Category Archives: Our Communities
Winter Storm Watch Issued for Northwest Indiana
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Northwest Indiana Friday with heavy wet snow as a possibility. However, Region News Team Meteorologist Matt Wintz says it’s not yet definite and even jus...
Mar 02, 2023
Valparaiso to Highlight March as Disability Awareness Month
(Image provided) To advance disability awareness, education and inclusion, the city of Valparaiso has announced activities marking March as Disability Awareness Month. "As a community, we strive to be...
Mar 02, 2023
Ivy Tech Lake County Announces FAFSA Frenzy Fridays
Ivy Tech Community College's Lake County campus says it wants to help take some of the stress out of applying for college financial aid through its FAFSA Frenzy Fridays. Each Friday through March 17, ...
Feb 28, 2023
National Weather Service Chicago Confirms Tornadoes in Monday's Storms
The National Weather Service says at least three rare February tornadoes have been confirmed in the Chicago forecast area so far during severe storms on Monday February 27 - one each in the Joliet/Pla...
Feb 28, 2023
Community Healthcare System to Hold Career Fair
Community Healthcare System announces they’re holding an upcoming career fair at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts on Ridge Road in Munster. The healthcare system says it is looking for ...
Feb 17, 2023
First Lady's Visit to Northwest Indiana Postponed
An announcement from the Office of the First Lady says First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Northwest Indiana this week is postponed until a later date, additional details to follow. The First Lady ...
Feb 16, 2023
Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter to Host Virtual Kickoff for The Longest Day 2023
The Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter will host a virtual The Longest Day kickoff event on February 23, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Inspired by the summer solstice - the day with th...
Feb 15, 2023
PFAS Foam Collection Program for Indiana Fire Departments
PFAS collection at Indiana fire departments: Clockwise from top left, La Porte, La Porte, Vernon and Lawrenceburg. (Photo provided) The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has announ...
Feb 14, 2023
Community Support Helps Fire Department Replace Medical Equipment
(Photo provided) In Porter County, Liberty Township Volunteer Fire says generous donations and support from local businesses let them replace medical equipment in much need of replacing. With the purc...
Feb 13, 2023
Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors Changes Name to Northwest Indiana Realtors Association
(Image provided) The Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors (GNIAR) this week announced it has changed its name to Northwest Indiana Realtors Association (NIRA). The name change shortens th...
Feb 10, 2023
