Purdue University Northwest Plans Annual Day of Giving on April 24
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. – Purdue University Northwest (PNW) invites the community to support students during the 11th annual PNW Day of Giving 24-hour fundraiser on Wednesday, April 24. PNW Day of Giving is the university’s most successful campaign supporting student scholarships, academic and athletic programs, and resources that benefit PNW students. Donors are encouraged to save the date and visit dayofgiving.pnw.edu on April 24 to make a gift of their choice to PNW and help expand the many
Patrick Mac Carthaigh, A.A.E., ACE Earns Professional Airport Accreditation
South Bend, IN. – South Bend International Airport (SBN) Vice President of Operations Patrick Mac Carthaigh, A.A.E., ACE, has been awarded the distinction of Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) by the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE).To qualify for his distinction, Mac Carthaigh had to successfully complete three phases of the accreditation process: (1) pass an 180-item multiple choice examination, (2) fulfill a writing requirement, and (3) demonstrate, in a final interview by a panel of
Horizon Bank Welcomes Jana Ledbetter as Mortgage Loan Originator
Michigan City, Indiana – Mary Kay Gaboyan, VP, Mortgage Loan Sales Manager, is pleased to announce Jana Ledbetter as Mortgage Loan Originator at our Valparaiso – Lincolnway location. Jana has an impressive 25 years of experience in the financial industry, specializing in mortgage lending. Jana’s diverse background encompasses expertise in compliance, operations, servicing, secondary market execution, and software management. Jana will be collaborating with the local real estate community, assisting
CLH Building Talent Pipeline Early With Michigan City Students
Michigan City, IN – 4/1/2024 – Northwest Indiana accounting firm CLH, CPAs & Consultants isn’t wasting a single opportunity to build its talent pipeline and is starting its outreach efforts early. At a recent career expo event hosted by Michigan City Area Schools, CLH was actively engaged with students as young as 6th grade. Their goal was to show the students that high-quality careers in accounting are a promising option for their futures and they don’t have to fit a mold to find a rewarding career in the
Anthony Lara Promoted to Estimating Manager
(La Porte, Ind.) – Larson-Danielson Construction is pleased to announce the promotion of Anthony Lara to the position of Estimating Manager at Larson-Danielson. After joining our team in 2020, Lara has consistently demonstrated his exceptional skills as an estimator. His thoughtful collaboration and data-driven approach have brought significant improvements to our estimating processes. “Anthony has proven to be an exceptional estimator with an appreciation for thoughtful collaboration and takes a data
2024-2025 Season Announcement
La Porte, April 5, 2024 - The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is excited to announce the 2024-2025 concert season, which will mark the ensemble's 52nd season and the fourth season under the direction of Dr. Carolyn Watson. The season begins on September 14, 2024 with the 19th annual Hoosier Star vocal competition and fundraiser. This popular event features five youth and five adult finalists, who will perform a song with the orchestra and vie for the title Hoosier Star 2024. Audience members can vote
Purdue University Northwest Announces Faculty Member Promotions
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Five Purdue University Northwest (PNW) faculty members received approval today (April 5) by the Purdue University Board of Trustees for academic promotions starting in the 2024-25 academic year. The faculty members’ promotions are effective Aug. 12. Academic tenure is acquired on promotion to the rank of associate professor. Candidates promoted to this level have demonstrated a record of accomplishment as a faculty member and show promise of continued professional growth
New Exhibit at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
Learn about Rolling Prairie in the third of our 'Towns of La Porte County Pop-Up' exhibits. Highlights include influential residents, long time businesses, and the fascinating history of the town itself. This exhibit will be on display until April 30.We are also offering free admission to all Rolling Prairie Residents on Saturday, April 13! See the new exhibit and stay for a guided tour at 2pm!
