Category Archives: Our Communities
Weekend Restrictions Planned for I65 and I-94 Interchange
In Lake County, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is advising Region motorists of restrictions at the Interstate 65 and Interstate 80/94 interchange scheduled for this weekend for ongoi...
Joey Martin Jul 14, 2023
Indiana Reports Year-End Results for Fiscal Year 2023
State Comptroller Tera Klutz Thursday confirmed that the State of Indiana closed the 2023 fiscal year with $2.9 billion in state reserves, a news release said. Klutz said it's again within the healthy...
Joey Martin Jul 14, 2023
National Night Out 2023 Valparaiso
The Valparaiso Police Department is again participating in National Night Out, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, 2023. National Night Out is a nationwide event, bringing communities and police...
Joey Martin Jul 07, 2023
Town Forming Community Committee for Merrillville Momentum Plan
In Merrillville, the town is looking for residents to join the Momentum Community Committee. The new committee will play a critical role in developing a comprehensive plan by working with town officia...
Joey Martin Jul 07, 2023
New School Resource Officer Announced in Valparaiso
In Valparaiso, the Police Department in conjunction with Valparaiso Community Schools announces the addition of a fourth School Resource Officer (SRO). Patrolwoman Michelle Kodicek began her duties at...
Joey Martin Jul 06, 2023
INDOT Announces Next Call for Community Crossings Matching Grants
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says it is accepting applications for the fall 2023 call for projects for the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program. Community Crossings grants ar...
Joey Martin Jul 03, 2023
Opportunity Enterprises Launches Support Group for Caregivers
In Porter County, Opportunity Enterprises (OE) has announced it is launching a support group for caregivers of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. CARES - Connect, Advocate, ...
Joey Martin Jul 03, 2023
Ivy Tech Lake County Announces Renovation Plans for East Chicago Location
Construction will take place in two phases, the announcement said. Phase 1A is scheduled to begin on Aug. 7 and end on Jan. 12, while phase 1B is expected to start on Oct. 16 and also end on Jan. 12. ...
Joey Martin Jun 30, 2023
Interstate 80/94 Ramp Closures for Concrete Restoration
In Lake County, several Interstate 80/94 ramp closures are scheduled for concrete restoration this summer. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) says the work is scheduled to begin on or af...
Joey Martin Jun 28, 2023
Valpo Sports and Recreation Campus Update
In Valparaiso, here's an update on the city's newest and largest park to be located just east of State Road 49 on the east side of the city. A news release says Valpo Parks has initiated bids for work...
Joey Martin Jun 27, 2023