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In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, Franciscan Health Michigan City will host a free car seat safety clinic. The clinic at Franciscan Health Michigan City, 3500 Franciscan Way, will be by appointment only from 11AM-3PM, Sunday, September 20th. Free car seats, provided by generous grants from ArcelorMittal and Geminus Regional Health Systems, will be installed by a certified technician while supplies last. Some qualifications are required to receive the free car seat, maximum two free car seats per vehicle. To schedule an appointment, call (800) 931-3322. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration recommends that whether you’ve just installed

The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced the funding recipients of the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) Program. Over $10 million will be allocated to 45 out-of-school learning programs, including 16 new to the program, and 29 that have been renewed. The 21st CCLC grant is continued through implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Twenty-first CCLC funds help support local programs providing a safe and enriching learning environment to bolster regular school-day learning and programming. In addition, parent, family, and community engagement activities also receive support. Funding is made available to support the

Two City of La Porte police officers were promoted this week, according to Chief Paul Brettin. Captain Joe Blake has been with the department for 15 years, and has served as a detective, field training officer and field training director. He is also a United States Air Force veteran. Blake will assume his duties as the afternoon shift commander. Sergeant Brian Favia is 14-year veteran of the department. He has served as a detective and is the main firearms instructor for the City of La Porte police. He will assume the duties of afternoon shift Sergeant. Brettin said the department

The City of La Porte Water Department will begin its biannual water system flushing this weekend, according to Water Superintendent Tim Werner. Beginning Sunday, Sept. 13 and continuing for the next three to four weeks, crews will be out to flush fire hydrants throughout the community between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., Sunday through Friday. Werner said this process is critical to maintaining the city’s water quality and infrastructure. “Though it can be a bit of an inconvenience for residents, water flushing is a necessary part of the upkeep for our water system,” Werner said. “The process usually takes about

The Indiana Department of Health is partnering with local health departments around the state to add nearly 100 community testing sites for COVID-19. The state Department of Health is providing more than $30 million in funding to increase access to COVID-19 testing for Hoosiers over the next two years. All 94 local health departments in Indiana were invited to apply to the state for the grants to launch testing operations. Three dozen local testing sites are scheduled to be open by the end of this week, with nearly 60 other locations scheduled to open by Oct. 1. Some counties are

In Michigan City, CSX Railroad began conducting repairs to the crossing at Ohio and Harrison Streets Wednesday morning. Unfortunately, they discovered the crossing was worse than anticipated. Further work needs to be accomplished and they are predicting a two-day repair and replacement. At this time, traffic will now be detoured to Arthur Street heading east to Buffalo Street, then headed back west to Ohio Street. The City will post updates on www.emichigancity.com

In Michigan City, CSX Railroad began conducting repairs to the crossing at Ohio and Harrison Streets Wednesday morning. Unfortunately, they discovered the crossing was worse than anticipated. Further work needs to be accomplished and they are predicting a two-day repair and replacement. At this time, traffic will now be detoured to Arthur Street heading east to Buffalo Street, then headed back west to Ohio Street.The City will post updates on www.emichigancity.com

In Michigan City, CSX Railroad began conducting repairs to the crossing at Ohio and Harrison Streets Wednesday morning. Unfortunately, they discovered the crossing was worse than anticipated. Further work needs to be accomplished and they are predicting a two-day repair and replacement. At this time, traffic will now be detoured to Arthur Street heading east to Buffalo Street, then headed back west to Ohio Street.The City will post updates on www.emichigancity.com

Recently a group of vintage car enthusiasts from Four A’s Car Club turned out at the Orak Shrine in Michigan City to donate $1,500.00 for the Shriners Children's Hospital. Club member Donna Parquette said, “Our group loves doing parades and fund raiser and while we didn’t get to do our favorite  free car show at the Great Lakes Grand Prix, we still raised enough money to make a donation to Shriners.  Four A’s Car Club looks forward to seeing you at the Great Lakes Grand Prix Car Show Saturday, August 4, 2021 from 10 am-4 pm and then at the

Add title On Sunday September 6th at approximately 7:00 P.M., Officer Matt Babcock was patrolling the area of Barker Avenue and Oak Street, when he observed a dark colored Chevrolet Impala traveling at a high rate of speed on OakStreet. Officer Babcock began to follow this vehicle and observed several more turn signal related traffic infractions. Officer Babcock then conducted a traffic stop on this vehicle in the area of Maple Avenue and Greenwood Avenue. The vehicle came to a stop at which time Officer Babcock made contact with the driver and four (4) otherpassengers who were not wearing their

