In Porter County, construction is underway on the new Liberty Township fire station and government office. Township leaders broke ground on the $4.5 million project in October. Officials say the new fire station for the Volunteer Fire Department replaces a 70-year-old facility, improving emergency response capabilities...

The Salvation Army of Northwest Indiana says it is facing lower donations at Red Kettles this year as it heads into the final weeks of its annual Red Kettle Campaign. Donations are down from 2024, so The Salvation Army is appealing to residents of Lake and Porter counties to help raise funds necessary to continue vital...

She's already a star to us - now she's being recognized by the broadcast industry. Radio Ink Magazine has named Adams Radio Northwest Indiana's very own Kadie Daye one of Radio's 30 & Under Superstars. Kadie's been working in radio for nine years and has shows on both Indiana 105.5 (WLJE-FM) and Z-107.1 (WZVN-FM). ...

In Crown Point, the Julia Watkins Brass Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and the City of Crown Point say they will honor fallen heroes by placing wreaths on their graves at the Historic Maplewood and Maplewood Memorial cemeteries. The Wreaths Across America Ceremony will begin at noon Saturday,...

As the weather turns colder, Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) says the potential increases for hazards such as ice, snow, and frigid temperatures, and the Merrillville-based utility company is reminding customers to prepare so that they can keep their homes and families safe and warm this winter. "...

In Valparaiso, the city has coordinated with local organizations to announce Warming Centers when temperatures and wind chills dip below freezing: Valparaiso YMCA; Porter County Public Library Valparaiso Branch; and Daybreak Resource Center, with specific days and hours at each location. In addition, Valparaiso Police ...

In North Judson, the Starke County Humane Society said last week in their Wish List Wednesday that their greatest need is monetary donations. A social media post by the shelter December 3, 2025, said they need the help to help cover the costs of medical care for their homeless animals, and stressed that no amount is t...

Porter County is a step closer to becoming a HEARTSafe Community. The Porter County Health Department partnered with the Town of Kouts to install a new publicly accessible automated external defibrillator (AED) in November at Drazer Memorial Park. This is the fourth AED installed in Porter County in 2025. Officials say...

In Valparaiso, the Valparaiso University (VU) Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Rev. Brian Konkol as the university's 20th president, effective January 1, 2026. An ordained minister of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, Rev. Konkol currently serves as Vice President, Dean, and Professor at Sy...

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration says Indiana residents can call 2-1-1 to find local warming centers during upcoming winter weather. The agency said warming centers will be open across the state for those in need of a safe and warm place to stay as nighttime temperatures are expected to drop to aro...