroom at Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa for the Senior Breakfast, where Jordan Gallas '03 shared insights on decision-making and encouraged the graduates to make connections as they go forth. Most Reverend Bishop Robert J. McClory presided over the Class of 2025's Baccalaureate Mass inside St. Mary the Immaculate Conception Church before diplomas were conferred upon the 53 graduates. Principal Katie Collignon welcomed