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Leads on Driver in Motorcycle Chase
(La Porte, IN) - A motorcycle driver fleeing La Porte County Police at high speeds got away but strong leads that could result in obtaining his identity have developed. According to police, an officer late Thursday morning tried stopping the motorcycle for having a false or fictitious license plate in the area of U.S. 20 and Indiana 39.
No Cost Park Expansion in the Works
(La Porte County, IN) - Expansion of a La Porte County park seems on the horizon. It would involve adding more than 40 acres to Bluhm County Park near Westville along with trails and land conservation work. La Porte County Parks Superintendent Jeremy Sobecki said his department and the Indiana...
Great Value apple juice recalled due to arsenic
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Refresco Beverages US Inc has issued a voluntary recall for Great Value 8oz Apple Juice six packs due to a level of inorganic arsenic above the industry guidelines. According to the enforcement report, the products were sold in multiple states, including Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. The recalled products have a listed […]
Managing the last mosquitoes of summer
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — As the summer winds down and temperatures start to feel more like fall, many Hoosiers are enjoying the cooler weather. However, one pesky reminder that it’s still technically summer is the presence of mosquitoes. Despite the pleasant temperatures, mosquitoes are still active, and unfortunately, we may be a month or two away […]
Farm groups and legislators poised to work on high farmland property taxes in 2025
Every year, farmers like Terry Hayhurst of Terre Haute contend with operating costs and fluctuations in prices for what they grow. “Beans are down roughly about 25 percent what they were last year, and corn is down closer to 40 percent less than what it was last year,” he said. “So those two things are kind of going against one another. Even though our profitability is extremely limited, our expenses from property taxes continue to go up.”
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Indiana State Fair reports increased attendance in 2024, record sales for vendors
Despite the at-times sweltering summer heat, the Indiana State Fair saw a slight uptick in attendance this summer compared to 2023. More than 854,000 people attended the fair this year, up from 840,414 last year, according to data provided by the State Fair. (The attendance record was set in 2013, when 978,296 people...
Summer saving hottest for last in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS — We enjoyed several consecutive mornings and afternoons of pleasant air this week. But as we move forward, we're going to pay a steep price to the piper as the well-advertised hot dome settles over Central Indiana and the Ohio Valley next week. So if you're not a...
A struggling franchisee closes 25 KFC restaurants in the Midwest
EYM Group, a multi-concept operator that has closed dozens of units and placed others into bankruptcy protection, has closed more than two-dozen KFC restaurants in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. KFC confirmed local reports of the closures, including a pair of units in Indianapolis and several near Rockford and Peoria, Illinois.
Da Barn hosting ‘everything must go’ auction on Saturday
NEW.BUFFALO, Mich. (WNDU) - An avid collector of antiques is getting out of the business big time. Everything at Da Barn in New Buffalo will be sold at auction on Saturday. The list includes pinball machines, a “Daley for Mayor” yard sign, and pieces of furniture. “A lot...
Thieves steal painting off wall at Redamak’s
NEW BUFFALO, Mich. (WNDU) - Some pretty bold and brash art thieves are on the loose in New Buffalo. They pilfered an oil painting, committing a crime that can best be described as “off the wall.”. It happened last Saturday, Aug. 17, at about 8:25 p.m., at the famous...
New Indiana Law Designed To Reduce Chronic Absenteeism Could Lead To More Parent Prosecutions
INDIANA — After the death of her parents, an Indianapolis student’s attendance began to lapse — her guardians were busy, and school became a lower priority. Monarca Academy administrators talked to her guardians, and they promised she’d make it to school. But absences continued to stack up and Francisco Valdiosera, executive director of Monarca Academy, referred the case to the Department of Child and Family Services for educational neglect.
What's happening this weekend in Michiana
Here are just a few of the events and activities going on in the Michiana area this weekend. Mishawaka Parks and Recreation announced they've partnered with Big Bear Cook Offs/Northern Indiana Backyard Barbecue Series to host its first BBQ cook off, "Bags and BBQ," on Saturday at Ironworks Plaza from 1 to 4 p.m.
Purdue University Northwest sparks excitement with annual Welcome Rally tradition
As Purdue University Northwest (PNW) kicks off the new school year, it’s only right to do so in style. PNW students, faculty and staff gathered to celebrate at the annual Welcome Rallies on Wednesday, August 21 at the Westville campus and on Thursday, August 22 at the Hammond campus.
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