City of La Porte, RENOLIT Invite Public to Celebrate Earth Day
La PORTE, IN (Apr. 1, 2024) - Residents are invited to give back to both our parks and planet this Earth Day, according to Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber. In partnership with American RENOLIT, the City of La Porte will be hosting an Earth Day Celebration from 8-10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23 at Fox Memorial Park. The festivities will include a ceremonial tree planting, park cleanup efforts and native wildflower planting, Schreiber said this is a great opportunity for residents to get their hands dirty
City of La Porte Firefighters to Host Third Annual Pancake Breakfast this Month
La PORTE, IN (Apr. 2, 2024) - Residents are once again invited to enjoy breakfast while supporting a good cause, according to La Porte Fire Chief Andy Snyder. For its third year in a row, the City of La Porte Fire Department will host their annual pancake breakfast from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, April 20 at Fire Station 1. Tickets include all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage and eggs, as well as an entry into their $100 cash giveaway. Snyder said the department will also be selling $1 raffle tickets for a wide
Flip for Flapjacks and Support Local Youth Programs with the Kiwanis Club of La Porte
La Porte, IN – The Kiwanis Club of La Porte will fire up the griddles at the La Porte Armory, 2391 State Road 2, for the return of their popular All-You-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast to raise money for youth programs right here in La Porte County. In its 103rd year, the Kiwanis Club of La Porte will offer pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and juice for an optional donation from 7:30 – 11:30 a.m. on April 14th. “We know kids need Kiwanis, in our community and around the world,” said Mike Riehle, Event
La Porte Physician Using Robotic-Assisted Biopsy Procedure for Early Detection of Lung Cancer
Valparaiso –Dr. Marvi Bikak, pulmonologist with Northwest Medical Group has begun using a new robotic-assisted lung procedure, an addition to Northwest Health’s comprehensive suite of advanced medical procedures for lung conditions. This innovative technology represents a significant milestone in the early detection and treatment of lung cancer, offering patients a minimally invasive approach to obtaining precise diagnostic information. Robotic-assisted lung biopsies combine the expertise of Dr. Bikak and
April Events & Exhibits at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
Rolling Prairie History Pop-UpLearn about Rolling Prairie in the third of our 'Towns of La Porte County Pop-Up' exhibits. Highlights include influential residents, long time businesses, and the fascinating history of the town itself. This exhibit will be on display from April 2 to April 30. Rolling Prairie Free Admission DayAll Rolling Prairie residents will receive Free Admission to the Museum on Saturday, April 13! Come see the Rolling Prairie Pop-Up exhibit to learn more about your town! Spring Artisan
Schedule For Fourth Annual LakeFest Announced
La PORTE, IN (Mar. 27, 2024) - The LakeFest planning committee today released the festival's schedule of events for its fourth annual season, according to Park Superintendent, Mark Schreiber. Back again at La Porte's Stone, Pine and Clear likes July 26-28, LakeFest will feature watersports, music, art and food, all while showcasing the city's parks and lakes. Schreiber said some changes and additions to this year's lineup should offer an exciting shakeup for visitors of all ages. "As LakeFest continues to
Northwest Health Shares Annual Community Benefit Report
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health has released its annual community benefit report, outlining the contributions it made to the health of its patients and the impact on the region’s economy last year. Over the course of 2023, Northwest Health shared that the organization provided care at 933,400 patient encounters across its three hospitals, Northwest Medical Group and other sites of care. As a major employer and tax-payer, the report shows the organization was a significant contributor to the economic
La Porte to Begin Servicing 39 North Following Successful Annexation
La Porte, IN (Mar. 25, 2024) - Residents and business owners of 39 North can expect to see City service vehicles in and around the neighborhood very soon, according to La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody. The city's annexation of the 39 North Conservancy District took effect on Monday, March 11, 2024, following several years of studies and negotiations. Per state statute, the City has one year from the effective date to provide non-capital services. However, Dermody said services such as police and fire coverage,
Make A Difference - Volunteer at Reins of Life Therapeutic Riding Center
