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Today, MISSION BBQ announced the donation of $362,320, to Wreaths Across America - Official Page (WAA). This contribution was made possible thanks to the generosity of Our Customers and their support of the American Heroes Cups. The donation will help to sponsor over 36,000 veterans’ wreaths to remember our fallen U.S. service members during the 2021 holiday season.“We remain proud and humbled to stand with Wreaths Across America and the amazing work they continue to do to Remember, Honor and Teach,” said Bill Kraus, co-founder for MISSION BBQ.Wreaths Across American is known for its annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces that the previously scheduled closure for U.S. 35 between State Road 2 and Washington St in Downtown LaPorte has been postponed. The overpass was expected to be closed for two days starting on Monday, February 15 for NIPSCO to upgrade the wires above the highway. NIPSCO has stated this work will now likely take place in March, and we will share more information about the timing of this project when it is available. 

On Wednesday, February 10th, 2021 at approximately 11:30 A.M. is when multiple detectives from the LaPorte County Drug Taskforce (LCDTF), LaPorte County Fugitive Apprehension Street Team (FAST) and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) drove to the 500 block of Van Spanje Avenue in an attempt to locate and arrest 28 year old Peoria, Illinois resident Alsiah Spikes who had the following active federal and state level arrest warrants: • Federal felony arrest warrant for felon in possession of a firearm• Felony probation violation arrest warrant through the State of Illinois• Felony aggravated battery arrest warrant through the

The Michigan City Public Library will begin the third and final phase of remodeling on March 1, 2021. This project includes the following improvements:1. New front entrance and vestibule, both with nighttime lighting2. New canopy, with lighting, over the front entrance3. New Circulation Desk and Circulation staff offices4. New shelving and seating for the front lobby5. Carpeting, electrical, security and data updatesDuring this phase, which should be finished by mid-June, temporary arrangements are being made for accessing the building. The front plaza will be fenced off and closed to the public. The front entrance and inside lobby area will be closed.

The Michigan City Municipal Golf Course Club House will be closed through February 28, 2021 for a construction project.  The club house will reopen on Monday, March 1, 2021 with hours from 9 am to 1 pm. For additional information, contact the Michigan City Parks & Recreation Department at 219-873-1506.

A rollover crash and "police activity" following a shooting had blocked two lanes of the Bishop Ford Freeway in Cook County Wednesday morning.The incident happened near Steele Bridge, north of 142nd Street, where a rollover crash turned into police activity, the Illinois Department of Transportation said.According to Illinois State Police, troopers responded to a shooting on northbound Interstate 94 south of Steel Bridge just after 10 a.m. Preliminary reports indicated there were two people taken to area hospitals with injuries, though it remains unclear if the injuries were due to gunshot wounds.State police didn't say if the crash and shooting

One of only 10 nursing programs statewide to record a perfect pass rate Gary, Ind. -- The Indiana State Board of Nursing has announced that all 58 members of the Indiana University Northwest Bachelor of Science in Nursing Class of 2019 (December) and Class of 2020 (May) have passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) on their first attempt. IU Northwest was just one of 10 nursing programs statewide to record a perfect pass rate in 2020. Across Indiana, there are 67 active nursing programs, which means that IU Northwest’s ranking was better than 85 percent of schools in the

The Indiana Department of Transportation: Northwest announces a road closure for U.S. 35 between State Road 2 and Washington St beginning Monday, February 15.The overpass will be closed for approximately two days while NIPSCO upgrades the wires above the highway. The bridge is expected to reopen after 5pm on Tuesday, February 16.Motorists should seek an alternate route. The official detour will follow State Road 2, U.S. 20, and U.S. 35.

CARRYOUT ONLY FISH FRY DINNER from 5-7PM at American Legion Post #21 on Highway 421 in Westville. Friday 2/12 Dinner includes: HAND BREADED POLLOCK or chicken strips, French fries or baked potato, creamy coleslaw, rolls and dessert. Special veterans and senior pricing: Adults-$10.00, Seniors(60yrs+) & Vets-$9.00, Kids 12 & under-$5.00, Preschoolers-Free. Call 219-785-2923 to pre-order for carry-outs, otherwise first come first serve. Mask required for entry.

Temporary weather-related busing between Carroll Ave. and the South Bend International Airport has concluded.Effective Wednesday, Feb. 10, regular train service will resume to Hudson Lake, and between Carroll Ave. and South Bend Airport stations.SSL officials will continue to monitor the upcoming weekend weather and forecasted frigid temperatures. Any changes to service will be promptly posted to our homepage at www.mysouthshoreline.com, our mobile app and via email notifications.

