Government

In response to the inordinate amount of trash and debris that has been set out around  town in recent weeks, Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch has deployed multiple Michigan City departments to  assist the Refuse Department in addressing its...

The Fedder’s Alley All-Inclusive Playground and Fitness Park expected to breakground in 2025 is significantly closer to fruition as a result of a $750,000 grant from the HealthFoundation of La Porte. “The Fedder’s Alley All-Inclusive Playground...

Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb sat down with GreatNews.Life Founder Chris Mahlmann for a legacy interview reflecting on his eight years of service as governor. With his term concluding in January, Holcomb shared heartfelt memories, celebrated...

On the evening of Monday, December 9, the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) hosted Mayor of La Porte Tom Dermody’s fifth state of the city address at the La Porte Civic Auditorium. City officials, local business owners, and elected...

With cold temps and snow in our near future, please be mindful of maintaining the integrity of the this year's concrete projects. This includes removing snow on a regular basis and avoiding the use of salt and chemical de-icing agents. Here's a...

City of La Porte Civic & Events Director Brett Binversie this week announced his resignation from the City, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber. Binversie, who has served in his role for the last 10 years, will step down following the...

 Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch urges the citizens of Michigan City to check on family, friends, neighbors, pets, and especially the elderly during extreme weather to ensure everyone stays healthy and safe.  If you or someone you know in...

The City of Valparaiso has named Paul Sommer as its Good Neighbor recipient for 2024, recognizing his exemplary commitment to the community. “Paul Sommer sees a need and works to fill it, benefiting so many, including the local running community,...

The Mayor’s Youth Council has named Evan and Ryan Quackenbush as Valparaiso’s Rising Stars. The inaugural Rising Star recognition celebrates the abundance of responsible, intelligent and hardworking youth that contribute to the success of...

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...