Reins of Life Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center is growing and needs more volunteers! Their mission is to improve the quality of life for children and adults through equine-assisted services and activities. Whether you assist a rider during their riding or carriage driving lesson, do classroom activities with local special education students, take a pony to a local nursing home, or feed the herd, volunteering at Reins of Life is a great thing to do with your time. Here are some testimonials from their
New York Blower Announces Investment in New Office Building and Greenspace
La Porte, IN – New York Blower today announced plans for a $5,000,000 capital investment in a new office building and greenspace at their current location at 171 Factory Street. New York Blower opened in Chicago as a humble sheet-metal shop in 1889 and opened their first plant in La Porte in 1919. Since then, the La Porte facilities have expanded over nine times. Currently consisting of three plants and over 205 employees, it is the central location for manufacturing, engineering, and quality. According
Lubeznik Center for the Arts Hosts Artist Talk with Exhibiting Artists Shirley Guay, Rosalie Koldan & Kelly Daisy
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) is hosting an Artist Talk with exhibitors Shirley Guay, Rosalie Koldan and Kelly Daisy. Learn all about the work in their exhibits on April 7, 2024 at 1 PM Central in LCA's NIPSCO Art Education Studios. Collaboration by Shirley Guay and Rosalie Koldan consists of paintings and assemblages, and Collective Perception features paintings by Kelly Daisy.Visual artist Shirley Guay was born in Chicago. After having travelled the United States, she now
2024 Annual Spring Artisan Fair at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
The La Porte County Historical Society Museum will be hosting its annual Spring Artisan Fair on Sunday, April 14! From 10:00 to 3:30, over 20 artisans will be at the Museum selling their unique pieces. Admission to the Museum will be by donation that day. You don’t want to miss this fantastic assortment of goods made by local artisans! The La Porte County Draft Horse Association will also be putting on their annual Plow Day that day! Come see the field between the Museum and the Door Prairie barn plowed the
City of La Porte Announces Plans for $12M Residential Development
La PORTE, IN (December 4th, 2023) – The City of La Porte in conjunction with residential developer Park Street Community, LLC, today announced plans for a $12 million capital investment in townhomes and single-family homes on the City’s east side. Based out of Indiana, Park Street Community LLC will develop 34 acres adjacent to the Thomas Rose Industrial Park that were recently annexed into the city limits of La Porte. Park Street Community LLC plans to build 118 townhomes and 19 single family homes on the
G. M. Fedorchak & Associates Architects & Developers Hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Residential Development
La Porte, IN – G.M. Fedorchak & Associates, La Porte-based architects & developers held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the East Shore Preserve Townhomes, a new residential development on McClung Road in La Porte, on April 5th at 169 McClung Road, Unit 302 from 4-5 p.m. CDT with the ribbon cutting officially taking place at 4:15 p.m. CDT followed by tours of the development.“Increasing options for residential housing continues to be a priority for our city,” said 1st Ward City Councilwoman Julie
La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership Announces Adult Certification Program for Welding
La Porte, IN – The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership in conjunction with Ivy Tech Community College and New York Blower are pleased to announce a new program launching in La Porte this fall. This project is a true collaboration of efforts between numerous partners such as the La Porte Community School Corporation, Center of Workforce Innovations and the City of La Porte. Over the past three years, LEAP’s Workforce Taskforce, working closely with our employer partners and stakeholders, have
Tubekraft USA Announces Plans to Build in the City of La Porte
LA PORTE, Ind. (May 16th, 2022) – Tubekraft USA announced plans to build a new plant in the City of La Porte in conjunction with Mayor Tom Dermody and the La Porte City Council at Monday’s Meeting. “In the City of La Porte, we have made it our priority to attract high-wage, quality job opportunities that bring value to our community,” Mayor Dermody said. “With an average wage of $25 an hour, the positions that TubeKraft is creating in our city will undoubtedly have an impact. We are grateful to them for
U.S. Chamber Awards the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership with 5-Star Accreditation
La Porte, IN – The United States Chamber of Commerce, at its board meeting this week, awarded the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership with 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. “Accredited chambers are organizations that hold themselves to the highest industry standards. They are recognized for their work to create and expand business opportunities in their communities” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, U.S. Chamber vice