The Michigan City Police Department would like to remind the citizens of Michigan City about our city ordinances regarding snow removal and parking restrictions. It is important to understand and follow snow removal guidelines for everyone’s safety. It’s also critical that emergency vehicles and snowplows are able to navigate city streets without any snow obstructions or improperly parked vehicles. Below are explanations of terms you may hear this winter season. A “snow removal condition” is a formal declaration made by the Mayor or their designee and Superintendent of the Street Department. A snow removal condition is made when actual or

The Indiana Department of Insurance wants Hoosiers to know they have another opportunity to enroll in health insurance on the Federal Affordable Care Act Exchanges (HealthCare.gov) if they missed enrolling in the fall. The 2021 regular open enrollment period ended on December 15, 2020. The new opportunity to purchase health insurance follows the executive order signed by President Biden on January 28 to reopen enrollment on the Federal Marketplace. The special enrollment period is February 15 to May 15. Starting February 15, Hoosiers seeking to take advantage of this Special Enrollment period can find out if they are eligible by

The editors of Engineering News Record (ENR) have named the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) as 2020 Owner of the Year for ENR Midwest. ENR is a leading news publication for the engineering and construction industries across the country. Each year ENR identifies and recognizes project owners for excellence in planning, design, construction and project management of large-scale construction projects. “Our unprecedented commitment to infrastructure continues to receive national attention, both from industry experts and from job creators” Governor Eric J. Holcomb said. “A long-term, fully funded plan for maintaining our highways, historic investment in local roads and determination to

Dunes Arts Foundation (DAF) encourages parents to act now to enroll their kids in the 2021 Summer Youth Theatre Classes. Enrollments are limited to 15 students per class and openings for the popular summer programs fill quickly, says Elise Kermani, DAF managing director.“The Youth Summer Classes at Dunes Summer Theatre give children and teens a unique first-hand experience in performing arts,” Kermani says. “Students will be engaged in activities designed to help them grow as individuals and to work cooperatively with others.”Classes will be held in June and July at Dunes Summer Theatre in Michigan City. DAF classes will adhere

On February 6, 2021, at 4:58 AM, Deputy Austin Wells was in the area of US 35 and Jefferson Avenue. He observed a male subject standing next to a snow-covered parked vehicle. When the subject observed Deputy Wells, he quickly looked away and began walking away from the parked car. In the 1000 block of Jefferson Avenue, Deputy Wells made contact with the subject who was then walking in the middle of the city street.The subject was identified as Ryan J. FAATUAI (36 YOA) of La Porte. During a brief roadside interview with Deputy WELLS, FAATUAI’S behavior was extremely unnatural,

Officers from Uniform Patrol Shift 3 responded to two shootings within a n hour time frame during the evening hours o f February 5th , 2021. The LaPorte County Regional Dispatch Center received a 911 call on February 5 th , 2021 at 10:57 P.M. from a caller who reported her residence was struck by gunfire in the 1000 block of East Michigan Boulevard. Officers arrived shortly after being dispatched and discovered a residence in the 1000 block of East Michigan Boulevard was struck by gunfire. No one was reportedly injured from this incident. Officers interviewed a tenant who mentioned

In honor of Black History Month this February, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors, and especially those who have recovered from COVID-19, to give blood to honor the legacies of African Americans like Dr. Charles Drew and Dr. Jerome Holland. Their passion for helping improve the lives of patients in need of lifesaving blood products is carried on through dedicated blood donors, blood drive sponsors, volunteers and Red Cross employees. Drew, an African American surgeon, was the medical director of the first Red Cross blood bank in 1941. Drew’s research about the storage and shipment of blood plasma proved

Applications are available for the Indiana Conference for Legal Education Opportunity (ICLEO) program, which is designed to assist traditionally underrepresented groups in pursuing a legal career. Applications are available at courts.in.gov/cleo and are due by March 8. ICLEO offers students a preparatory institute the summer before law school. This year, the institute is being hosted by the Indiana University McKinney School of Law in Indianapolis. While applicants should be prepared to be in-residence as stated in the application, due to the pandemic, the Summer Institute may be hosted virtually. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on academic rigor and provides professional development

Steve started his career in this field in April of 1996.  As a group home manager in Indianapolis with a company called REM (now Mentor)He moved to La Porte when accepted a job with Dungarvin in March of 1998, starting as a Program Director/QDDP. Then being promoted to an Area Director, Director of Development, and Senior Director. He supervised residential services to individuals in supported living sites through the waiver and individuals living in ICFs. Dungarvin was one of three agencies that provided services to individuals in Exceptional Support Need ICFs, commonly called ESNs and was over all the ESN programs.  For a couple of

On Saturday, a herd of Holstein calves left their home near the area of US 35 and CR 500 South for an adventure. A short time later, an off-duty deputy spotted the high-energy group running southbound in the northbound lanes of US 35. The herd quickly made it to US 6 where they continued eastbound on their journey. Contact was quickly established with the owners as other deputies converged on the area. A small group of the calves were corralled into a fenced area near US 6 and CR 700 South, while a large group continued eastbound on US 6