Casey’s Lanes defeats Kiwanis in Babe Ruth action
Casey’s Lanes rallied from an early 2-run deficit to defeat Kiwanis, 7-4, in Babe Ruth League action Thursday, May 29, at Ron Reed Field. Robbie Bachman and Gabe Silfa combined for the win, while...
View ArticleMitchell Miller, 1931-2015
Mitchell Miller, 83, of LaPorte, died Sunday, May 31, 2015, at Miller’s Health and Rehabilitation in LaPorte. He was born June 16, 1931, in Salyersville, KY, to Will and Dovie (Howard) Miller. Mitchell...
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Pet of the Day: Jim (plus a great adoption photo)
(Click on photos to enlarge) How about the smile on this guy? Jim, a beagle mix, will be darn glad to meet ya. He’s the WNLP/LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter Pet of the Day. If you’re interested in...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 1
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 1, 1915 — Herman E. Schultz was today fined $10 in the city court for keeping his saloon open on Lincoln Way after 11 o’clock. June 1, 1965 —...
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Welcome, summertime tradition: Arts in the Park returns June 3-4
Photo by Mike Kellems The Code Names band (Click on photos to enlarge) Dig out your lawn chairs, find your picnic basket, and — take heart — look forward to pleasant evenings this Wednesday and...
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Happy 100th, Elmer Sult!
Elmer with (2nd row) granddaughter Cyndi Sult Desormeaux, great-granddaughter Bailey Hutton, granddaughter Kelly Sult Hutton and daughter-in-law Sue Sult; and (3rd row) son-in-law Dr. Andy Serafin,...
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2nd annual Swanson center arts & crafts show is June 6
A scene from last year’s show. (Photo provided) The 2nd annual arts & crafts show to benefit the Swanson Activity Center for Older Adults will be held in the center’s parking lot, 910 State St., on...
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Annual LPHS Sports Awards presented
Photos by Mike Kellems (click to enlarge) Outstanding Slicer athletes were recognized May 25, 2015. Pictured from left are: Michael Varda, Bailey Rogers, Kat Shuble, Owen Strieter, Charles Salary, and...
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Albert Meece, 1947-2015
Albert E. Meece, 68, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 7:40 a.m. Friday, May 29, 2015, at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Michigan City, IN. He was born April 7, 1947, in Michigan City to James E. and...
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Kingsford Heights, Crichfield 3rd graders master the art and fun of reading
Kingsford Heights champion readers. Crichfield champion readers. Story and photos provided by teacher Erin Parker Crichfield and Kingsford Heights elementary schools achieved a 100% pass rate on the...
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LaPorte native Dr. Laurel Mueller applauded for her service to those in need
EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Laurel Mueller, a LaPorte native and 1976 LaPorte High School graduate, recently received the Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association’s 2015 Humanitarian Award. Mueller, of Sedona,...
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LaPorte’s outdoor Friday Night at the Movies opens season June 5 with “UP”
On Friday, June 5, bring your chairs and blankets to the parking lot at State and Monroe for the 2015 season kickoff of Friday Night at the Movies. This family-friendly free event will feature as its...
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Pet of the Day: Spike (plus a great adoption photo)
(Click on photos to enlarge) WNLP and the LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter present the Pet of the Day, Spike! This sleek, bright-eyed fella is a domestic shorthair. If you’re interested in adopting...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 2
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 2, 1915 — Over 100 ladies of Elks attending the Michigan City Convention came here in 20 gayly decorated automobiles. It was a most inspiring...
View ArticleEdsel “Buck” Horn, 1933-2015
Mr. Edsel “Buck” F. Horn, 82, of Michigan City, IN, died Monday, June 1, 2015, at his home. He was born Feb. 12, 1933, in Hopper, Arkansas, to Ted and Lottie (Holifield) Horn. Buck had worked for 43...
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Cora Metcalf, 1915-2015
Cora Bailey Metcalf, 99, of Whiteland, IN, and formerly of LaPorte, died Sunday, May 31, 2015, at Franklin United Methodist Community in Franklin, IN. She was born Dec. 13, 1915, in Starke County, IN,...
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JoAnn Phillips, 1942-2015
JoAnn P. Phillips, 73, of LaPorte, died peacefully at 1:25 a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015, at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Michigan City, IN. She was born Feb. 5, 1942, in St. Louis, MO, to Glenn...
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Hospital to offer free skin cancer screenings June 9
It’s sun season and a good time to think about the damage sun or tanning beds may have done to your skin. IU Health LaPorte Hospital invites community members to have a free skin cancer screening June...
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Pet of the Day: Molly
(Click on photo to enlarge) WNLP and the LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter present the Pet of the Day, Molly! This lovely lady is a Labrador mix. If you’re interested in adopting Molly or any other...
View ArticleMoments in Time, June 3
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library June 3, 1915 — The Rumely Hotel will be the headquarters for the Catholic Foresters of Indiana coming here next week. June 3, 1965 — Peter Scott...
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