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Ports of Indiana to establish sea cargo container port
Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor received U.S. government approval to build the first international sea cargo container terminal on Lake Michigan. The post Ports of Indiana to establish sea cargo container port appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
EPA requires stricter coal ash cleanup in Town of Pines due to flawed soil test
The Environmental Protection Agency said the standard for cleaning up coal ash in the Town of Pines will now be a little more strict. In March, the environmental group Earthjustice pointed out flaws in the data used to set that standard. But activists say some flaws still remain — and that means the soil will still be unsafe.
Federal Sentence for Gun Sale in Michigan City
(South Bend, IN) - A Chicago man has been sentenced on a federal gun charge with ties to Michigan City. In January of last year, 42-year-old Allory Smith of Chicago sold a rifle, a handgun, and ammunition to a buyer in the Michigan City area. According to authorities, Smith referred to the rifle as a “real license to kill” because he believed it had previously been reported stolen. With several prior felony convictions, Smith is prohibited from possessing firearms.
Water Main Break Disrupts Traffic on U.S. 20 in Michigan City, IN
Michigan City, IN – A significant water main break on U.S. 20 in Michigan City has caused major traffic disruptions. The incident occurred just east of Hitchcock Road, necessitating immediate attention from local authorities and repair crews. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, crews from Michigan City are...
Life-Saving App Now Available in La Porte County
(La Porte, IN) - La Porte County now has a life-saving app that could turn ordinary people into heroes. It’s called Pulse Point. As first responders are notified of a medical emergency, Pulse Point alerts subscribers to any nearby medical emergency as it’s happening and lets them know where the nearest AED is located. Pulse Point spokesperson Shannon Smith says the alert can help shave precious seconds off response times: “The goal is really to engage the community in cardiac arrest response.”
Area leaders call for improvements to U.S. 30
Several state representatives, mayors, city officials and business leaders gathered Wednesday in Warsaw to discuss the safety and economic implications of not modernizing the 155-mile stretch of U.S. 30 between Fort Wayne and Valparaiso. The U.S. 30 Summit was organized by members of the U.S. 30 Coalition, an advocacy group...
Solutions Sought to Curb Parking on Sidewalks
(Michigan City, IN) - Michigan City officials are looking for a solution to vehicles parking on sidewalks. One of the problems is damage to sidewalks, especially new ones, from the weight of the vehicles. During a workshop session this week, Councilwoman Tracy Tillman advised citizens to park in their backyards...
Lifesaving Technology Now in La Porte County Via PulsePoint
PulsePoint Respond alerts CPR-trained citizens to cardiac arrest victims nearby so they may administer aid and help save lives. Today, La Porte County E-911, along with the City of La Porte HEARTSafe Community Task Force, announced the launch of PulsePoint in La Porte County. The event was held at the La Porte Municipal Airport and was highlighted by messages from Dr. Gary Wheeland, retired physician and Health Foundation of La Porte Board Member; City of La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody; La Porte County E-911 Assistant Director Matt Deckard; La Porte County EMS Administrator Eric Fenstermaker; Play for Jake Foundation founder Julie West; City of La Porte Fire Department Chief Andy Snyder; and La Porte County Council President Randy Novak. The speakers detailed the benefits of PulsePoint, a free-to-download mobile app, which 1) alerts CPR-trained citizens of cardiac events in their vicinity so they may administer aid, 2) helps build a comprehensive Automated External Defibrillator (AED) registry and 3) informs the community of emergency activity in real time.
Michigan City Chamber of Commerce Announces Ambassador of the Quarter
Michigan City Chamber of Commerce Announces Ambassador of the Quarter. Michigan City, IN –The Michigan City Chamber of Commerce (chamber) announced Jessica O’Brien as the Ambassador of the Quarter for the Second Quarter of 2024. “I believe the Chamber of Commerce is such an important part of growth and progress in my city, so I’m happy to volunteer my time to help them grow and succeed. The Chamber team is accessible and helpful, serving as a great resource and advocate for their members,” O’Brien said. The Ambassador of the Quarter is given to an individual who has shown dedication to the mission of the Michigan City Chamber of Commerce by regularly attending chamber events, connecting with members through emails, calls, in-person meetings, and referring non-members for membership.
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