Category Archives: Our Communities
Indiana Governor Extends COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has extended the COVID-19 public health emergency for another thirty days to extend critical capabilities directly tied to it, noting he has also instructed agencies to b...
Joey Martin Nov 01, 2021
Governor, First Lady Host Trick-or-Treaters at Governor's Residence, Visitors Receive Candy Made in Indiana
Additional photos will be shared on Governor Holcomb's Twitter, Facebook and Instagram .
Joey Martin Nov 01, 2021
Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor Winter Energy-Saving Tips
Colder weather is arriving in the Region. The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) says there are lots of simple ways to keep heating bills down. Here is a list of tips at the Indiana O...
Joey Martin Oct 29, 2021
Indiana Health Officials Provide Information on COVID-19 Booster Shots
State health officials say mixed dosing is authorized for COVID-19 boosters and tweeted this chart showing who is eligible and what the options are regarding vaccines. The Indiana Department of Health...
Joey Martin Oct 26, 2021
Wet and Windy Day in the Region, Advisories Issued; Lake Michigan Waves Up to 16 Feet
A wet and windy day is forecast for the Region. The National Weather Service says showers will continue today, and standing water on some roads is being reported. Wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour...
Joey Martin Oct 25, 2021
Robotic Lung Surgery Arrives at Franciscan Health Crown Point
The da Vinci technology has multiple arms and a high-definition 3D camera that are inserted through small incisions. The operator sits at a control console next to the bed in the operating room and co...
Joey Martin Oct 20, 2021
Update on Valparaiso Roadway Projects
Valparaiso roadway enhancement projects are taking shape, preparing to make travel more efficient and add life to travel surfaces, according to City Engineer Mike Jabo. Some of the newest updates incl...
Joey Martin Oct 20, 2021
Valparaiso to Host Neighborhood Workshop
To further promote neighborhood engagement, the City of Valparaiso is hosting a Neighborhood Workshop on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, 6 to 7:00 pm at the Banta Activity Center on Beech Street. "We look ...
Joey Martin Oct 19, 2021
INDOT Hosts Public Meetings This Week on 80/94 Traffic-Improvement Study
The Indiana Department of Transportation will host public meetings this week as they determine how to maximize benefits of the latest technology and how it can improve traffic on 80/94. The Planning a...
Joey Martin Oct 18, 2021
Indiana Youth Institute Shines Light on LGBTQ+ Youth, LGBTQ History Month
October is LGBTQ History Month, and the Indiana Youth Institute is raising awareness about the crucial role teachers and youth workers play in creating a supportive environment for LGBTQ+ students. "A...
Joey Martin Oct 15, 2021