Category Archives: local news
Indiana Governor Extends COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has extended the COVID-19 public health emergency for another thirty days to extend critical capabilities directly tied to it, noting he has also instructed agencies to b...
Nov 01, 2021
Governor, First Lady Host Trick-or-Treaters at Governor's Residence, Visitors Receive Candy Made in Indiana
Gov. Holcomb is dressed as the woodsman in the seal of the state of Indiana. First Lady Janet Holcomb is dressed as Lady Victory. (Photo provided) In Indianapolis at the Governor’s Residence Sun...
Nov 01, 2021
Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor Winter Energy-Saving Tips
Colder weather is arriving in the Region. The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) says there are lots of simple ways to keep heating bills down. Here is a list of tips at the Indiana O...
Oct 29, 2021
Struggle Against Recycling Contamination in Porter County Continues
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County says 2021 has brought an increase in recycling wrongs and contamination at drop-off locations across Porter County and urges awareness of th...
Oct 27, 2021
Indiana Health Officials Provide Information on COVID-19 Booster Shots
(Image courtesy Indiana State Department of Health) State health officials say mixed dosing is authorized for COVID-19 boosters and tweeted this chart showing who is eligible and what the options are ...
Oct 26, 2021
Wet and Windy Day in the Region, Advisories Issued; Lake Michigan Waves Up to 16 Feet
A wet and windy day is forecast for the Region. The National Weather Service says showers will continue today, and standing water on some roads is being reported. Wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour...
Oct 25, 2021
Robotic Lung Surgery Arrives at Franciscan Health Crown Point
Thoracic surgery specialist Jason Fitzgerald, MD, shows the robotic arms of the da Vinci Xi system, which translate the surgeon's hand movements. (Photo provided) In Lake County, hospital officials sa...
Oct 20, 2021
Update on Valparaiso Roadway Projects
Valparaiso roadway enhancement projects are taking shape, preparing to make travel more efficient and add life to travel surfaces, according to City Engineer Mike Jabo. Some of the newest updates incl...
Oct 20, 2021
Recycling Art: Porter County Students Invited to Join America Recycles Day Contest
Recycled art is at the spotlight as the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will kick start America Recycles Day celebrations with invitation to an upcycle art contest for Porter C...
Oct 19, 2021
Valparaiso to Host Neighborhood Workshop
To further promote neighborhood engagement, the City of Valparaiso is hosting a Neighborhood Workshop on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 6 to 7:00 pm at the Banta Activity Center on Beech Street. "We look ...
Oct 19, 2021
