Government

Crown Point Mayor Peter D. Land will deliver his annual State of the City address from 5:30-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 29, at the Franciscan Health Pavilion at Bulldog Park, located at 183 S. West St.  The Mayor's Office will come together with city...

To encourage neighborhood engagement, the City of Valparaiso is offering a Know Your Neighbor  grant program to support neighborhood gatherings, planned activities, block parties and other  creative ideas that bring neighbors...

On Saturday, March 30, Michigan City held a citywide Easter egg hunt at Fedder’s Alley in Washington Park. There was quite the turnout as hundreds of residents were in attendance to celebrate Easter Sunday. Michigan City Police Department and...

For over a decade, Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. has raised awareness in the fight against childhood cancer by raising money and highlighting members of the community who are affected by a cancer diagnosis. This year, the mayor has chosen to...

On Wednesday, March 27, Irving Elementary School hosted Mayor’s Night Out for the second district of Hammond. This event is an open public forum that allows those who reside in Hammond the ability to discuss the current state of Hammond.  In...

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is launching a national high-visibility enforcement effort this April to deter distracted driving.  "Distractions behind the wheel can have...

Michelle Harris has been named to the Fire Territory Board for the City of Valparaiso, announced Mayor Jon Costas. “Michelle has demonstrated her commitment to serving our community and we’re pleased to have her serve on this important public...

The City of Valparaiso has announced several new appointments to its Advisory Human Relations Council. Established in 2011, the purpose of the Advisory Human Relations Council is to advise the Mayor on ways to promote a better understanding and...

Sarah Polman has been named to the Valparaiso Plan Commission, announced Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas. “Sarah has extensive expertise in planning and community development. We look forward to adding her talents to the Plan Commission,” said Mayor...

Hammond City Officials, the Department of Economic Development and Gifted Hands Academy are pleased to announce the grand opening of Gifted Hands Academy LLC (GHA). We invite you to celebrate with us on March 26, 2024 at 1pm at their new location at...