Category Archives: local news
Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's in Michigan City
In Michigan City Saturday the public can walk at the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's - the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research...
Oct 08, 2021
Calumet College of St. Joseph Breaks Ground on First Residence Hall
(Image provided) In Hammond, Calumet College of St. Joseph recently broke ground on the college’s first on-campus residence hall. The three-story building will feature traditional dorm-style liv...
Oct 07, 2021
Recycling and Waste Reduction District Launches New Master Recycler Series
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will launch a new five-class series for individuals interested in learning more about recycling. Each class will be comprised of one hour se...
Oct 06, 2021
Goodwill Announces October 2021 Events at The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections in Gary and Griffith
The Larry Neff Center for Career Connections – Gary Please be aware of the following guidelines set in place for your safety: Please follow CDC guidelines and do not enter if you have a fever, c...
Oct 04, 2021
Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County to Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host the sixth and final household hazardous waste collection event for the year on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at the Porter County Expo...
Oct 04, 2021
Indiana BMV Announces Temporary Closures
Officials say eight license branches in Indiana will be temporarily closed in October 2021 due to a continued staffing shortage, including branches in Plymouth and West Lafayette and others downstate....
Oct 04, 2021
Public Hearing for Proposed Roundabout at State Road 51-State Road 130 Intersection in Hobart
In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says a public hearing for a proposed roundabout at State Road 51/Cleveland Avenue and State Road 130 will be held at the City of Hobart...
Oct 01, 2021
Public Meetings Scheduled Regarding Interstate 80-94 FlexRoad Study
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has commissioned a Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) study to determine how to apply the latest technologies to cost-effectively improve traffic ...
Oct 01, 2021
Recycling District on Plastic Bag Recycling
The Recycling and Waste Reduction of Porter County says 2021 has seen a rise in plastic bag recycling contamination in Porter County. District officials say plastic bags shouldn't be placed in curbsid...
Sep 30, 2021
Volunteers Invited to Help Plant Trees in the Region
Student Conservation Association tree crew members plant a tree with volunteers (Credit: Student Conservation Association) (Photo provided) In Hobart, volunteers are invited to plant trees Saturday, O...
Sep 30, 2021
