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Indiana American Water Donates Two Dump Trucks to City of Gary for Public Works
Indiana American Water gives back to the people of Gary creating safer roads for all. Indiana American Water, one of the state's leading providers of water and wastewater services, has announced its donation of two dump trucks to the City of Gary. The trucks can be used for any application the city sees fit but will be instrumental in supporting the city's snow removal efforts, particularly during the winter months when efficient snow plowing and salting operations are crucial for maintaining safe road conditions.
American Red Cross Urges Donors To Give Blood Now
MERRILLVILLE - The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood donors are especially needed to help keep hospital shelves stocked through August. Donors remain critically needed to support the Red Cross...
Court documents released regarding woman who allegedly killed foster boy by sitting on him
Official court documents have been released regarding the arrest of a 49-year-old Valparaiso woman. Documents say a 10-year-old foster child, Dakota Stephens, was found unconscious after police responded to a Valparaiso residence regarding the boy not breathing. 49-year-old Jennifer Lee Wilson told police that Stephens was her son who had...
St. John’s Earns Sixth-Straight ITA All-Academic Team Award
TEMPE, ARIZ. (July 23, 2024) – The St. John's women's tennis program has received. recognition as an Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) All-Academic Team for the sixth-straight year, the organization announced on Monday. Additionally, all eight members of the team were named ITA Scholar Athletes. Alicia Gomez, Arina Gumerova, Camila...
‘Little Library' in NW Indiana blown up by fireworks, suspects sought
Police in Highland, Indiana, were asking for the public's assistance in locating the individuals who blew up a "Little Library" at a neighborhood park this past weekend. At around 12:24 a.m. on Saturday, police were called to Brantwood Park, where an unknown person had used a firework to blow up the "Little Library" at the corner of Lincoln Street and Woodward Avenue, the Highland Police Department said in a Facebook post.
Valpo Earns Academic Recognition From WBCA
The Valpo women’s basketball program was recognized for its strong performance in the classroom during the 2023-24 academic year on Wednesday by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). The Beacons earned Special Mention notice from the WBCA as they posted a 3.506 cumulative team GPA last year, making...
Cam Johnson Joins Valpo Baseball Staff as Assistant Coach / Recruiting Coordinator
Valparaiso University head baseball coach Brian Schmack has announced the addition of assistant coach Cam Johnson, who will serve as the program’s recruiting coordinator, hitting coach, outfield coach and top assistant. In addition, Schmack has promoted Adam Brian to a full-time assistant coaching role after he served as a volunteer assistant coach in 2024.
Valpo Baseball Garners ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award
The Valparaiso University baseball team has been recognized for its academic success by the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) as a Team Academic Excellence Award winner. This marks the sixth consecutive season that head coach Brian Schmack’s team has earned the honor. Programs coached by ABCA members that posted a...
Gary launches partnership with Notre Dame for downtown revitalization
GARY, Ind. (WNDU) -– The city of Gary Tuesday launched the first phase of its downtown revitalization project in collaboration with the Notre Dame School of Architecture’s Housing and Community Regeneration Initiative. During a joint press conference, Mayor Eddie Melton and city officials highlighted the city’s rich history and expressed their enthusiasm for this promising new partnership.
Obituary: Tena Pleoger
Tena Pleoger, nee Niehof, age 81, of Crown Point, IN, formerly of Schererville, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 22, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Orien Huizenga, late Dan Kirchman, and the late Keith Pleoger. Loving mother of Michael (Diana) Huizenga, Pam (Dave) Van Zyl, Julie (Mike) Kieft, and the late James Huizenga. Devoted grandmother of Samantha, Josh, Morgan, Bethany, Holly, Heather, Haley, Casey, Colin, Noah, and Caleb; great-grandmother of 11 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Grace (late Peter) Reitsema, Chris (Lois) Niehof, and the late Gert (late Herman) Vander Zee. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Elinus and Winnie Niehof.
