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The Indiana Department of Transportation says they are aware of numerous fraudulent text and email campaigns related to their agency and various tolling groups. "Be sure to carefully inspect message sources as well as any links that may be included in these messages before clicking or providing any type of personal information," INDOT said on their Facebook page. Follow Indiana Department of Transportation: Northwest on Facebook for more updates from INDOT.

MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. –Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) is celebrating the completion of a second mural at the H.O.P.E. Community Center in Michigan City. Please join us in a community celebration at H.O.P.E. on Sunday, September 29, from 1-3 p.m. (Central). The celebration will mark the 1st Annual West Fest and will include remarks from Bernard Williams. The celebration will also feature performances by Michigan City High School's Wolvettes, the double-dutch group JUMP and spoken word with Gerri Lucas. Food trucks and vendors will be on site. The 2024 mural titled, "The Bridge to Tomorrow," was facilitated by Lubeznik

MICHIGAN CITY – Curb and ADA access concrete removal is underway on the west side of  Franklin Street beginning at 4th Street and continuing south to 10th Street. On Thursday, Sept. 12 through Saturday, Sept. 14, concrete crews will continue removal, and forming and installing concrete at those same locations will commence, weather permitting. Traffic control will remain in place, so please use caution when driving in this area. The City says updates will be provided as they become available.

The Newton County Sheriff's Office says a deputy who was shot earlier this month will not survive, according to a statement made on Tuesday afternoon. The Newton County Sheriff's Office made the following statement Tuesday afternoon: “On behalf of the family of Corporal Schreiber, it is with great sadness we must provide this update. Corporal Schreiber was shot in the line of duty on September 1, 2024.  Despite the tremendous and heroic efforts of his medical team, we have been informed he will not survive his injuries. Corporal Schreiber is an organ donor.  His sacrifice will present the opportunity for

In Michigan City, Walker Street will be temporarily closed from Porter Street to Dickson Street for safety reasons and expected to reopen by the end of the day on Wednesday. The city says updates will be provided as they become available. Follow WIMS on Facebook and check back with wimsradio.com for more roadwork updates.  

The Economic Development Corporation of Michigan City announced the Michigan City Neighborhood Leadership Academy is accepting applications through Sept. 16 for MC residents wanting to make an impact. The program is a partnership between the City of Michigan City and the Economic Development Corporation Michigan City. It is aimed at individuals who are interested in taking on a leadership role within their own neighborhoods and bringing neighbors together to spark change. Details https://vibrantmc.com/neighborhood-leadership-academy/  

The City of Valparaiso invites the community to share thoughts on accessibility in City-owned pedestrian facilities within the rights-of-ways maintained by the City. “We continue to enhance access for all in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA),” said Deputy Engineer Bob Thompson. Title II of the ADA requires that each of the City’s services, programs and activities be readily accessible and usable by individuals with disabilities. Specifically, the City is seeking public input and comments on what barriers exist or what access is necessary for the use of City pedestrian rights-of-way (i.e. sidewalks, curb ramps and pedestrian crossings).

The Women’s Fund of Porter County, held at the Porter County Community Foundation, is awarding $57,500 in grants to local organizations that meet the needs of women and children. Hilltop Neighborhood House and Jacob’s Ladder Pediatric Rehabilitation will receive $25,000 each to support high-impact programs. Parents as Teachers of Porter County, the MAAC Foundation, and The Caring Place will each receive $2,500 for general support. Funding awarded to Hilltop Neighborhood House will support the Hilltop Mission Kitchen, which provides nutritious meals to those in need, promotes food security, and fosters a sense of community support and empowerment. Jacob’s Ladder is

Press release, Franciscan Health: WINFIELD, Indiana -- Board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist Padmaja Sanaka, MD is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Winfield. Dr. Sanaka attended medical school at Kurnool Medical College in India and completed her residency in Chicago at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County and at Northwestern University Hospital. Dr. Sanaka’s clinical interests include general obstetrics and gynecology, high-risk pregnancy care, fibroids, ovarian cysts and minimally invasive and DaVinci robotic procedures. Dr. Sanaka is accepting patients at Winfield Health Center, 11161 Randolph St. in Winfield. She offers both in-person and

Press release, Carolyn (Carrie) J. Higgins, M.S. Ed., RCHES, Program Director Tobacco Education and Prevention Coalition for Porter County, Valparaiso University College of Nursing and Health Professions: Valparaiso, IN – The Justice Partners Addiction Response (JPAR) team of Porter County is hosting a free community event, Coping with Modern Day Challenges Impacting Mental Health and Addiction, from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27th at Harre Union on the campus of Valparaiso University. Registration is free and open to the public. The event is sponsored by the Tobacco Education and Prevention Coalition for Porter County, in affiliation with

