Government

The City of Valparaiso has named Max Rehlander as Interim Engineering Director and Bill Laird as  Interim Chief Deputy Engineer, announced Mayor Matt Murphy. “Both Max and Bill have demonstrated  their excellence and engineering expertise...

KV REMC contractors will begin spraying along our rights-of-way beginning in June. The Daltons, the contractors for this program, will focus on brush and small woody plant chemical vegetation control in the orange areas shown on the map. If you would...

Mayor Pete Land swore in two new public safety officials during a Wednesday Board of Public Works and Safety meeting. Firefighter/Paramedic Elijah Golumbeck, badge No. 80, was born and raised in Hammond. He graduated from Bishop Noll High School,...

Work on Canadian National railroad crossings continues in Valparaiso, requiring short-term closures  and detours as upgrades continue. “We continue to work closely with Canadian National to facilitate  projects that improve crossings for...

Cooperatives like Kankakee Valley REMC are different than other power providers. One of the most important differences is that our member-consumers lead us. Our employees focus on delivering safe and reliable electricity to your home or business. But...

Admirers of the historic Civic Auditorium will have the opportunity to purchase a piece of it to own forever, according Civic & Events Director Brett Binversie. The Civic's antique seating sections will be available for sale through an online...

Crown Point Police have secured charges against an Illinois man, who is accused of robbing a Crown Point man of his winnings from a local casino.  Demonte Kentrell Vance-Williams, 28, of Illinois, is facing three level 6 felony charges and a...

After months of intensive discussion, yesterday marked the City of La Porte's deadline with regards to the annexation of the 39 North Conservancy District, according to Mayor Tom Dermody. The city is committed to its strategy and plan for the future,...

To further promote neighborhood engagement, the City of Valparaiso is hosting a Neighborhood Workshop on Wednesday, June 14, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Valparaiso City Hall, 166 Lincolnway. Neighborhood Workshops provide an opportunity for neighborhood...

Each school year, Valparaiso Mayor Matt Murphy puts together a Youth Council composed of students entering 11th grade. These students represent the city’s youth, build leadership skills, interact with local elected and appointed city officials, and...