Category Archives: local news
I-65 Lane and Ramp Closures in Lake County
In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is advising motorists of lane and ramp closures on Interstate 65 beginning next week to finish concrete restoration work that began las...
Laura Waluszko Mar 13, 2024
Valparaiso Highlights March as Disability Awareness Month
In Valparaiso, the city is joining with the state in recognizing March as Disability Awareness Month. "Disability Awareness Month is an opportunity to come together, become more educated and build a m...
Laura Waluszko Mar 13, 2024
Congressman Mrvan Project Requests Included in Appropriations Measure
Northwest Indiana Congressman Frank J. Mrvan announced the inclusion of his Community Project Funding requests in the final version of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 appropriations measure. Congressman Mrv...
Laura Waluszko Mar 12, 2024
NIPSCO President to Depart, Interim President Named
In Lake County, NiSource has announced Mike Hooper, president of their Indiana-based subsidiary NIPSCO, is departing on March 15, 2024, after a 13-year career with the organization, headquartered in M...
Laura Waluszko Mar 12, 2024
Severe Weather Preparedness Week, Tornado Siren Test
This is Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, March 10-16, 2024. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) encourages all families, schools and workplaces to make tornado safety plans....
Laura Waluszko Mar 11, 2024
National Weather Service: Elevated Fire Danger in the Region
The National Weather Service Chicago says strong southwest winds and low relative humidity this afternoon Monday March 11, 2024, will result in an elevated fire danger in northwest Indiana and northea...
Laura Waluszko Mar 11, 2024
Crown Point High School Wins State Gymnastics Title
In Muncie, at Ball State University's Worthen Arena, for the second time in the past three years, the Crown Point High School girls' gymnastics team won the state title, Saturday, March 9, 2024. Defen...
Laura Waluszko Mar 11, 2024
Valpo Pancake Day Fundraiser at Porter County Expo Center
In Valparaiso, a well-known annual fundraiser for the Valpo Noon Kiwanis Club is this weekend, an event that's been held for decades. Valpo Pancake Day is Saturday March 9, 2024, 6:30 am to 1 pm, at t...
Laura Waluszko Mar 08, 2024
NIPSCO Accepting Applications for 2024 Environmental Action Grant
For the ninth consecutive year, NIPSCO is accepting applications for its Environmental Action Grant to support local nonprofit organizations with their environmental restoration and education projects...
Laura Waluszko Mar 07, 2024
Closures on State Roads 49 and 51 for Bridge Work
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced upcoming closures on State Road 49 in Porter County and State Road 51 in Hobart for bridge work. In Porter County, part of State Road 49 ...
Laura Waluszko Mar 05, 2024