In Valparaiso, the city is hosting a Neighborhood workshop to promote neighborhood engagement and foster stronger connections within the community. It's scheduled for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 pm. at the Forest Park Welter Room on Sheffield Drive. The city says the interactive workshop is designed for ...

In Illinois, the Lansing Fire Department is offering Steps to Safety™: Prevent Fire and Falls at Home, a free educational program designed to equip older adults with essential fire and fall prevention strategies. The event will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Lansing Fire Departme...

In Michigan City, officials say a new housing development is set to open its doors this spring. A news release said The Moore townhomes' initial phase is on track to welcome its first residents in May 2026 as eight townhomes are heading toward completion. The Moore Development Group says the project is located on about...

In Porter County, Portage Township Schools says it will honor a longtime educator, coach, and community leader with the dedication of the Renee Turpa Gymnasium at Portage High School. The ceremony will take place Friday, February 13, 2026, during halftime of the 7 pm boys basketball game at Portage High School. Former ...

On February 11, 2026 (2/11), communities across Indiana will be recognizing 211 day, highlighting the role of Indiana 211 as a connection to essential health and human services. Indiana 211 is a free service that connects residents to critical resources including housing assistance, food programs, utility help, mental ...

In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says construction is set to begin in Spring 2026 on a three-year project to improve traffic flow and safety along Indiana's busiest interstate corridor. 80/94 FlexRoad is an Indiana Department of Transportation project, in coordination with the Illinois D...

In Chesterton, the Duneland School Corporation says Superintendent Dr. Chip Pettit will be leaving at the end of the 2025-26 school year to become Superintendent of Hinsdale Township High School District 86 in Illinois. Dr. Pettit came to the district in 2019. The Duneland School Corporation says the list of accomplish...

In Valparaiso, city officials say the completion of three major projects adds new housing, retail opportunities, public parking, and infrastructure improvements to the downtown. The city says The Linc mixed-use development, the Lincoln Highway Garage, and streetscape and utility upgrades represent a significant public-...

February is American Heart Month and Friday, February 6, 2026, the first Friday of February, is National Wear Red Day. The American Heart Association says the annual National Wear Red Day initiative is meant to raise awareness of the fight against cardiovascular disease in women. Here is a link for details on the Go Re...

In Porter County, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) says it is hiring up to 12 rural carrier associates and assistant rural carriers in Valparaiso. Job seekers can ask questions and receive assistance during a Postal Service Job Fair scheduled for Friday, February 6, 2026, at the Valparaiso Post Office on Valparaiso Stree...