It’s now possible to send a text message to 911 from all 92 Indiana counties. The Indiana Statewide 911 Board has announced that as of last Thursday, text-to-911 service is available throughout the state. Continue reading
Ice Cream Social Planned to Celebrate North Judson History During Mint Festival
Plans are being finalized for this weekend’s North Judson Mint Festival. Continue reading
Stay Safe When Buying and Using Fireworks
If your Independence Day celebrations include the use of fireworks, the Indiana State Fire Marshal has a few tips for keeping yourself safe. Continue reading
DNR Investigating LaPorte Drowning
Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating the drowning of a Gary man in a LaPorte lake yesterday. Emergency responders were called to Pine Lake at 6:42 p.m. Continue reading
Starke County EMS Fills Full-Time Positions
Starke County EMS Director Keith Emigh hopes some recent hires will alleviate some of the staffing issues for the county ambulance service. He told the commissioners Monday evening he’s finalizing the hiring of two full-time paramedics. They’re expected to start July 1. Continue reading
Ancilla College Joins Effort to Help Former Inmates Go to College
Ancilla College is joining President Obama’s administration in making it easier for those with a criminal record to get a college degree. Ancilla was one of fifteen colleges and universities at the White House Friday for the launch of the Fair Chance Higher Education Pledge. Continue reading
Stay Safe During Warm Weather
High temperatures are predicted for the next several days, and that means an increase in the risk for heat-related illnesses. Continue reading
North Judson Fire Department to Add New Defibrillator
A technology upgrade may help the North Judson-Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department save more lives. Continue reading
Indiana Pilots Program Designed to Enforce Overweight Truck Limits
A new pilot program is looking to extend the life of Indiana’s roadways and capture revenue that the state believes is currently being evaded.
INDOT, IDOR, the Indiana State Police, and Kapsch Traffic Com launched the Indiana Direct Weigh-in Motion and Credential Enforcement program on Friday morning.
IDHS Encourages Ride Safety During Summer Amusement Park Visits
Summer Reading Program Aims for Better Financial Understanding
Financial literacy is the goal of Secretary of State Connie Lawson’s Summer Reading program.
LaPorte County Officers Seek Help Tracking Down Fugitive
The LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office is looking for the public’s help in tracking down a convicted burglar. Officials with the Sheriff’s Office say Jeffery S. Glancy was recently sentenced to the Indiana Department of Correction but was granted a two-week furlough on May 2 to attend to a family member with medical issues. The Sheriff’s Office says he still hasn’t returned to the LaPorte County Jail. Continue reading
Convicted Felon Faces Weapons Charges Following Traffic Stop
A Michigan woman who told police she was in the process of moving to Plymouth wound up in jail in LaPorte County for possession of a firearm by a violent felon and theft of a firearm. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Discuss Options for Coroner Space
The Starke County Commissioners are still trying to find permanent space for the coroner’s office. It’s presently located at the old jail across from the courthouse. However, that space is due to be renovated later this year into offices for Starke County Community Corrections, the probation department and Purdue Extension. Continue reading
LaPorte Police Department to Crack Down on Aggressive Drivers
The latest LaPorte Police Department public safety campaign targets aggressive drivers. The Operation Pull Over-funded patrols start today and continue through June 24. Officers will be looking for drivers committing dangerous moving violations that cause or directly contribute to traffic crashes. Continue reading
Grants Again Available for Storm Shelter Construction
Hoosiers looking to install a storm shelter at their home have another chance to get some help paying for it. A misunderstanding about the terms of the grant has led the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to reopen the application period. Continue reading
NIPSCO Customers May Report Outages Via Text
As the summer storm season gets underway, NIPSCO is reminding customers of their options when it comes to reporting power outages. The utility provider says one easy way is to send them a text message. Continue reading
StellarFest Offers Opportunity to Educate Public on Culver Improvement Efforts
The Town of Culver will be taking part in a host of Saturday events in the town park.
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum Announces Mint Festival Events
The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum is gearing up for the North Judson Mint Festival over Father’s Day Weekend. The museum’s planned some special events for dads and the entire family to enjoy. Continue reading
West Central Prepares to Celebrate Milestone, Accomplishments
The West Central School Corporation is preparing for a celebration half a century in the making. The class of 2017 will be the 50th group of seniors to graduate from West Central High School. Continue reading
