Category Archives: local news
Andrean Wins Class 2A State Football Championship
The Andrean 59ers are state champs in class 2A football. In Saturday’s game at Lucas Oil Stadium, Andrean defeated Evansville Mater Dei 21-to-9. For the 59ers, who closed out their winning seaso...
Nov 29, 2021
Andrean Headed to Indiana High School Football State Championships
The Indiana high school football championships are coming up this weekend. In Class 2A Andrean will play Evansville Mater Dei Saturday. Andrean, 11-and-3, advanced to the state finals with a win over ...
Nov 24, 2021
Valparaiso Road Projects Wrapping for Season
The City of Valparaiso says it has made significant progress on roadway projects in 2021. "We're pleased to announce that Evans Avenue is now open on both sides of Silhavy Road and Silhavy Road will b...
Nov 24, 2021
New Resource Available for Hoosiers with Questions about COVID-19 Treatment
State health officials say Hoosiers seeking to learn about where to receive the monoclonal antibodies that have been used to prevent progression of COVID-19 disease can contact 211 for information. Ca...
Nov 23, 2021
Recycling and Waste Reduction District Spotlights Seasonal Leaf Cleanup Practices
(Provided) To rake or not to rake? The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County says it's the question at hand when the leaves start to fall. "Leaves are rich with so many nutrients. As...
Nov 22, 2021
Region Sports Personality Mark Smith Passes Away
A familiar name to those who follow high school sports in the Region has passed away. Mark Smith of Crown Point, who’s written about and broadcasted from numerous prep sports events over the dec...
Nov 22, 2021
Indiana Offering COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters to Hoosiers Age 18 and Older Following FDA, CDC Authorization
The Indiana Department of Health says any Hoosier age 18 or older can now receive a booster dose of the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines so long as they received their second dose at least six mon...
Nov 22, 2021
Indiana High School Football Semi-State Games
Indiana prep football semi-state games are tonight. Matchups with Region teams include: 6A Merrillville (12-0) at Westfield (11-1) 6:30 Region Time 5A Michigan City (9-3) HOSTS Zionsville (8-5) Ames F...
Nov 19, 2021
Longest Lunar Eclipse in Nearly 600 Years
The longest lunar eclipse in nearly 600 years takes place this week and it looks like skies may be clear enough for Region residents to see it. NASA says a near-total lunar eclipse will be visible acr...
Nov 18, 2021
Valparaiso, Portage and Boone Grove Compost Sites Observe Thanksgiving Closures
In observance with Thanksgiving holiday the Valparaiso Compost Site will be closed effective 11/25/21. The Valparaiso Compost Site will reopen 11/26/21 with winter business hours. The Portage and Boon...
Nov 18, 2021
