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Unity Foundation Invites Grant Applications from Local Organizations
LA PORTE COUNTY, IN — Unity Foundation of La Porte County is now accepting online applications for its 2025 “Power for Good” Community Grants. The application will remain open until 4:59 p.m. on Friday, July 11. Nonprofit organizations and other eligible groups may apply for up to $5,000 to support innovative projects that enhance quality of life and strengthen La Porte County. Fundable projects may address unmet community needs, encourage collaboration, or help attract additional funding or resources.
New ALICE Data Reveals Ongoing Financial Struggles for Nearly Half of La Porte County Households
La Porte County, IN – United Way of La Porte County today released new data from the 2025 ALICE Report (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed), revealing persistent financial hardship among working households across our region. The data show that nearly 48% of La Porte County households are either below the Federal Poverty Level or qualify as ALICE, individuals and families who earn above the poverty level but still cannot afford the basics. “This report is a wake-up call and a reaffirmation of what
Northwest Health Offers Support Groups for the General Public
La Porte, IN – Northwest Health is pleased to offer support groups for individuals with diabetes and those seeking to lose weight. All are open to the general public. Diabetes Support Group in La Porte The Diabetes Support Group provides a place to share ideas, experiences, and challenges related for those with diabetes, as well as their support team. The group meets from 11 a.m. – Noon, the fourth Monday of the month in the Lilly Lake Conference Room, at Northwest Health – La Porte, 1331 State Street in
Immediate Movers & Storage Provides Support to Habitat For Humanity in La Porte County
La Porte, Indiana — January 16, 2025 — Immediate Movers & Storage is pleased to announce its partnership with Habitat for Humanity. This collaboration reflects a shared dedication to supporting our community by providing affordable housing. "At Immediate Movers & Storage, we understand the importance of a smooth transition into a new home. We are honored to make a contribution to Habitat for Humanity by providing much needed storage space to house essential supplies required to fulfill their mission: to
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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
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
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 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,
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