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Gary Launches 3rd Annual Demolition Blitz
In Gary, the city says Mayor Eddie Melton has mobilized a massive public-private coalition to launch the 3rd Annual Demolition Blitz, a citywide campaign to eradicate blight and pave the way for neigh...
Laura Waluszko Feb 25, 2026

Gabis Arboretum 2026 Native Plant Sale
In northwest Indiana, Gabis Arboretum says its 4th annual online Native Plant Sale is now underway. The arboretum says native plants attract native pollinators and are adapted to thrive in our region,...
Laura Waluszko Feb 25, 2026

U.S. 35 to Close in La Porte
In La Porte, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says U.S. 35/Indiana Avenue between State Road 2/Lincolnway and Maple Avenue is scheduled to be closed for about two months beginning on o...
Laura Waluszko Feb 24, 2026

Hammond Commits to Joining AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities
In Hammond, the city says it has taken an important first step toward becoming a more age-friendly community by committing to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. As part of t...
Laura Waluszko Feb 24, 2026

Lake Co Sheriff's Dept Warns of Dangerous Conditions at Lakes, Ponds
In northwest Indiana, the Lake County Sheriff's Department is warning of dangerous conditions at local bodies of water and this morning Monday February 23, 2026, said, "Recent warmer temperatures in t...
Laura Waluszko Feb 23, 2026

Franciscan Health Receives Donation of Comfort Items for Pediatric Patients
In Indiana, Franciscan Health says pediatric patients in its emergency rooms and inpatient units in Crown Point, Lafayette, and Indianapolis have some special items to help make their hospital experie...
Laura Waluszko Feb 23, 2026

Valparaiso to Host Community Conference
In Valparaiso, the city invites the community to its second-ever Valparaiso Community Conference. "If you want to become more involved in the Valparaiso community, we invite you to join us for this da...
Laura Waluszko Feb 20, 2026

Conservation Advocates Gather at Indiana Statehouse, Discuss Protecting Birds and Their Habitats
In Indianapolis, Audubon members and conservation experts gathered at the Indiana Statehouse Tuesday February 17, 2026, to hear from Indiana Governor Mike Braun and meet with lawmakers raising awarene...
Laura Waluszko Feb 20, 2026

College Goal Sunday Financial Aid Workshops in Northwest Indiana
Sunday February 22, 2026, is College Goal Sunday in Indiana, and financial aid professionals will be on-site at several locations in the Region and across the state to help college-bound students and ...
Laura Waluszko Feb 20, 2026

Bill Creating NWI Stadium Authority Names Hammond as Potential Bears Site
In Hammond, the city announced this morning Thursday February 19 2026 that the Indiana House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee in a unanimous vote, 24-0, amended Senate Bill 27 and named Ham...
Laura Waluszko Feb 19, 2026





