Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
May 8, 1913 – Plans are accepted for the new home of LaPorte’s First National Bank at the corner of Main Street and Michigan Avenue.
May 8, 1963 – The vote total yesterday was the lowest since the 1951 primary.
May 8, 1988 – New LaPorte County Republican Chairman Ed Stigler looks on as resigning chairman Roger Singleton bids farewell to party loyals.
May 8, 2003 – Handley Elementary School counselor Melinda Otwinowski is named Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year.