Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Aug. 12, 1914 – The first great battle of the war is believed to be in progress at Tirlemont, 25 miles west of Brussels.
Aug. 12, 1964 – All eight bunks in the LaPorte County Jail designated for juvenile detention are filled.
Aug. 12, 1989 – Handley Elementary School Principal Stephen Bayer launches a daycare program at the school.
Aug. 12, 2004 — LaPorte business Ideal Printing and the loft being renovated above it are damaged in a smoky fire.