Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Jan. 5, 1915 — Many local men work in the LaPorte ice businesses. About 285 men are employed by the Hilt and Consumers companies, who are busy with the harvest on lakes.
Jan. 5, 1965 – Vietnamese forces suffer a record 442 casualties in the 7-day battle of Binh Gia.
Jan. 5, 1990 — 75 show up to voice their concerns about the proposed Indiana and Michigan avenues historic district.
Jan. 5, 2005 — John Adams is named interim superintendent of LaPorte schools.