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Valpo Parks Introduces Advisory Speed Limits to Improve Safety

Valpo Parks Introduces Advisory Speed Limits to Improve Safety Valpo Parks has introduced a plan to improve safety and traffic measures surrounding Valpo Parks facilities, including advisory speed limits and designated pedestrian connections. “Safety is a priority at our parks and this program is designed to...

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Comedian Jim Gaffigan keeps crowd in stitches at Purdue University Northwest’s Sinai Forum

Comedian Jim Gaffigan keeps crowd in stitches at Purdue University Northwest’s Sinai Forum On Sunday, November 24, Purdue University Northwest held the fourth session of its 2024 Sinai Forum at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City. Over 1200 individuals from all over the Region flocked to Blue Chip’s Stardust Event Center to witness the...

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City of Lake Station spreads some holiday magic at eighth annual Christmas Tree Lighting

City of Lake Station spreads some holiday magic at eighth annual Christmas Tree Lighting On the crisp evening of Saturday, November 23, the City of Lake Station held its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. Residents of Lake Station flocked to City Hall to participate in the festivities. The Grinch and Mrs. Claus made an appearance and...

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Rag islands and fatbergs continue to plague the Chesterton Utility

Rag islands and fatbergs continue to plague the Chesterton Utility Here’s something you’ve probably never thought about in your life: The final destination of the so-called “disposable” wipes promoted by their manufacturers as a “hygienic alternative to toilet paper.” Picture, if you will, a solid floor...

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Michigan City Citizens Police Academy concludes with Graduation Ceremony

Michigan City Citizens Police Academy concludes with Graduation Ceremony The Michigan City Police Department’s Citizens Police Academy concluded its latest session on Nov. 21, 2024 with a graduation ceremony that celebrated the hard work and dedication of its participants. Held at the Michigan City Police Department,...

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Support Toys for Tots with REGIONAL federal credit union

Support Toys for Tots with REGIONAL federal credit union Toy Drive Starts November 22nd Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots is a program run by the U.S. Marine Corps to help bring the joy of Christmas and send a message of hope to America's less fortunate children through the gift of a new toy.This year we...

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South Suburban College to Host Trustee Candidacy Lottery on November 26th

South Suburban College to Host Trustee Candidacy Lottery on November 26th South Suburban College (SSC) will host a lottery for Trustee ballot ordering for the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election on Tuesday, November 26th at 3:00 p.m. in the Board Room on the 2nd floor of the College’s Main Campus. There will be a...

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Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana promotes community and scholastic achievement at 4th annual Lend a Shoulder Day

Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana promotes community and scholastic achievement at 4th annual Lend a Shoulder Day On Wednesday, November 20, Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana hosted its fourth annual Lend a Shoulder Day event at St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Whiting. Over 100 community members along with Big Shoulders executives, board members, and...

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