Category Archives: Our Communities
Winter, Some Spring, then Directly Into Summer
A substantial warmup is in the Region’s forecast as daytime temperatures are expected to jump nearly 30-degrees. Highs are forecast around 60 thru Saturday, then near 70 on Sunday, 80 on Monday ...
May 05, 2022
Neighbors' Educational Opportunties (NEO) Open House to Celebrate 10+ Years in NW Indiana
(Image provided) Neighbors' Educational Opportunities (NEO) is holding a celebration of the 10-plus years of existence as an educational opportunity in Northwest Indiana. The celebration will be June ...
May 05, 2022
Crown Point Announces New Fire Chief
(Photo provided) In Crown Point, Mayor David Uran has sworn in Mark Baumgardner Jr. as the city's new fire chief. A news release from the city said Baumgardner's appointment was made official Wednesda...
May 04, 2022
Society of Innovators and Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest Announce New Youth Summer Innovation Experience
The Society of Innovators and Leadership Institute at Purdue Northwest (PNW) will host the Young Leaders Academy 2022 Summer Innovation Experience at the PNW Westville campus June 22-24. The Summer In...
May 04, 2022
Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host their first household hazardous waste collection event for the season on Saturday, May 7, 2022 at the Porter County Expo on East D...
May 03, 2022
Valparaiso University President Thanks First Responders After Fire on Campus
In Valparaiso, the president of Valparaiso University said they wanted to "extend their deepest gratitude" to first responders who helped with evacuations and extinguished the fire Friday that destroy...
May 03, 2022
Indiana 2022 Primary Election Returns
Indiana’s Primary Election Day is Tuesday May 3rd. Here are links for unofficial returns from Primary Election Day 2022: Lake County https://lakecounty.in.gov/departments/voters/election-results...
May 03, 2022
Franciscan Health Announces PACE Center Open Houses in Dyer and Michigan City for Senior Caregivers
The social room provides a gathering space for participants in Franciscan Health Dyer's PACE program. (Photo provided) Those caring for an aging parent or spouse will have the opportunity to tour cent...
May 02, 2022
Indiana Primary Election 2022
Indiana’s 2022 primary is tomorrow Tuesday May 3rd. Races on the ballot this election year include US Senate, US Representative, state lawmakers, and county races including sheriff. There are al...
May 02, 2022
Drive Clean Indiana to Host Indiana Clean School Bus Webinar
Drive Clean Indiana is hosting an Indiana Clean School Bus Webinar on upcoming funding opportunities, featuring speakers from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Indiana Department of Envi...
May 02, 2022
