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Here is your Thursday forecast
Today Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm before 1pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between…
Community Mental Health Resource Fair: A Place to Start-Coming THIS WEEKEND September 20
La Porte County, Indiana — Mental health support doesn't always begin with knowing exactly what you need. Sometimes, it begins with finding a place to start. On September 20, First Presbyterian Church in Michigan City, will host a Community Mental Health Resource Fair: A Place to…
Michigan City Neighborhood Leadership Academy fall session applications available
Fall session applications are available for the Michigan City Neighborhood Academy. According to their website, “The Michigan City Neighborhood Leadership Academy (MCNLA) is a transformative program designed to empower local residents to become active leaders within their…
NIPSCO and Unity Foundation Partner to Deploy $400,000 in Disaster Relief Across La Porte County-Funding supports 13 local organizations and townships providing immediate relief to households
LA PORTE COUNTY, Ind.— Unity Foundation of La Porte County received a $400,000 contribution from Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) with support from the NiSource Charitable Foundation to support disaster relief and long-term recovery efforts across La Porte…
Fish Camp: Hooked on the Harbor
Fish Camp: Hooked on the Harbor When Nicole Bissonnette opened Fish Camp, she wasn’t interested in creating a restaurant that fit neatly into one category. Sitting along Trail Creek, just off Lake Michigan, Fish Camp Oyster Bar & Kitchen has become a natural stop for boaters,…
2027 Proposed Budget Presentation
View & download Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch’s 2027 Proposed Budget Presentation, outlining the City’s fiscal priorities and financial outlook for the year ahead. CLICK HERE TO VIEW
Here is your Wednesday forecast
Today Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Tonight Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 65. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Thursday A 40 percent chance of showers…
Purdue University Northwest and Society of Innovators announce plans to end collaboration agreement
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) and Innovators Northwest Indiana have agreed to end the collaboration agreement through which the Society of Innovators (SOI) has functioned under the PNW umbrella since 2018. The change will be effective Dec. 31,…
Franciscan Health Michigan City to host free baby shower
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health Michigan City is hosting a free Way to Grow baby shower for expectant families and new parents. The event is scheduled to take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3 at Franciscan Health Michigan City, 3500 Franciscan Way in the…
YMCA La Porte Branch to temporarily close Sept. 28 – Oct. 4
The La Porte County Family YMCA announced that its La Porte Branch will be closed Monday, September 28 through Sunday, October 4 for Shutdown Week. The YMCA says during this time, their team will be completing facility improvements, scheduled maintenance, deep cleaning, mandatory…
Who & What: September 15, 2026
Two Marion County judges face misconduct allegations. Two Indiana coal burning power plants remain open, but a federal appeals court ruling could change that. Laporte County Sheriff’s Office opposes plea deal for man accused of shooting a deputy.
Here is your Tuesday forecast
Today A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Tonight Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Wednesday Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 78. Chance…