La PORTE — Home to beautiful, crystal-clear lakes and lush, vibrant parks and forests, one of La Porte’s greatest assets is its abundance of natural resources, which residents and guests have enjoyed for generations.
Legislative internship applications open
MC Chamber seeking nominations
Martin Brown part of UI incoming class
INDIANAPOLIS — For the first time since the state started its weekly county-by-county metrics for COVID-19 cases, La Porte County has trended downward.
La PORTE — The county has given final approval for property tax relief that will bring a large new manufacturing facility, and 350 new jobs, to the area.
MICHIGAN CITY — While COVID-19 put the brakes on the annual Spirit Week celebration at Marquette Catholic High School, students still got the chance to show their school spirit – for a number of different schools.
La PORTE — For allegedly beating his grandmother to death and then stealing her car, a Michigan City man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison.
La PORTE — A Michigan City man convicted of killing his baby son, then attempting to have two witnesses killed, will be sentenced in La Porte Superior Court 1 on Thursday.
MICHIGAN CITY — A Michigan City teacher with multiple degrees, who has taught everything from Sunday School to computer science, will now get a chance to help educate legislators on the needs of educators and their students.
La PORTE — Home to beautiful, crystal-clear lakes and lush, vibrant parks and forests, one of La Porte’s greatest assets is its abundance of natural resources, which residents and guests have enjoyed for generations.
Heeg speaks at Door Village Lions
Another 28 COVID-19 cases in county
Promotions announced at State Prison
Peaceful transfer of power essential, crucial
MICHIGAN CITY — It’s usually November when the Salvation Army’s red kettles begin popping up at storefronts around town, collecting donations to provide families in need with holiday assistance at Thanksgiving and Christmas.
THE PINES — A documentary film on the impact of coal ash on the Town of Pines, which debuted recently in Indianapolis, will now be shown as part of a virtual event hosted by local environmental groups.
La PORTE — After nearly a month of heavy lifting – literally, for many employees – the Michigan City Courthouse staff has officially moved into its temporary new home.
La PORTE — The election is less than five weeks away, and early voting will begin next week at four sites across La Porte County for federal, state and county races, along with local school board contests.
WESTVILLE — In describing the concept of community control of police, Glen Ford contrasted it with community policing, a program that’s become popular across the country.
MICHIGAN CITY — The LOK Wishing Tree Foundation, Michigan City Fire Department and First Alert will be hosting an event to promote carbon monoxide awareness and safety, including distribution of CO detectors.
The Oasis Ballroom was located in Michigan City’s Washington Park, and was a very popular venue during the Big Band era of the 1940s. It was built in the early 1920s, and was the largest ballroom in Indiana. It was demolished in 1962. For a beautiful description of life at the Oasis, read Fe…
Ulrich Bros. horseshoeing shop was on Indiana Avenue across from the courthouse in La Porte in the early 1900s. It was later the location of Borst Auto. From left are Carl Ulrich, unknown, and George Ulrich. A sign on the building advertises “The Great Griffith Hypnotic Comedy Co.”
MCAS Board to hold budget hearing
Compiled from Michigan City Police Department reports
La PORTE — When Bobby Greer goes on duty, generally there’s a routine. He gets up and gets ready for work just like anyone else, except he puts on a uniform and badge before walking out the door.
MICHIGAN CITY — A suspect in the fatal shooting of a Michigan City man in the Pinetree Court apartments last month has been arrested in Indianapolis and now faces a murder charge.
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana health leaders say the wearing of face masks will be as important as ever to stem the coronavirus spread after most of the statewide restrictions imposed by the governor were lifted.
MICHIGAN CITY — While many annual celebrations have been canceled this year due to COVID-19, kids in Michigan City will still be able to go trick-or-treating on Halloween.
MICHIGAN CITY — Michigan City Police are warning about scams after a local resident was taken in by a Social Security con.
As our national election draws near, it gives me pause to reminisce when I took the position of CEO at Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana in 2014. I am especially proud because I became the first women to serve in this capacity.
Long Beach Water Board to meet
Morris to preach at LP Presbyterian Church
Oncologist joins LP Physician Network
County auditor speaks to MC Exchange
Compiled from Michigan City Police Department reports
La PORTE — When it comes to local government, few initiatives end up being a win for all involved, but the La Porte Fire Department’s new firehouse is that rare exception.
MICHIGAN CITY — Family and friends are offering a $4,000 reward for information about the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a Michigan City woman.
MICHIGAN CITY — The United Way of La Porte County has been named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits.
INDIANAPOLIS — Life and business in the Hoosier State are not exactly as they were prior to the COVID-19 pandemic after Northwest Indiana entered Stage 5 of Gov. Eric Holcomb’s five-stage reopening plan at 11:01 p.m. Friday.
MICHIGAN CITY — The Michigan City Area Schools summer meal program, already extended because students are not attending in-person classes, will now be open to all children in the city, irregardless of whether they attend an MCAS school.
This Sinclair Station was located at Lincoln Way and Linwood in La Porte, and was owned by Russell Struss. A 1958 Ford Fairlane is parked at the pump.
Reid Murdoch & Co. of Chicago was a leading manufacturer and importer of food products. Its Monarch line included the Teenie Weenie Toffees that were manufactured at its La Porte plant. Reid Murdoch, though a national company, sold products exclusively to independent merchants to protect…
MICHIGAN CITY — A small dog was killed by a neighbor’s pet in Coolspring Township last week, but police said the dog’s propensity to sneak into the larger animal’s yard is what cost it his life.
Kazakevicius to lead sales at South Shore
WESTVILLE — A new veterinary clinic will be opening in Westville next year after the Town Council approved tax relief through an Economic Revitalization Area.
MICHIGAN CITY — There will be a new face in the principal’s office at Marquette Catholic High School early next year.
Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos.
Commented