Category Archives: Our Communities

(Image provided) In Crown Point, First United Methodist Church presents Bears and Badges, a fundraiser dinner for Crown Point first responders, on Friday, April 14, 2023. The event featuring Chicago B...

Northwest Indiana Congressman Frank J. Mrvan this week announced the schedule for the 2023 Community Forums that will be held throughout Indiana's First Congressional District. "As your U.S. Represent...

The National Weather Service Chicago says at least 16 tornadoes have been confirmed in their coverage area, including an EF-1 in Merrillville, an EF-1 tornado near Remington and EF-2 near Fowler. Mete...

In Crown Point, Mayor Pete Land will deliver his inaugural State of the City address from 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the Franciscan Health Pavilion at Bulldog Park on South West Street. The...

(Image provided) In Valparaiso, the city is launching an education campaign reminding the community about what and how to recycle. "We have heard from the community that they want Valparaiso to contin...

In Valparaiso, the city has announced the awarding of 20 grants in the 2023 Neighborhood Improvement Grant program, providing over $216,000 in funds to support neighborhood unity and community improve...

In Lake County, dozens of people attended a kick-off session for the Merrillville Momentum comprehensive plan to learn about the process and share their thoughts. The comprehensive plan involves town ...

In Valparaiso, a Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony will be held Wednesday, March 29, 2023, 12 noon, at American Legion Post 94 on Monroe Street. Speakers will include Bob Carnegey, U.S. Army Vietnam Veter...

Valpo Chamber President Rex Richards has announced the recipients of the Distinguished Community Leader and Legacy of Service Awards, top honors handed out annually by the Chamber. Rob Thorgren, Presi...

(Photo provided) In Merrillville, as part of Women's History Month, the town is recognizing Tracy Ryan, who was promoted in January of this year to become the Street Department's first female foreman....