Quincy Development Begins Construction in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park
Quincy Development begins Construction in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park Quincy Associates Industrial Development has broken ground in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park in La Porte, Indiana. This speculative development will begin with the construction of a 150,000 square foot building that can house either one or multiple tenants. The building is designed to be expandable to 300,000 square feet if so desired. The 23-acre property is located in the heart of the Thomas Rose Industrial Park along the new
Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
May 11th, 2020—Rural King, America’s Farm and Home Store, has announced plans to open in La Porte, Indiana by March 2021. The new store will open in Maple Lane Mall, 1340 West State Road 2. Significant renovations to the 221,000 sq. ft. structure are scheduled to begin in early spring. Although other tenants are not identified at this time, renovations to additional tenant spaces will be completed as a part of this project. La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody said, the rehabilitation and renovation of this area will
Downtown La Porte Gets Community Treatment with Help of La Porte County Family YMCA & LEAP
The City of La Porte and the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) have been working to revamp the downtown district and have partnered with the La Porte County Family YMCA to make it happen. Recently, local businesses began making improvements and investing in their property, so it only made sense for the YMCA and LEAP to get out and start beautifying the city with the help of the community. Groups headed out from the 618 Plaza to surrounding blocks to paint, pick up trash, sweep, rake, pull
21st Annual Sunflower Fair in Downtown La Porte
The Sunflower Fair celebrates its twenty-first year in the heart of Downtown La Porte on Saturday, Sept. 21. The festival that celebrates community and creativity will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will last until 4:00 p.m. This unique festival is situated along beautiful Michigan Avenue between Lincolnway and Noble Street. With over 130 craft and specialty vendors, the Sunflower Fair is one of the largest area festivals. Attendees can eat delicious food from a variety of non-profit organizations and local
La Porte Farmer's Market Announces New Managers
The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) is excited to announce that they have been selected to manage the La Porte Farmer’s Market for the 2020 season. LEAP is the organization formed through the partnership between the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce and the Greater La Porte Economic Development Corporation earlier this year. “We are very excited the La Porte Urban Enterprise Association (LPUEA) has chosen LEAP to coordinate the market. The Farmer’s Market is a tremendous initiative
La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
Today, the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership and the Heart of Sullivan Main Street organizations as recipients of the INspire Idea competition at the Great Lakes Regional Main Street Conference. “It was exciting to see the creative ideas that came out of our Main Street organizations," said Jodi Golden, Executive Director of OCRA. "These projects demonstrated a definite need, but will also improve quality of life for residents and
Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
Flaherty & Collins Properties has announced The Strand, a $35M mixed-use development, will start construction next month. The City of La Porte Redevelopment Commission selected Flaherty & Collins Properties last year to build a 200-unit multifamily development in the heart of the City’s NewPorte Landing redevelopment project. “The City of La Porte is very excited to be partnering with Flaherty & Collins through this development, said Mayor Mark Krentz. “Flaherty & Collins Properties has a long history of
INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced five Indiana Main Street organizations as finalists for the INspire Idea competition. “I am excited to see what these five organizations present at the conference in the coming months,” Crouch said. “It is always inspiring to see the original ideas communities come up with to highlight the uniqueness of their area.” The goal of the competition is to encourage the Indiana Main Street network of communities and
GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte's Competitive Advantage
In an effort to build a high-functioning, multi-faceted economic development and business support center, the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Greater La Porte Economic Development (GLEDC) Board of Directors agreed recently to combine expertise under one umbrella and form a new alliance. The new alliance will continue to operate chamber of commerce and economic development functions independently with oversight from the two boards of directors, but will share staff,