The following is a statement from South Shore Line President, Mike Noland regarding overall performance after the schedule revision that was implemented in August and the new Hammond station: September 6, 2024 Dear South Shore Line Riders, We are now two weeks into the schedule revision that we implemented on August 20th, and I am happy to report that we have seen substantial improvement in the operation of our service. While our overall on-time performance is not yet up to our expectations, we are seeing steady improvement in the number of trains that are regularly arriving at their destinations on

LaPorte County Recycling will have a 7 in 1 collection on September 14 with a 25 tire limit.   Details: When: September 14, 2024 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: LaPorte County Fairgrounds 2851 W.State Rd. 2 Please be advised, there will be a limit of 25 tires accepted at this event. If you havemore than 25 tires, please contact our office directly at 219-326-0014, Ext. 1. When: September 14, 2024 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Where: LaPorte County Fairgrounds 2851 W.State Rd. 2 Please be advised, there will be a limit of 25 tires accepted at this event. If

The first phase of a pavement improvement project on the Indiana Toll Road will begin next Monday, Sept. 9, and continue until Sept. 25, (dates are subject to change due to weather). Roadwork will take place between Mile Marker 10 and Mile Marker 15.6 westbound, including the closure of the westbound Gary West Exit 14A. Only one lane will be operational during construction. The full tentative schedule for the mainline milling and filling and Gary West exit 14A closure is as follows. Please note: The roadwork will occur Monday-Saturday during the daytime, which will require intermittent lane and shoulder closures.

Press release, Indiana Department of Education: INDIANAPOLIS – During the third annual Indiana Educational Excellence Awards Gala, the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) awarded nearly $5 million to schools and educators across the state. This black-tie event is focused on celebrating and elevating the work of Indiana’s educators as they support student learning. "The Educational Excellence Awards Gala is a celebration of the extraordinary impact our educators have on students and communities across Indiana," said Dr. Katie Jenner, Indiana Secretary of Education. "We know that continuous improvement is part of our journey, yet tonight is about pausing to shine a

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration announces continued progress in building a comprehensive statewide crisis response system that encompasses all three pillars of the crisis continuum — Someone to Contact, Someone to Respond and A Safe Place for Help. During National Suicide Prevention and National Recovery Month, and to mark the nation’s first 988 Day on Sunday, Sept. 8, FSSA is calling on communities across Indiana to help spread awareness about 988 and make sure that all Hoosiers know that help is just a call, text or chat away. To learn more about what to expect when

On Friday, the La Porte Police Department Emergency Response Team (ERT) Members along with the United States Marshals Service executed an arrest warrant in the 200 Block of Belden Street. The adult male subject inside the residence was wanted by the United States District Court for violation of federal probation. Police say multiple attempts were made by police negotiators and ERT to have the subject exit the residence. After negotiation efforts were unsuccessful, ERT deployed tactical measures inside the residence. After several hours, the wanted subject exited the residence, and was transported to an area hospital for self-inflicted, non-life-threatening injuries

The La Porte County Sheriff's Office has made two arrests in connection to the recent thefts of bronze veteran markers from headstones across the county. Personnel from several divisions executed an operation dubbed, “Justice, Peace and Salute” Friday morning at a residence in the 400 block of Andrew Avenue in La Porte. Arrested were 53-year-old Terry L. Wood and 25-year-old Breanna C. Puentez Last month a series of bronze veteran marker thefts were reported to the agency. Detective Jake Koch, a veteran himself, was assigned as the lead investigator. On Aug. 28, the agency publicly announced the investigation and encouraged

On Monday, Sept. 9, milling will be done on Walker St from Vail Street to Grace Street. All road construction is weather permitting.  Updates will be provided as they become available.   This is in addition to paving that will take place at the following locations on Monday and Tuesday: -- Lindenwood Drive from Northbrook Drive to Duneland Beach Drive -- Northbrook Drive from Duneland Beach Drive to the East Dead End -- Elmwood Drive from Northbrook Drive to Duneland Beach Drive

Michigan City Area Schools' new superintendent, Dr. Wendel McCollum, will discuss MCAS with the Michigan City Commission on the Social Status of African American Males (MCCSSAAM) in Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 E. Michigan Blvd., at 11 a.m. next Wednesday, Sept. 11. The community is encouraged and invited to attend. McCollum earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in secondary education and an administrative certification from Indiana University Northwest; his superintendent’s license through the educational specialist program at Indiana Wesleyan University; and doctorate in education (EdD) in K-12 district leadership from Oakland City University. “I am a proud product of

With the start of a new school year, The Salvation Army of Michigan City kicked off its annual Weekend Backpack Feeding Program to help students in Michigan City. This program provides six meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for students in need, ensuring they have food to eat over the weekend throughout the school year. On average, about 450 children in Michigan City Area Schools and Head Start receive food every week through the Weekend Backpack Feeding Program, serving students during the 35-week school year. Major Becky Simmons, corps officer/administrator at The Salvation Army of Michigan City, said this program is