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A record of more than 1,800 Purdue University Global graduates worldwide took part in virtual commencement ceremonies on Saturday (May 22). It marked Purdue Global’s 10th commencement since its formation in 2018.   Six ceremonies were streamed live throughout the day. Graduates, who were recognized by their name, degree and photo, received a cap and tassel, PG Proud sign, Purdue For Life gift and celebration props before the ceremonies.   Degrees were awarded from the schools of Business and Information Technology, Education, Health Sciences, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Concord Law School. https://www.concordlawschool.edu/about There were 854 bachelor’s degrees,

Northwest Health has announced recipients of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing at both Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health – Starke. Lori Bridegroom, RN, an Emergency Room nurse at Northwest Health – Starke was nominated by a patient who was anxious and fearful during her first time being a hospital patient. The patient shared that Lori’s calming manner and kindness calmed her nerves. Her nomination noted that, because of Bridegroom’s outstanding nursing care she’d gladly choose Northwest Health – Starke for her healthcare needs in the future. When given the award, Bridegroom was thanked for providing excellent

Ambrose Lester has joined the Economic Development Corporation Michigan City team with the help of Horizon Bank to center on housing initiatives. As Economic Development Coordinator, Lester will initially concentrate on working toward housing diversity and affordability. “My role is to research, analyze and disseminate data to inform and develop policies, plans and programs,” she said. “Researching and evaluating the city’s past performance and future goals are my starting points as I shift from the research side to becoming more involved in the solution, which will involve both planning and financing expertise. As I get to know the city on

A ceremony was held today to remember fallen Indiana Conservation Officers and recognize current officers for their excellence while serving the state of Indiana and its citizens. The seven members of the DNR Division of Law Enforcement who have died in the line of duty since its inception in 1911 were honored during the ceremony in the auditorium of the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis. Those officers, listed with their end of watch date: Sgt. Ed Bollman, Feb. 13, 2018; F/Sgt. Karl E. Kelley, April 17, 1998; ICO Thomas Deniston, Oct. 16, 1990; ICO James D. Pitzer, January 2, 1961;

Strokes are in the top five causes of deaths in the United States—being knowledgeable about strokes and preventive measures is critical. That is why Franciscan Health wants to provide information and education regarding strokes during Stroke Awareness Month in May. Strokes occur when there is a blockage of blood flow to the brain. It can cause minor to serious disabilities as well as death. While there is no age-limit for strokes, they are most common in adults over age 65. They are also more likely to occur when there are unhealthy lifestyle factors involved in a person’s everyday life like

The South Shore Line advises that passengers on the following trains will be bused to stations located between Carroll Ave. and Gary Metro Center May 22-28, 2021 (Saturday through Friday): Weekend Westbound: Tr 606 (arrives 11:10a @ Millennium); Tr 506 (2:39p @ Millennium); Tr 608 (5:23p @ Millennium); Tr 508 (7:11p @ Millennium). Weekend Eastbound: Tr 503 (departs 8:40a from Millennium); Tr 603 (10:45a from Millennium); Tr 605 (12:05p from Millennium); Tr 505 (1:35p from Millennium); Tr 507 (4:43p from Millennium). Weekday Westbound: Tr 116 (arrives 12:39p @ Millennium); Tr 18 (2:14p @ Millennium); Tr 118 (4:21p @ Millennium); Tr

 Hoosier voters are beginning to receive postcards in the mail from the Secretary of State’s office. The office is mailing these postcards as part of a statewide voter list refresh. The goal is to identify outdated and inaccurate voter registration information to improve the accuracy and integrity of Indiana’s voter registration list. “These mailings help us identify records that need updating or are no longer valid. This helps us create a more accurate picture of voter turnout for the state and helps ensure our elections remain safe and secure. Hoosiers deserve to know we have accurate voter lists,” Secretary of

Students aged 12 and up and their families are invited to kick-off the summer at the "Our Shot Slicers" vaccine bash, according to Mayor Tom Dermody. This Thursday, May 20, local students and their families can receive their Pfizer vaccination at the Civic Auditorium from 3-7 p.m. Free food from local food vendors will be available outside of the Civic to anyone who receives their shot. Dermody says he hopes this will encourage more La Porte families to get vaccinated before the end of the school year. "We are all ready to get back to normal this summer," Dermody said.

Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Pennsylvania May 18, 2021 — More than 55 Gordon Food Service locations in the Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Pennsylvania area will raise money to help the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) send kids with muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases to a virtual Summer Camp experience where kids ages 8-17 learn vital life skills, create life-long friendships, and gain independence— all at no cost to their families. From May 23 to June 19 Gordon Food Service associates are selling pinups for a $1, $5 or a larger contribution to offer customers the opportunity to help send more than 100

UPDATE - Work has been postponed LAKE COUNTY, Ind. - The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a delay to the road closure for State Road 2 between Clay St and Grand Blvd. The road will be closed for NIPSCO to remove the casings from the gas transmission lines. This work was originally set to begin this week but has been postponed to approximately mid-June. An update will be sent out when a new start date has been determined.