On Sunday September 6th at approximately 7:00 P.M., Officer Matt Babcock was patrolling the area of Barker Avenue and Oak Street, when he observed a dark colored Chevrolet Impala traveling at a high rate of speed on OakStreet. Officer Babcock began to follow this vehicle and observed several more turn signal related traffic infractions. Officer Babcock then conducted a traffic stop on this vehicle in the area of Maple Avenue and Greenwood Avenue. The vehicle came to a stop at which time Officer Babcock made contact with the driver and four (4) otherpassengers who were not wearing their seatbelts. Officer

Diet is thought to be responsible for about 30 to 40 percent of all cancers. A Franciscan Health Cancer Center dietitian will describe the role nutrition plays in cancer prevention at a free online seminar. The seminar will be 9-10:30 AM CST on Saturday, Sept. 19. Online registration for this free event must be done by Sept. 18 at FranciscanHealth.org/Events. No food or diet can prevent cancer, but some foods can reduce your cancer risk and improve your overall health by boosting your immune system. At the virtual seminar, Abby Emerick, RD, CD, CSO, a registered dietitian, will explain the benefits

Voices of Vets provides free live music by professional musicians to veteran homes across America. With the onset of COVID-19, veterans are on lockdown and many cannot leave their home. Live Voices of Vets is seeking assistance to help fund the purchase of digital devices like iPads and tablets to donate to veterans homes so that veterans may have access to =their livestream concerts and other virtual experiences while maintaining social distancing practices. Voices of Vets, Inc. is a non-profit organization and contributions may be tax deductible pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. IRS tax code. Nothing in this

Governor Holcomb announced $51 million for 50 different broadband infrastructure expansion projects throughout the state. The funding as a part of the second round of the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program. Funding will provide broadband infrastructure to nearly 10,600 homes and commercial locations in 32 counties.

LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is 32 year old Kristin R. Vanschoyck is being sought by the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office.  She has 11 active arrest warrants. The arrest warrants consist of several felony charges and 8 Failure to Appears. Vanschoyck is 5’2” tall, weighs 175 pounds, has hazel colored eyes and brown colored hair. She has been known to use the aliases of Kristin R. Lord and Kristen R. Lord.  If you know the whereabouts of Vanschoyck, you are encouraged to provide your anonymous tips to Sergeant Brett Swanson of the Fugitive Apprehension Street Team. Sergeant Swanson can be reached

A Michigan City man was arrested after a Hit and Run spree Wednesday afternoon. On Wednesday September 2nd at around 3:50 P.M., the La Porte County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call indicating that a vehicle had struck several vehicles and overturned at the intersection of Franklin Street (US 421) and Kieffer Road (CR 400N), on the south end of Michigan City. Furthermore, the 911 caller indicated that a black male subject exited the overturned vehicle and fled on foot toward Dunes Inn.Several Deputies from the La Porte County Sheriff’s Office were immediately in the area. Deputies were able

As a reminder, the South Shore Line will operate a weekend/holiday train schedule in observance of Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7.  The Millennium Station ticket office will be open from 9:35 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday; all other ticket offices will be closed. Please purchase tickets from our ticket vending machines (debit or credit cards only), on-board the train, or use the South Shore mobile app. Friday, Sept. 4: Alcohol is prohibited on all trains after 7 p.m. Glass bottles are prohibited at all times. Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Sept. 5-7: Alcohol is prohibited on all trains. Glass bottles are prohibited at all

Sixteen organizations will receive grants from NIPSCO to help fund their safety education and training projects throughout northern Indiana. This year, NIPSCO has granted a total of $50,000.  Over the past three years since this grant program was initiated, a total of 44 projects were funded, totaling $150,000 in grant donations.  This year’s local recipients include: •           Pines Fire Department, Energy Saving Safety through Lighting •           Union Volunteer Fire Department, Vehicle Stabilization •           Portage Fire Department, PFD PR and Training Grant •           The MAAC Foundation Inc., First Responder Appreciation and Demonstration Day •           Dunebrook Inc., Prevent Child Sexual Abuse Education

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County (BGCLPC) remains committed to serving kids and families in a world that looks dramatically different than it used to. The organization proudly announces receipt of a $10,000 donation from Horizon Bank in support of its efforts. Through a partnership with Michigan City Area Schools, BGCLPC is currently operating special daytime Clubs at Pine and Springfield Elementary Schools, in addition to its Charles R. Westcott Club at 321 Detroit Street. Club members in grades K-8 enjoy online learning support, fun activities and healthy meals. There is no charge

MCPD announced they are investigating 4 shooting cases in as many days. On Saturday August 29th at approximately 10:25 P.M., Officers in the parking lot of MCPD heard several shots being fired in the neighborhood north of the police station. While enroute to the area, 911 calls reporting shots being fired in the 300 Block of Springland Avenue were answered by the La Porte County Regional Dispatch Center. Once in the area, Officers located an 18-year-old male that had crashed his vehicle into a garage in the 400 Block of Springland Avenue. Officers spoke with witnesses and collected evidence that