Paint the Town Pink With the City of Whiting

Whiting is a city…
- born of the railroads and the Standard Oil Company in 1889.
- of historic buildings, an Andrew Carnegie library, and the Hoosier Theater.
- that cherishes its history and continues to celebrate its traditions.
- recognized for being a Tree City USA for 22 consecutive years.
- of beautiful old homes on streets named after city founders.
- specializing in unique shops and family owned businesses.
- of rich ethnic heritage and diversity.
- of festivals, summer concerts, and parades.
- ideally located 20 minutes from Chicago.

Mission:
To enhance public services and facilities that:
- Promote a vibrant business environment
- Provide new housing opportunities
- Expand recreational and cultural amenities which attract people to live, visit, and play in a lakeshore community that values quality, efficiency and integrity.
Organizational Values:

Life on the Streets of Whiting Featuring Mayor Joe

Life on the Streets of Whiting Featuring Mayor Joe

Ever wonder what makes Whiting successful? Mayor Joe Stahura lays out what makes Whiting wacky, whimsical, and a growing success in this episode of Life on the Streets of Northwest Indiana. “The idea is to go against the norm,” Mayor Stahura began, “We like to poke fun at our heritage. We have a lot of Polish and Slovakian heritage in Whiting. From there we add things like the mascot museum, which is a great fit for the Pierogi Fest characters. We have a lot of fun with it.” To read the full article click here http://www.nwindianalife.com/community/recreation/66168-life-on-the-streets-of-whiting-featuring-mayor-joe-stahura
NWI Mayor's Roundtable: Hobart Brickie Bowl and Whiting Mascot...

NWI Mayor's Roundtable: Hobart Brickie Bowl and Whiting Mascot Hall of Fame

2016 will be a big year for communities in Northwest Indiana, especially Hobart and Whiting. See Mayor Brian Snedecor of Hobart and Mayor Joe Stahura of Whiting talking about a couple of big projects, the Brickie Bowl renovation and National Mascot Hall of Fame! Read more: http://www.nwindianalife.com/community/government-community-resources/59223-stahura-snedecor-talk-2016-in-whiting-and-hobart-at-ideas-in-motion-media-mayoral-roundtable
Northwest Indiana Mayors Roundtable: NWI Mayors Working Together

Northwest Indiana Mayors Roundtable: NWI Mayors Working Together

2016 will be a big year for communities in Northwest Indiana, especially Hobart and Whiting. In this video, Mayor Brian Snedecor of Hobart and Mayor Joe Stahura of Whiting talk about the teamwork it takes to get things done for the citizens of Northwest Indiana! Read more: http://www.nwindianalife.com/community/government-community-resources/59223-stahura-snedecor-talk-2016-in-whiting-and-hobart-at-ideas-in-motion-media-mayoral-roundtable

Paint the Town Pink With the City of Whiting

By: City of Whiting Last Updated: April 25, 2016

This May, dedicated leaders in the City of Whiting, local businesses, and community residents and visitors will come together once again for the entire month, in efforts to raise money and awareness for Breast Cancer Research. Get involved in the...

Legendary Disco Act, Village People, to Perform at Whiting’s Pierogi Fest

By: South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority Last Updated: April 22, 2016

Pierogi Fest,® one of the wackiest festivals on the planet according to TripAdvisor.com is pleased to announce that the Kings of Disco, the one and only VILLAGE PEOPLE are coming to this year’s festival which will be held in Downtown Whiting,...

City of Whiting Introduces Passport Mobile App for Whihala Beach and Whiting Lakefront Park Parking

By: City of Whiting Last Updated: April 14, 2016

Mobile app allows drivers to pay for metered parking and boat trailer parking The City of Whiting is announcing a new way for drivers to pay the parking meter for both vehicles and boat trailer parking. Drivers can now use Passport, a mobile pay app...

“American Pickers’ Seeking Locations to Film in Indiana

By: Cineflix USA Last Updated: June 17, 2015

Indiana is excited to welcome Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Antique Archeology to the area. The team will film episodes of their hit series AMERICAN PICKERS throughout Indiana. Filming is scheduled for early July. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary...

Purdue Calumet Enabling High School Teachers, Students to Explore Natural Universe

By: Purdue University Northwest Last Updated: May 20, 2015

Spearheaded by Nobel Prize-contributing researcher and Professor of Physics Neeti Parashar, Purdue University Calumet has been established as a QuarkNet Center to enable high school teachers and students to explore hidden aspects of the natural...

Purdue Calumet Home Opener Set for Saturday at Noon at Dowling Park

By: Purdue University Northwest Last Updated: March 20, 2015

The Purdue University Calumet baseball team is set for Opening Day at Dowling Park when the Peregrines play host to league foe Holy Cross College in a doubleheader Saturday, March 21, at Albert’s Diamond Field. The Peregrines (8-1, 1-1 Chicagoland...

South Central Students of the Month for January 2015

By: South Central Junior-Senior High School Last Updated: February 3, 2015

South Central 8th grader Isabelle Auskalnis, 11th grader Lucas Cauley, and 12th grader Hannah Howell have been selected Students of the Month for January. Isabelle Auskalnis is the daughter of Michelle Harmon of Wanatah and Joseph Auskalnis of...

Lake Central, La Porte Girls and Munster, Named in IBCA Top 20 Poll

By: Brett Fuller Last Updated: December 9, 2014

Northwest Indiana is making a dent in the Indiana Basketball Coaches Association (IBCA) weekly Top 20 poll, with the Lake Central Indians (8th, 7-1) and La Porte Slicers (18th, 5-1) named in the girls' poll and Munster Mustangs (8th, 3-0) in the...

Prep Sports Round-Up 09-08-14

By: Tim Moran Last Updated: September 8, 2014

Lafayette Harrison Invite (Girls Cross Country) Portage finished sixth in the 22-team meet on Saturday with five runners finishing in the top 50. Kyra Ball led the way for the Lady Indians with a time of 19 minutes, 44 seconds and was followed by...

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