Gary to partner with Notre Dame School of Architecture for new downtown master plan
The city of Gary is teaming up with the University of Notre Dame to create a new downtown master plan. Mayor Eddie Melton announced the partnership with the Notre Dame School of Architecture’s Housing and Community Regeneration Initiative during a press conference Tuesday. The vision and action plan will...
Water main break, boil advisory issued for parts of Valparaiso
The City of Valparaiso posted the following statement to its social media at 4:21 p.m. Tuesday regarding a water main break and boil advisory:. Valparaiso City Utilities crews responded to a water main break at Country Club Road. Approximately 150 customers within this service area may have experienced low water pressure or a complete interruption in water service. 𝐃𝐮𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐨𝐢𝐥 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐝 to residents and business owners along Country Club Rd, Timber Bridge, Creekside Dr, Creekside Ct, Quail Covey Rd, Quail Covey Circle, Bobwhite Circle, Pheasant Walk, Waxwing Ct, Partridge Ct and Meadowlark Drive.NOTE: If you are in doubt of where you are located geographically, follow the precautionary boil advisory. Please see the map for affected areas that are highlighted in yellow boxes.The water microbiology laboratory will conduct the necessary testing to assure the water passes the required bacteria testing. The boil advisory will last approximately 48 hours and may be extended if additional testing is needed.It is recommended that all cooking and drinking water be brought to a complete boil for five (5) minutes before using. Please continue to boil all cooking and drinking water until we notify you that it is no longer necessary.For further information regarding boil advisories, please call our Customer Service Center at (219) 462-6174 or visit our website under www.valparaisoutilities.org (FAQs “What should I do when a boil advisory is issued”).
Comeback Kid: Portage native throws his way back to Olympics
If you were the best basketball player in the United States, you would sign a nine-figure deal and spend the offseason cashing endorsement checks. Not so for two-time national champion discus thrower Andrew Evans. (July 23, 2024)
Donor gift to CMEC to support women entrepreneurs
Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) Commercialization and Manufacturing Excellence Center (CMEC) received a $10,000 gift from Old National Bank to support commercialization ventures for women entrepreneur clients at the center. CMEC at PNW serves as a catalyst for economic development and technological transfer by providing advanced manufacturing opportunities, fostering entrepreneurial...
Highland Speedway Results – 7/24/24
A Feature 1 (25 Laps): 1. 52-Matt Bailey[1]; 2. 24H-Mike Harrison[3]; 3. T4-Adam Tischauser[4]; 4. 78-Chad Zobrist[2]; 5. 10-Daryn Klein[5]; 6. 6K-Michael Kloos[12]; 7. 33-Devin McLean[7]; 8. 4-Jordan Suhre[8]; 9. 30-Mark Voigt[9]; 10. 11-Shannon Kuhn[14]; 11. 44-Blaze Burwell[6]; 12. 1H-Josh Heuiser[13]; 13. 17-Todd Rehg[10]; 14. 18-Jimmy Miller[11]; 15. 787-Cody Zobrist[17]; 16. 22-Dan Jacober[15]; 17. 78AZ-Ashton Zobrist[18]; 18. 16W-Tony Wolf[16]
American Capital Group, Clarion Partners to Develop 316-Unit Enso Near Seattle
LYNNWOOD, WASH. — American Capital Group and Clarion Partners have formed a joint venture to develop Enso, a 316-unit community in the Seattle suburb of Lynwood. Pacific Life Insurance Co. served as the construction lender for the project. Located at 4001 198th St. SW, Enso will offer amenities such...
Tractor Competition a Treat for Fans
Rensselaer – You probably wouldn’t think that boys and girls driving farm tractors in the early morning would draw a crowd but that is exactly what happened on Saturday, July 20 at the Jasper County Fairgrounds. The event was broken into junior and senior divisions and required a...
Light the Way lights up Downtown Chesterton
The Thomas Centennial Park in Downtown Chesterton was transformed into a worship service with a touch of county fair atmosphere on a picture-perfect summer night Friday. Hundreds from the surrounding communities passed through the park during a five-hour period for Light the Way: Night of Worship. It is the third time that the Thomas Centennial Park has served as the venue for a Light the Way event.
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