Lazers’ Port-a-Pit fundraiser is Sept. 7
The LaPorte Lazers team’s Port-a-Pit fundraiser will be Saturday, Sept. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at All Star Auto, across from LaPorte Walmart. Nelson’s Port-A-Pit chicken will be available for $6...
View ArticleLaPorte downs Hobart, 6-1, in soccer
The LaPorte Slicers soccer team defeated Hobart, 6-1, in LaPorte on Saturday, Sept. 2. Jon Aaron scored three of LaPorte’s goals and had an assist, Bryan Ruiz scored 2 goals and had an assist, and Juan...
View ArticleRibbon cutting at Gold Clipper Pet Salon’s new location is Sept. 13
The Gold Clipper Pet Salon and Wellness Center will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new location, 112 J St., on Friday, Sept. 13. The ceremony, also hosted by the Greater LaPorte Chamber of...
View ArticleCircle of Life’s next gathering is Sept. 7
Circle of Life, a group for adults who are physically challenged, will next meet Saturday, Sept. 7, from noon to 2:30 p.m. at Presbyterian Church of LaPorte, 307 Kingsbury Ave. The gathering this month...
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Virginia Nepsha, 1936-2013
Ms. Virginia E. Nepsha, 77, of LaPorte, died Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, at Brentwood Assisted Living in LaPorte. She was born March 29, 1936, in LaPorte to John Jr. and Catherine (Laski) Nepsha. Virginia...
View ArticleDance the night away, and create stained glass, at park dept. classes
Summer is waning and it’s time to learn some new crafts and activities! The LaPorte Park and Recreation Department is offering several, including ballroom dance lessons, and stained glass making....
View ArticleMoments in Time, Sept. 3
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Sept. 3, 1913 – Cottages near a fire in dry grass at Pine Lake were saved by a bucket brigade. Sept. 3, 1963 – An earthquake in Kashmir, India,...
View ArticleCemetery & Research Association news, August 2013
The Cemetery & Research Association of LaPorte County held its bi-monthly meeting in August 2013 at the home of President Deanna West. With the motto of “We remember, search and document, so they...
View ArticleJames Day, 1937-2013
Mr. James Keith Day, 75, of LaPorte, died Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Countryside in LaPorte. He was born Dec. 13, 1937, in LaPorte to Ermel Alford Day and Elsie (Helt) Day. James...
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Mildred Garwood, 1925-2013
Mrs. Mildred B. Garwood, 88, of LaPorte, died Monday, Sept. 2, 2013, at Brentwood Assisted Living in LaPorte. She was born Jan. 14, 1925, in Knox, IN, to Orville C. and Anna (Price) Bricker. Mildred...
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Brenda Thompson, 1954-2013
Brenda K. Thompson, 59, of LaPorte, died Sept. 2, 2013, at her home. She was born in Rolling Prairie, IN, on April 10, 1954, to Leslie and Betty (Goff) Flagg. Brenda loved people and especially loved...
View ArticleJames “Jim” Friend, 1955-2013
Mr. James L. “Jim” Friend, 57, of LaPorte, died at 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2013, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital after a very brief illness. He was born Oct. 5, 1955, in Valparaiso, IN, to Charles...
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Anybody missing a tortoise?
The LaPorte County Small Animal Shelter has handled its share of unusual stray pets in recent months, including a potbellied pig and a longhorn steer. But this week brought another first: a tortoise....
View ArticleMoments in Time, Sept. 4
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Sept. 4, 1913 – The local Methodists are planning morning services distinctly for men for the next six months. Sept. 4, 1963 – White public schools...
View ArticleSign up to swim with Turbos this winter season
The LaPorte Community Swim Club (Turbos) is currently registering swimmers for the Winter 2014 season. Sign-ups will continue throughout the season to accommodate fall athletes and new swimmers. A...
View ArticleDean Runkle, 1934-2013
Mr. Dean E. Runkle, 79, of Green Valley, Arizona, and formerly of LaPorte, died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Tucson, Arizona. He was born May 30, 1934, in Rochester,...
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Police are looking for Edward Holman, considered armed and dangerous
Police are looking for Edward D. Holman, who is wanted on a warrant from LaPorte Circuit Court for criminal sexual deviate conduct, a Class A felony. Holman is considered armed and dangerous and...
View ArticleMoments in Time, Sept. 5
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Sept. 5, 1913 — Rumely OilPulls are in demand all over the world. Carloads are being shipped to the agricultural states where fall plowing is now...
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Get your tickets now for Hoosier Star 2013 on Sept. 14
Adult finalists Hoosier Star 2013, set for Saturday, Sept. 14, promises a night full of stellar performances from 12 outstanding vocalists! All will be accompanied by the Hoosier Star Orchestra,...
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Local police, officials honored for their work in DUI and drug prevention
Among those recognized for DUI enforcement were (from left) Michigan City Police Officer Kevin Urbanczyk, LaPorte Police Officer Trent Mamazza, Michigan City Police Officer Michael Oberle, Indiana...
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