Category Archives: local news
Wind Advisories Issued
Wind advisories have been issued for areas of Northwest Indiana. The National Weather Service says wind gusts from the west up to 45 to 50 miles-per-hour are expected. “Gusty winds could blow ar...
Joey Martin Dec 06, 2021
Indiana Virtual Job Fair Featuring Long-Term Care Providers
The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD), in partnership with the Indiana Health Care Association and the Indiana Center for Assisted Living, is hosting a virtual job fair featuring four ...
Joey Martin Dec 03, 2021
Boys and Girls Clubs Helping Families with 'A Christmas to Remember'
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana are helping families during the holiday season with “A Christmas to Remember”. For more information on the event or to donate, here’...
Joey Martin Dec 02, 2021
Valparaiso Extends Leaf Pickup
In Valparaiso, the city announced today that leaf pickup will be extended one more week until December 10th. The annual curbside leaf pick-up began October 18th. Due to warmer temperatures, leaves fel...
Joey Martin Dec 02, 2021
Next Generation Hoosier Educator Scholarship Offered to Indiana Students
Indiana students pursuing a career in education can now apply for the Next Generation Hoosier Educator Scholarship. The program awards $7,500 a year, for up to four years, for those earning a teaching...
Joey Martin Dec 02, 2021
Purdue Extension - Lake County Offers Program on Managing Concerns About Falls
Purdue Extension - Lake County is offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls in January and February 2022, a series of classes 10AM - 12Noon CT, at their Crown Point office. A workboo...
Joey Martin Dec 02, 2021

Informational Webinar on Valparaiso Neighborhood Grants for 2022
(Photo provided) In Valparaiso, the city recently announced it was revising the dates for its annual Neighborhood Improvement Grant program to make funds available earlier in the year. A news release ...
Joey Martin Nov 30, 2021
Alzheimer's Association Hosting Special Program in NW Indiana on Caregiver Stress During Holiday Season
The Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter is teaming up with Northwest Indiana Community Action and St. Agnes Adult Day Center to host a special program for dementia caregivers experiencing ...
Joey Martin Nov 30, 2021

Valparaiso Announces Recipient of 2021 Good Neighbor Award
(Photo provided) In Valparaiso, the city says Susie Hord has been named its Good Neighbor recipient for 2021, recognizing her exemplary commitment to the community. "Susie Hord has a heart for familie...
Joey Martin Nov 30, 2021
Fall Season Update: Boone Grove, Portage Compost Sites to be Open an Extra Week
Leaves are falling later this year, so the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County has extended by an additional week the Boone Grove and Portage compost sites, which will both close e...
Joey Martin Nov 30, 2021