Category Archives: local news
Registration Continues for Valpo Parks Youth Summer Sports Programs
The Valparaiso Parks Department is reminding residents about their upcoming youth summer sports programs. Registration for Rookie League and Minors League baseball programs will end Monday, April 25th...
Apr 18, 2022
Gabis Arboretum Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting Thursday
Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest is looking to add more volunteers to its team. Those interested in learning more can attend the Gabis Arboretum Volunteer Kick-Off Meeting this Thursday, April 21st...
Apr 18, 2022
Update on Automatic Refund to Indiana Taxpayers
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced Wednesday that Hoosiers should expect to begin receiving their $125 Automatic Taxpayer Refund in the coming weeks. "I'm beyond thrilled that this spring and sum...
Apr 14, 2022
Crown Point to Celebrate Arbor Day with Ceremony, Spring Clean-Up
(Image provided) The City of Crown Point is planning a celebration later this month to honor the 150th anniversary of Arbor Day. At 2:30 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, Crown Point will host an Arbor Day...
Apr 13, 2022
Event Marks Start of 2022 Next Level Roads Construction Season, Work Zone Safety Awareness Week
(Photo provided) In Indianapolis, Governor Eric Holcomb joined Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Mike Smith, law enforcement and road construction industry partners Monday to kick off ...
Apr 12, 2022
Portage Chamber of Commerce to Host Monthly 'Rise, Shine and Share' Event
The Portage Chamber of Commerce will be hosting their monthly Rise, Shine and Share Educational Event on Thursday, April 14, 2022, from 8 am to 9 am. The event will be held at the Best Western Portage...
Apr 11, 2022
Purdue University Northwest to Offer Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity
(Photo provided) Purdue University Northwest (PNW) received approval today (April 8) from the Purdue University Board of Trustees to offer a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree. PNW, with camp...
Apr 08, 2022
Free Alzheimer's Research Updates Program in Michigan City
The Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter is hosting a free, in-person Research Updates program at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Michigan City Tuesday, April 19,2022, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Cen...
Apr 07, 2022
April Blood Drives in Crown Point, Valparaiso and Chesterton
The public is asked to donate at Versiti blood drives in April at Franciscan Health Crown Point and in Valparaiso and at an American Red Cross Blood Drive at Franciscan Health Fitness Centers Chestert...
Apr 07, 2022
Indiana Dunes National Park and Dunes Tourism offer Volunteer Opportunities
Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes Tourism have partnered to offer Drop-In Volunteering, described as a no-hassle volunteer option for those looking to help out at the Indiana Dunes. Opport...
Apr 06, 2022
