Category Archives: local news
Indiana State Department of Health Announces COVID-19 Vaccines Available for Children Under 5
The Indiana Department of Health announced today/Tuesday that COVID-19 vaccines for children 6 months up to age 5 are now available at some providers, expanding the population eligible to be protected...
Jun 21, 2022
Governor Holcomb in Michigan City for Official Double Track NWI Project Groundbreaking
In Michigan City, Governor Eric Holcomb Monday joined federal, state and local officials to announce construction is moving forward on one of the largest public transit investments in Indiana's histor...
Jun 21, 2022
Valparaiso to Host Neighborhood Workshop
To further promote neighborhood engagement, the city of Valparaiso is hosting a Neighborhood Workshop on Wednesday, June 22, 6 pm to 7 pm at the Indiana Beverage Activity Center attached to Urschel Pa...
Jun 20, 2022
Learn More About the Lake County Public Library
On Region Newsmakers, learn more about the Lake County Public Library, which has branches across the county. There’s a world of books, activities and more at the libraries, including, at the Mer...
Jun 20, 2022
Indiana Youth Institute Kicks Off Collaborative "Safe Schools and Communities" Initiative
The Indiana Youth Institute is taking action following a flurry of recent school shootings around the country. President and CEO, Tami Silverman, says the institute will begin having discussions with ...
Jun 15, 2022
Join an Indiana Dunes Ranger for the "Hike of the Week" June 21
Indiana Dunes National Park invites nature buffs to join a ranger on the "hike of the week" this coming Tuesday, June 21st from 2pm until 4pm. Hikes vary, based on a park ranger’s choice. Those ...
Jun 15, 2022
Region Cooling Centers Open During NWI Heat Wave
Communities in northwest Indiana provide cooling shelters during periods of extreme hear. High temperatures, combined with excessive humidity can increase the potential for heat related illnesses, esp...
Jun 14, 2022
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
The Alzheimer’s Association says over 55-million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. On Region Newsmakers, Julie Collins, Alzheimer’s Association...
Jun 10, 2022
Indiana Governor Holcomb Proposes Returning $1 Billion to Hoosier Taxpayers
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb today announced a plan to return $1 billion of state reserves to Hoosier taxpayers following higher than expected revenue performance this fiscal year. A news release fro...
Jun 09, 2022
'Logs to Lustrons' Tour of Historic Homes at Indiana Dunes National Park
In Porter, Region residents can get a glimpse inside historic homes at Indiana Dunes National Park. The June 25th Logs to Lustrons Tour will feature log structures, frame homes, and homes of glass, st...
Jun 09, 2022
