Category Archives: local news
INDOT: Road Restrictions Removed Where Possible for Memorial Day Weekend
As Hoosiers hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, Governor Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Transporation (INDOT) are warning drivers of increased traffic expected across the state starting t...
May 21, 2026
Gary/Chicago International Airport Receives $10M Grant to Build New Air Traffic Control Tower
Gary / Chicago International Airport (GCIA) is getting a $10 million federal grant to build a new air traffic control tower. This announcement follows a prior FAA grant in 2024 providing funding for d...
May 21, 2026
Rep. Mrvan's Law Enforcement Funding Requests Included in Appropriations Measure
Indiana U.S. Representative Frank J. Mrvan this week announced the House Appropriations Committee has included his law enforcement Community Project Funding requests for Indiana's First Congressional ...
May 21, 2026
Chesterton Celebrates Rededication of Historic Bandstand
In Chesterton, an event at Thomas Centennial Park celebrated the rededication of the park's century-old bandstand after its recent rehabilitation by students in the Chesterton High School Building Tra...
May 20, 2026
Purdue University President Leaving to Become President at Northwestern
In West Lafayette, Purdue University's Board of Trustees Monday announced that President Mung Chiang has informed them that he has accepted an offer to become president of Northwestern University in E...
May 19, 2026
Powers Health Begins Construction of New Medical Building in Munster
In Munster, Powers Health says construction is underway on a five-story outpatient center on the Community Hospital campus. The facility will house physician offices and outpatient services, including...
May 18, 2026
Duneland YMCA Healthy Living Campus Update, Announcement of $1 Million Gift
In Chesterton, the Duneland Family YMCA says it recently hosted a breakfast that not only provided progress updates but also a major announcement supporting the future of the Duneland YMCA Healthy Liv...
May 15, 2026
NIRPC Executive Director Recognized for Leadership in Planning Profession
The American Planning Association and the American Institute of Certified Planners announce NIRPC Executive Director Ty Warner has been inducted into the 2026 Class of Fellows of the American Institut...
May 15, 2026
Residents Reminded of Locations to Dispose of Medical Sharps
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County reminds residents of the vital importance of safely disposing of medical sharps, noting that proper disposal not only protects sanitation wo...
May 14, 2026
Governor Braun Signs Bill to Keep Cell Phone Distractions Out of Indiana Schools
Indiana Governor Mike Braun Wednesday May 13 2026 ceremonially signed a bill that implements a 'bell-to-bell' cell phone restriction in Hoosier schools. The Governors Office says the measure builds on...
May 14, 2026
