River otters will be in season in Indiana for the first time in years starting this weekend.
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Local Corporations Receive Secured School Safety Grants
Several area school corporations are recipients of Secured School Safety Grant funds from the state. The program provides matching funds to school corporations to conduct a threat assessment, purchase equipment or restrict access to the school or expedite notice to first responders to hire a school resource officer. Continue reading
2015 Tax Amnesty Program Ends Monday
Those behind on their taxes still have a chance to repay the state without incurring any penalties.
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State Parks to Close for Deer Reduction Hunts
Tippecanoe River State Park in Winamac is among several facilities scheduled to close next week for the first of two planned deer reduction hunts this season. Others include Clifty Falls, Fort Harrison, Harmonie, Lincoln, McCormick’s Creek, Ouabachie, Pokagon, Potato Creek, Prophetstown, Shades, Shakamak, Turkey Run and Whitewater Memorial. Continue reading
Ancilla Domini Chapel Hosts Performance of Mozart Mass
The Center at Donaldson will be hosting a performance of Mozart’s Krönungsmesse, or Coronation Mass, at the Ancilla Domini Chapel. The performance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s 1779 Mass setting will feature the Ancilla Community Choir and Orchestra, as well as five solo vocalists, under the direction of Andrew Jennings. Continue reading
High Wind Warning Issued for Northern Indiana
A high wind warning is in effect for our area until late tonight. South winds are expected to veer southwest and rapidly increase this morning. By afternoon they will become west, according to the National Weather Service. Sustained wind speeds of between 25 and 40 miles per hour are expected, with widespread gusts of 50 to 55 miles per hour. Continue reading
Culver Continues Work on Future Safe Routes Program
The Town of Culver may be looking to start construction on Safe Routes to School projects late next year.
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National Weather Service Issues High Wind Watch
Blustery southwest winds are possible throughout the day. They’re expected to increase in speed and intensity into the overnight hours. The National Weather Service has issued a high wind advisory for tomorrow morning into Friday in anticipation of sustained winds of at least 40 miles per hour or gusts of 58 miles per hour or more. Continue reading
Culver Tables Permit Fee Changes Following Resident Backlash
Some additional considerations may need to be made by the Culver Town Council regarding proposed changes in their construction permit fees.
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Starke County Attempting Conservation Projects with State Grants
Culver Brings Revised Building Permit Changes to Public Hearing
Winter Energy Assistance Programs Now Open
Applications for Winter Heating Assistance began last week, and NIPSCO says it’s partnering with various agencies around the state to bring the reduced energy costs to families in need.
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Elected Representatives Speak Out on Keystone XL Rejection
Indiana’s elected representatives in Washington are speaking out against a decision by the Obama Administration to reject the construction of the U.S. portion of the Keystone XL Pipeline.
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Ancilla Student Awarded with “Realizing the Dream” Scholarship
One Ancilla College student is getting a financial boost from the Independent Colleges of Indiana.
Cold Weather Brings Alternative Heating Warnings
Changing Seasons Presents Frozen Pipe Risks
Winter weather may be weeks away, but municipalities throughout the state of Indiana have provided resources for residents to protect their water pipes from freezing temperatures.
Ancilla College Receives Loan for Second Residence Hall
Ancilla College is one step closer to building its second residence hall. Continue reading
Culver School Officials React to Statewide Changes in ISTEP Test, Dual-Credit Programs
The Culver School Board Monday reacted to changes affecting schools throughout the state. Continue reading
Ancilla Volunteers Sort Shoes for Sojourner Truth House
A group of Ancilla College students, faculty, and staff traveled to Gary to help organize shoes to be given to those in need in Northwest Indiana and around the world. Find the best men’s shoes for standing all day on concrete on this website and choose your favorite style to match your outfits. Continue reading
Ancilla College Announces New Degree Programs
Ancilla College is adding three new degree programs next year. Students will be able to study sports management, hospitality and tourism and culinary arts management. The new offerings bring the total number of two-year degree programs at the private, liberal arts school to 21. Continue reading
