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Heat builds to end August with 90s possible
MISHAWAKA, Ind. -- We are cool and comfortable right now, but that is set to change soon. Enjoy the pleasant conditions right now because the heat and humidity are going to build heading into the weekend and early next week. We will likely hit 90 degrees at least once or...
New Indiana law designed to reduce chronic absenteeism could lead to more parent prosecutions
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.This story was written by journalists at the Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism at Indiana University in partnership with Chalkbeat 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...
O'Connell softball coach steps down after six seasons at helm
Suzy Willemssen’s highly-successful tenure as the head girls softball coach at Bishop O’Connell High School has ended after six seasons. Willemssen recently stepped down from that position so she could be available to watch her daughter, Christina, play college softball in person at the University of Notre Dame. The outfielder will be a sophomore for Notre Dame this coming spring season.
Newsstand: 16 Notre Dame football players named to Senior Bowl watch list
These 16 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football players are on the watch list for the 2024 Reese's Senior Bowl. The post Newsstand: 16 Notre Dame football players named to Senior Bowl watch list appeared first on On3.
Community Leaders to Convene for Meeting on Reducing Plastic Waste in Educational Spaces
In a continued effort to foster environmental sustainability and promote plastic reduction practices within the community, local leaders, educators, and environmental advocates will gather to discuss strategies for reducing plastic waste. The meeting will take place on August 28 at 6:30pm at Valparaiso University’s Harre Union, Ballroom C. The...
Lake County, Indiana: Schererville Town Dump Closing for Upgrades Until December
Schererville, IN – The Schererville Town Dump will close from Sept. 3 until mid-December 2024 for major upgrades. The facility, located at the Schererville Public Works Department, will undergo significant renovations, including a newly constructed dump site and infrastructure improvements. These upgrades are part of Phase 2 of the Kennedy Avenue expansion.
Starke County Community Foundation in Midst of Gift VIII
Starke County Community Foundation (SCCF) is on its way to a $750,000 match in funding from the Lilly Endowment. The Foundation is participating in Lilly’s GIFT VIII. So far, more than $57,000 has been raised locally in the 2-1 matching program. Lilly Endowment will provide $750,000 if the community foundation raises $375,000 for community funds by the end of 2025. Community Funds generate flexible grant dollars, allowing the Foundation’s grant committee to assess the greatest local needs to help address. Local non-profits and charitable groups can apply for this funding all year round and the committee considers applications on a quarterly basis.
North Judson Town Council Gets Update on Park Project
The North Judson Town Council members got an update on the Town Park improvement project when they met Monday, August 19. Mike Reese from The Troyer Group said that the project should be substantially complete by mid-September. The pavilion and the playground should be complete in the next few weeks. The playground surface is really the main thing left in that part of the project.
Valparaiso Police Department Adds Three More Graduates from the School of Staff and Command at Northwestern University
The Valparaiso Police Department is pleased to announce the recent graduation of Captain Melanie Sheets, Detective Sergeant Chris Allison, and Patrol Lieutenant Jerame Simpson from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University. The officers have successfully completed the (22) week Staff and Command program. This program, which was implemented by the Center for Public Safety in 1983, has graduated over 21,000 students both nationally and internationally. Captain Sheets and Detective Sergeant Allison were students in SPSC Class #564, while Lieutenant Simpson was a student in SPSC Class #572.
Young Frankenstein comes alive at Memorial Opera House Sept. 26 – Oct. 13
The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film will leave you in stitches!. From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster new musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation – Young Frankenstein!
Valpo Football’s Tyler Eberhart ’24, ’25 MBA, is a Beacon of Servant-Leadership
From the very beginning, fifth-year student-athlete Tyler Eberhart ’24, ’25 MBA, brought a big game from his Ohio hometown to Valpo’s campus. His natural calling to leadership has transcended both field and classroom, setting him on a path of servant-leadership that will leave its mark on Valpo’s football program for years to come.
Harvey alderwoman arrested after alleged assault of City Administrator caught on video
HARVEY, Ill. - A Harvey alderwoman was arrested this week after she allegedly assaulted the City Administrator. On Aug. 14, video footage from the City of Harvey Municipal Building, located at 15320 Broadway Avenue, allegedly captured an altercation between 2nd Ward Alderwoman Colby Chapman and City Administrator Corean Davis, city officials said.
22 shot, six dead in Chicago during first three days of DNC as Democrats brag crime is down
The Chicago Police Department on Thursday reported 22 shootings and six homicide deaths during the first three days of the Democratic National Convention in the city this week.
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