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Michigan City's First Public Library Transformed into Apartments
In Michigan City's Elston Grove Historic Neighborhood, the city's original public library is now home to apartments. Made from Indiana limestone, the building first opened in October 1897 as the city'...
Laura Waluszko Jan 30, 2025

Groundhog Day Event to Benefit Humane Indiana Wildlife
Humane Indiana Wildlife announces a new opportunity to help local wildlife in need this Groundhog Day, February 2, 2025. "This inaugural event isn't just about a shadow-it's about shining a light on t...
Laura Waluszko Jan 27, 2025

Groundhog Day Event to Benefit Humane Indiana Wildlife
Humane Indiana Wildlife announces a new opportunity to help local wildlife in need this Groundhog Day, February 2, 2025. "This inaugural event isn't just about a shadow-it's about shining a light on t...
Laura Waluszko Jan 27, 2025

National Weather Service Warns of Fire Weather Danger
Windy and very dry conditions are in the Region forecast for Monday January 27, 2025. The National Weather Service Chicago has issued a Fire Weather Watch that includes communities in northwest Indian...
Laura Waluszko Jan 27, 2025

Gary Begins New Program to Upgrade Streetlights
In Gary, the city says streetlight upgrades will be happening throughout the community as part of a newly-launched Relight the City initiative. Work is underway to repair or replace 2000 streetlights ...
Laura Waluszko Jan 27, 2025

Region Recipients Among Indiana Landmarks 2024 Grants
Indiana Landmarks says it awarded more than $6 million in 2024 to help nonprofits and cities statewide save meaningful places. Locally that included a grant for design work and community engagement ex...
Laura Waluszko Jan 27, 2025

Information on Bitter Cold
Warming centers will be open in northwest Indiana and across the state for those in need of a safe and warm place to stay. Indiana 211 is a resource for updated locations and hours of warming centers....
Laura Waluszko Jan 20, 2025

Humane Indiana "Betty White Challenge" Remembers, Honors Late Actress
In Munster, Humane Indiana says Region residents can help out the nonprofit and honor a longtime friend to animals. "Thank you for being a friend, Betty White Challenge" remembers the longtime actress...
Laura Waluszko Jan 17, 2025

NIPSCO Shares Safety Tips for Winter Weather
As the weather turns much colder and the potential increases for hazards such as ice, snow and frigid temperatures, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) is reminding customers to prepa...
Laura Waluszko Jan 17, 2025

Valparaiso Mayor Delivers 2025 State of the City Address
In Valparaiso, Mayor Jon Costas delivered his State of the City address at the Valpo Chamber's annual luncheon Wednesday January 15, 2025. He unveiled plans to upgrade up to ten city parks, which will...
Laura Waluszko Jan 17, 2025