As the summer came to a close, and the air was crisp and scented with fall, the doors to the Pottawattomie Country Club in Michigan City opened to welcome and host the Inspiring Women Luncheon. Many lovely ladies (and a few brave gentlemen) came out...
Read MoreHomeward Bound Walk to Benefit Agencies Serving the Homeless
You can help prevent homelessness, get some exercise, and visit scenic Washington Park and the Beachwalk community - all at the same time! Teams and individuals are encouraged to sign up for the Kevin Kohn Memorial Homeward Bound 5K Fundraising...
Read MoreSeptember is Adopt a Companion Month at the Independent Cat Society
The Independent Cat Society is hosting a Adopt One, Get a Companion Free event during September. For $75, you will receive: The cat of your choice A free spay or neuter Current vaccines Flea treatment Nail trim A free initial vet visit with one of...
Read MorePNC Campus Shop Hosts Thirst Tour Event
The Purdue University North Central Campus Shop will host a Thirst Tour event on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at 1 p.m. in the Library-Student-Faculty Building Assembly Hall, Room 02. It is free and open to the public. The Thirst Project is a nonprofit...
Read MoreVolunteers Invited to Washington Park Beach to Keep Great Lakes Beaches Barefoot Friendly
Public Beach Cleanup and Celebration Planned for Volunteers Barefoot Wine is teaming up with the Alliance for the Great Lakes and Michigan City Parks and Recreation Department to host a public Adopt-a-Beach cleanup at Washington Park Beach. Following...
Read MoreKiwanis Peanut Days are Friday September 21 and September 28!
The Kiwanis Club of La Porte will be hosting their annual Peanut Days on Friday, September 21st and 28th in front of the La Porte Post Office and Kroger from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Stop by and meet local community members who are committed to...
Read More“Stuff a Bus” a Huge Success for Salvation Army of LaPorte
This last week, Al’s Market East and West, partnered with the Salvation Army of LaPorte to sponsor “Stuff a Bus”. This program was a great success thanks to the generosity of the people of LaPorte. Bags of groceries with the value of...
Read MoreTwo Michigan City Families Celebrate Ownership of New Habitat Homes
Double dedication ceremonies were held Sunday afternoon for two newly constructed houses on Michigan City’s west side that were recently completed by the La Porte County Habitat for Humanity organization and volunteers. The new home of Tracy...
Read MoreRunnin’ for Prestin 5K Run/Walk
Runnin' for Prestin, a 5K Run/Walk will be held Saturday, September 22, at Washington Park in Michigan City. Prestin Butcher, an 11 year old La Porte County resident, was diagnosed in June 2011 with Medulloblastoma, a very aggressive brain cancer....
Read MoreHarris Bank Adoption Event to Feature Lakeshore PAWS
Harris Bank in Chesterton is opening its doors to local animal rescues and pet vendors, including Lakeshore PAWS, on Saturday, September 22. Enjoy a morning of tail-wagging fun from 9 a.m. until noon in the parking lot of Harris Bank, 502 East 1100...
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