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Press release, Franciscan Health: Franciscan Health Crown Point is hosting a two-day trauma symposium aimed at helping better understand trauma in its various forms. “People rarely think of trauma care until they need it, but healthcare professionals know it is a vital part of the services we provide,” said Franciscan Health Crown Point Manager of Trauma and Injury Prevention Jennifer Homan, RN MSN CPSTI. “Having healthcare providers who are trained to manage the many facets of trauma care is key to successful outcomes. This symposium will serve to celebrate the successes in Indiana’s trauma system while helping to further strengthen

A bicyclist died of injuries sustained when he was struck Monday morning by an SUV on East Porter Avenue, the Chesterton Police Department is reporting. The victim has been identified as 65-year-old Salvador Mujica, of Porter. According to the Chesterton Police Department, at 7:30 a.m. a 54-year-old motorist from Port St. Lucie, Fla., was northbound on Ind. 49 when he began “experiencing a medical emergency” and turned right onto eastbound East Porter Ave., where “he blacked out.” The vehicle veered off East Porter Avenue to the south, continued eastbound through the grass near the soccer fields, then crossed Dickinson Road,

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a commitment of $50 million in Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) funds to support safety improvement projects on local road networks across Indiana. The commitment solidifies the agency's renewed focus on safety and related goal of reducing fatal and serious injury crashes on Indiana roadways by 25% over the next ten years. A Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) is now available and the call for projects is open through Friday, Oct. 11, providing opportunity for local agencies to implement specific safety countermeasures on local roads. Eligible countermeasures are systemic, low-cost improvements that do not

HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is pleased to announce the members of the Alumni Advisory Board.  The board includes 14 accomplished PNW alumni with diverse backgrounds working in a variety of industries. Board members’ perspectives and leadership will be influential in contributing to university initiatives and driving impactful change for Northwest Indiana and beyond. “We are fortunate to have accomplished and motivated alumni sharing their time and energy to advance their alma mater’s impact,” said Katie Holderby, director of Alumni Engagement. “The PNW Alumni Advisory Board members’ collective experience and community connections will help us continue

Join Rittenhouse Village at Michigan City for their 12th Annual Classic Car Show Event! They are expected to have OVER 40 Classic Cars that fill the entire front parking lot, (Parking Available in back for Guests) there will be live entertainment of 50-60’s music, complimentary cookout (hamburgers and Stadium Hot Dogs), Hot Rod Snow Cone Truck, AND two Retro Ladies that will be posing for complimentary Pictures!!!  We generally get about 200 people that come to view us! We have “First, Second, and third Trophies” People’s Choice Award! It’s a great time! Join the Rittenhouse and WIMS Team for a Great

Secretary of State Diego Morales Calls on Fellow Hoosier Veterans to Serve as Poll Workers  INDIANAPOLIS- (August 29, 2024) – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales, a proud veteran himself, is calling on fellow Hoosier veterans to once again answer the call to duty- this time as poll workers in the upcoming General Election on November 5th.  This initiative highlights the importance of civic duty and ensures that Indiana’s electoral process is conducted smoothly and efficiently. Recognizing the unique dedication and commitment of veterans, Secretary Morales emphasizes the critical role they can play in safeguarding the integrity of Indiana’s electoral process.

???????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????????????? Yesterday morning at 2:05 AM, deputies responded to the 8400 north block of CR 500 East reference a single vehicle personal injury crash. The initial on-scene investigation completed by Deputy Alexander Nolan and assisting deputies determined the following had occurred. A beige 2005 Buick Century was traveling north on CR 500 East. The vehicle traveled off the east side of CR 500 East, came back onto the roadway, traveled across both lanes, left the west side of the roadway, and collided with a tree. The driver (lone occupant), Brandy B. HARDAWAY (29 YOA) of Buchanan, Michigan,

CCH MOBILE FOOD DISTRIBUTION EVENT. This Thursday, September 5, 2024, from 10am until noon, CCH will sponsor and facilitate a mobile food distribution event at the La Crosse Apostolic Church in La Crosse. Food will be available for 100 families and will include non-perishables, fruits and vegetables and other items our friends at Food Bank of Northwest Indiana include for the event. This event is made possible by a generous grant awarded CCH by the Indiana Department of Health! See event flyer for details and see you this Thursday! Please share this post.

CENTER FOR CREATIVE SOLUTIONS EXPANDS FALL INNOVATION FORUM, “TOURING CREATIVITY THROUGH ARCHITECTURE” Due to an overwhelming response, the Center for Creative Solutions added another session of “Touring Creativity through Architecture” on Saturday, September 21. It will start at 10:00 a.m. at Barker Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, located on the corner of Franklin and 6th Streets in Michigan City. As with the afternoon tour, award-winning designer, artist, educator, and author, Matthew Kubik, will guide walkers. He will tell the stories of creative people who designed, built and occupied significant buildings in the city’s north-end Art District . A Michigan City

