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Michigan City Fall 2026 Airport Dumpster & Tire Amnesty Program
Michigan City Fall 2026 Airport Dumpster & Tire Amnesty Program FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — The City of Michigan City will continue its Fall Airport Dumpster & Tire Amnesty Program this October, giving residents an opportunity to safely and responsibly dispose of…
SOUTH SHORE PUBLIC RELATIONS RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS CHICAGO SKYLINE AWARD FOR NEST COMMUNITY SHELTER’S COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR CAMPAIGN -The Public Relations Society of America – Chicago Chapter Honors Firm With Prestigious Skyline Award -Congratulations from TEAM WIMS
SOUTH SHORE PUBLIC RELATIONS RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS CHICAGO SKYLINE AWARD FOR NEST COMMUNITY SHELTER’S COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR CAMPAIGN -The Public Relations Society of America - Chicago Chapter Honors Firm With Prestigious Skyline Award -Congratulations from TEAM WIMS MICHIGAN…
Michigan City Area Schools Invites Local Businesses to Sponsor “Wolfie’s Night Out Trick or Treat” at Ames
Michigan City Area Schools and Michigan City Athletics are inviting local businesses and community organizations to host stations along the treat trail for “Wolfie’s Night Out Trick or Treat” at Ames Field on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. This free event is open to MCAS students…
WHAT IT TAKES TO KEEP POST 451 MOVING the latest from Commander Socrates Gray with American Legion Skwiat Post 451 in Michigan City
Being Commander of American Legion Frank & Edward Skwiat Post 451 isn’t just a title. It’s a responsibility. It follows you home. It rings your phone. It fills your evenings. And more weekends than I can count, it means being at the Post when there are plenty of other places I…
Michiana Humane Society Invites Community to Remember Beloved Pets at Remember Me Thursday
Michigan City, IN - Michiana Humane Society invites the community to come together for an evening of remembrance during the 13th annual Remember Me Thursday on Thursday, September 24, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. CST at the shelter. Remember Me Thursday is an international day of…
Franciscan Health offering Produce Prescription Program
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Franciscan Health is again teaming up with the Indy Hunger Network to support healthier lifestyles by expanding access to nutritious food and providing chronic disease management education through the free Produce Prescription Program. The free program…
Michigan City Extends Storm Relief SNAP Match at Farmers Market
Michigan City Extends Storm Relief SNAP Match at Farmers Market MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — Michigan City residents using SNAP benefits can continue to stretch their grocery dollars further at the "Farmed & Forged" Michigan City Farmers Market, with the Storm Relief SNAP Match now…
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…
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…