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You love this barn — now put it on canvas
Whether you’re an accomplished artist or you’ve never held a paintbrush in your life, this fun opportunity is for you. Register now to come to the LaPorte County Historical Society Museum on Saturday,...
View ArticleMoments in Time, Sept. 20
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Sept. 20, 1913 – The Lake County man may escape the electric chair. The state legislature fails to provide money for the purchase of the death...
View ArticleMoments in Time, Nov. 15
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Nov. 15, 1913 – Rev. Leon G. Miles, former pastor of First Baptist Church, has resigned his pastorate to become a Christian Scientist. Nov. 15,...
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John Rogers, 1933-2013
Mr. John O. Rogers, 80, of LaPorte, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital after a short illness. He was born Jan. 11, 1933, in Boone County, IN, to Everett and Vivian (Cason)...
View ArticleVFW Ladies Auxiliary action, Nov. 6, 2013
The Hubner Swanson Ladies Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1130 met Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013. President Joanne Janisch called the meeting to order and opening services were conducted...
View ArticleCemetery and Research Association news, November 2013
The Cemetery and Research Association of LaPorte County held its bi-monthly meeting recently at the home of President Deanna West. With the motto of “We remember, search and document so they are not...
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Kenneth Brack, 1926-2013
Mr. Kenneth A. Brack, 87, of LaPorte, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at Porter Memorial Hospital in Valparaiso, IN. He was born July 16, 1926, in Newburgh, IN, to Martin S. and Eddie (Scott) Brack....
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Jessica (Ruiz) McDonald, 1973-2013
Jessica A. (Ruiz) McDonald, 40, of New Carlisle, IN, died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at IU Hospital, Indianapolis. She was born Sept. 20, 1973, in LaPorte to Jesse and Imelda (Garza) Ruiz. Jessica...
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LaPorte’s beloved giant Santa, and more, usher in the Christmas season
LaPorte Street Department workers heave-ho to erect a nearly 30-foot Christmas tree in front of the historic LaPorte depot building. The tree, from Dudeck’s Farm in Rolling Prairie, was purchased...
View ArticleMoments in Time, Nov. 16
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Nov. 16, 1913 – Because of complaints of dishonest ice dealers in many cities of the state, ice manufacturers and dealers must weigh the ice they...
View ArticleIn thrilling regional contest, New Prairie falls to East Chicago in overtime,...
The New Prairie Cougars battled into overtime against East Chicago Friday, Nov. 15, 2013, but finally lost the regional thriller, 38-37. To get the full story on the game, click on this NWI Times link:...
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Raymond Swanson, 1935-2013
Raymond E. Swanson, 78, of Michigan City, IN, died unexpectedly at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013, at Franciscan St. Anthony Health, Michigan City. He was born May 19, 1935, in Michigan City to Paul...
View ArticleMoments in Time, Nov. 20
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library Nov. 20, 1913 – The Rumely Co. stocks developed a weakness for the first time in several months, but there is no cause for alarm. Nov. 20, 1963 –...
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Presenting: Mike’s rant (bet it’s yours, too!)
A Google Earth image of Lincolnway looking east toward the troublesome Indiana Avenue intersection. By Mike Kellems I’ve been itching for some time now to write about my frustration with traffic in our...
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Hudson Lake couple facing drug charges turn themselves in
Jenny Kazen A Hudson Lake couple facing drug charges surrendered themselves at the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013. Jason Kazen Jenny Kazen, 38, is charged with possession of...
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Jim Sosinski enters race for sheriff on Democratic ticket
Chief Deputy Jim Sosinski is seeking the Democratic nomination for the office of LaPorte County sheriff. The primary election is May 6, 2014, and the general election is Nov. 4, 2014. Current Sheriff...
View ArticleYvonne “Bonnie” McKenna, 1929-2013
Yvonne M. “Bonnie” McKenna, 84, died at 5:35 p.m. EST Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, at Hamilton Communities, New Carlisle, IN. She was born Sept. 26, 1929, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Paul and Gertrude (Gardner)...
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Norman Duerr, 1932-2013
Norman K. Duerr, 81, of LaPorte, died Nov. 19, 2013, at his home. He was born in Chicago on Jan. 2, 1932, to Charles C. and Vierlyn (Clough) Duerr. Norman graduated from Senn High School in Chicago and...
View ArticleCommunity invited to family Christmas concert at St. John’s Dec. 8
On Sunday, Dec. 8, at 3 p.m., St. John’s Lutheran Church and School in LaPorte will present a family Christmas concert entitled “Be Born in Me.” The concert will take place at the church at the corner...
View ArticleTracy UMC to celebrate 45 years Nov. 24
On Sunday, Nov. 24, starting at 9 a.m., Tracy United Methodist Church will be celebrating 45 years in the current sanctuary and church building. The morning worship will be based on the original...
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