FINAL DAY Today-LABOR DAY for OKTOBERFEST 2024 Another great day at OKTOBERFEST 2024 with awesome crowds, great food, wonderful music, in Washington Park in Michigan City. OKTOBERFEST continues today NOON until 6pm in Washington Park In Michigan City. Family friendly, great food and music. It’s FREE. Thank you to our sponsors NIPSCO Arnett Construction & Roofing Chesterton Physical Therapy, Inc. Michigan City Special Events Paladin, Inc. General Insurance Services #wims #nwi

Ogden Dunes has been awarded funding through the Community Crossings Matching Grant and will soon begin another road paving project in town. In preparation, two new dry wells have already been installed on the north side of Shore Drive at Diana Road to assist with storm water mitigation. Milling is scheduled to begin on Sept. 16 and should take approximately two days to complete. Once milling has been completed, paving will begin and should take approximately 5-7 days to complete. This schedule is tentative based on weather and if needed, will be adjusted accordingly. Ogden Dunes will be completing nearly

CROWN POINT, Indiana – The Franciscan Physician Network St. Clare Health Center is now a community health facility dedicated to serving expectant and new mothers in need as well as those with food insecurities. The building at 1121 S. Indiana Ave. previously housed the Prenatal Assistance Program, the Diaper Pantry and the Fresh Start Market as well as Franciscan Physician Network offices for Internal Medicine Physician Emmett Robinson, MD; Family Medicine Kathleen Nix, NP and Internal/Geriatric Medicine Physician Rajarajeswari Majety, MD. Dr. Majety is transitioning to a leadership role with Franciscan's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). Dr.

The LaPorte County E-911 Regional Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls on August 29th at approximately 07:44 PM regarding a personal injury motor vehicle crash on West US Highway 12 at County Line Road that involved a sport utility vehicle and motorcycle. Multiple officers from Uniform Patrol Shift 2 quickly responded to the scene and noticed that both operators involved in the crash were suffering from personal injuries. Officers provided life saving measures to the motorcyclist and first aid to the driver of the sport utility vehicle. The motorcyclist was transported to Franciscan Health Michigan City Hospital where he eventually

An Indiana Department of Transportation contractor will close State Road 16 between County Road 280 West and County Road 180 West on or after Tuesday, Sept. 3. State Road 16 will be closed through late Oct. for a bridge deck overlay preventative maintenance project over Bice Ditch. Motorists should seek alternate routes. The official detour will follow U.S. 231, State Road 114 and U.S. 421.

The Valparaiso Police Department has announced the Valparaiso Police Department has received a generous donation of two Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).  The AEDs will enhance officers' ability to respond to medical emergencies and help them get closer to the department’s goal of equipping each member of the department with this important piece of equipment. “This generous donation, provided by Nick Mandich, owner of Valpo Car Company, is an incredible addition to our department’s resources, significantly improving our ability to save lives in critical situations,” VPD said on social media. AEDs are portable devices that deliver a life-saving electric shock to

LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind. - An Indiana Department of Transportation contractor will have alternating lane closures on State Road 4/Monroe St between State Road 2/Lincolnway and Boyd Blvd starting on or after Tuesday, September 3. Work will include patching and resurfacing, curb and gutter replacement where necessary, and ADA compliant sidewalk ramps. The roadway will be reduced to one lane and flaggers will direct traffic in the area where work is occurring. Temporary closures for sidewalks and intersecting crossroads will also be necessary during ADA ramp reconstruction. This project will be ongoing through late November. INDOT encourages drivers to allow

Michigan City, IN – Friday, the Michigan City Police Department joined Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch and Congressman Frank J. Mrvan to highlight the use of federal funding for the Michigan City Police Department. Congressman Mrvan’s request for federal Community Project Funding for the Michigan City Police Department was approved in the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations law. Specifically, the Michigan City Police Department will receive $180,000 to upgrade technology and equipment. These upgrades will improve efficiencies within the Michigan City Police Department and enhance officers’ efforts to effectively investigate and solve crimes. Michigan City Police Chief Marty Corley stated, “I would

The La Porte County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that recently, several bronze markers located on headstones of deceased veterans in the Union Mills and Rolling Prairie Cemeteries have been stolen.  The stolen makers are those that are affixed to the back of a headstone, similar to that of the provided picture. “You are encouraged to visit the gravesites of any family members and friends who are deceased veterans with similar bronze markers to insure theirs has not been tampered with and is still present,” the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement. “If you observe suspicious activity around

The new Chesterton Police Department is officially open for business at their new station located at 791 Broadway. During their normal business hours (8 AM - 4 PM, Monday through Friday), the front lobby will be open to the public. The public entrance is located at the corner of 8th St. and Broadway. Parking is available on the north and west sides of the new building, while the rear (south) parking lot is reserved for employees only. Police say when you arrive, simply step up to the records window, where Ashley or Chris will be happy to assist you or

The Michigan City Department of Water Works will begin the semi-annual fire hydrant flushing on Monday Sept. 9. This is done to insure the hydrants are in working order for the fall and winter months. The Department of Water Works says the program should take approximately eight weeks to complete. The department also says if anyone should experience any discoloration in their water, they should let the water run for a short time and the water will clear.