Homespun Harmony action, March 25, 2014
Homespun Harmony Extension Homemakers met Tuesday, March 25, 2014, at Brentwood Assisted Living Facility in LaPorte. Following a meal, Linda Livinghouse called the meeting to order with 14 members and...
View ArticleFirst LP County Antique Show of season is Sunday
The first LaPorte County Antique Show of the 2014 season will be held Sunday, April 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine, at the LaPorte County Fairgrounds. Upcoming antique shows at the...
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Szilagyi, Espar verbally tussle over grand jury issue
EDITOR’S NOTE: LaPorte County Prosecutor Bob Szilagyi and his opponent in the May 6 Democratic Primary, John Espar, recently exchanged accusations regarding the grand jury case involving Szilagyi. In...
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READ LaPorte County seeks tutors; free training April 26
READ LaPorte County Inc. is looking for volunteer tutors for adults and children to help them increase their reading, math, English and digital literacy skills. A free tutor training will be held...
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Both Slicer boys and girls teams shine at Culver Relays
Casey Cornett soars over a hurdle during the Shuttle Hurdle Relay. A Slicer handoff in a girls relay race. Photos and info by Mike Kellems (Click on photos to enlarge) The LaPorte Slicer boys and girls...
View ArticleNora (Houston) Ford, 1919-2014
Nora Kathryn (Houston) Ford, 95, of New Port Richey, FL, and formerly of LaPorte, died Sunday, April 6, 2014, at Melech Hospice Center in Tampa, FL. She was born Jan. 26, 1919, in Indiana to Guy C. and...
View ArticleSales of “Seven Peaks – Pass of All Passes” support Junior Achievement...
Junior Achievement serving LaPorte County invites you, your place of work, friends and family to participate in the “Seven Peaks – Pass of all Passes” fundraiser, which will benefit the Junior...
View ArticleFree pancake breakfast at Wanatah church on Easter Sunday
Family Bible Church in Wanatah will host a free Community Pancake Breakfast on Easter Sunday, April 20, from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Services will take place immediately following, with classes for all ages at...
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Hippity Hoppity: Kids find goody-filled eggs at church’s hunt
Victoria Hefner, 15 months, is definitely wary of that big, fuzzy creature, as her brother, Dominic, 2, seems a little more at ease while posing with the Easter Bunny. Photos and info by Bob Wellinski...
View ArticleMoments in Time, April 14
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library April 14, 1914 – The days of winter are over. The season of 1914 springs into life in eight cities representing the National and American leagues...
View ArticleSpecial activities planned to celebrate creativity and innovation
The Center for Creative Solutions Inc. will present a program featuring the owners of a small business called “Hello Donuts” on April 16 at LaPorte County Public Library. The program begins at 6 p.m....
View ArticleSchools may apply for IU Health grants to fight childhood obesity
IU Health is offering grants to elementary schools in LaPorte and Starke counties to fight childhood obesity. Children should engage in one hour of physical activity every day, according to federal...
View ArticlePNC Enrollment Day is April 23
Purdue North Central invites prospective students to Enrollment Day on Wednesday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event welcomes current and prospective students who want to register for the...
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Paula Dyer, 1943-2014
Paula S. Dyer, 71, of LaPorte, died April 14, 2014, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Huntsville, TN, on April 12, 1943, to Doffis M. and Lilly M. (Loyd) Wright. Paula was a...
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Valuable services saved: Michiana Resources officially takes over Council on...
EDITOR’S NOTE: The LaPorte County Council on Aging, which provides vital transportation and other services to local seniors and disabled individuals, appeared doomed to closure just a few months ago...
View ArticleMoments in Time, April 15
Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library April 15, 1914 – The LaPorte Masons will formally open their new temple on Jefferson Avenue on May 7. April 15, 1964 – Sen. Barry Goldwater takes...
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Oh, for ##@@$$%&!!! sakes!
Snow accumulates Monday night on a LaPorte railing. Photo by Mike Kellems Photos by Mike Kellems and Bob Wellinski (click to enlarge) That’s it. Mother Nature just has a cruel, wicked sense of humor....
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Sherry Lilly, 1946-2014
Sherry A. Lilly, 67, of LaPorte, died unexpectedly at 10:03 p.m. Thursday, April 10, 2014, at IU Health LaPorte Hospital. She was born Dec. 7, 1946, in LaPorte to James and Betty (Goodall) Lockhart....
View ArticleElmer Janda, 1918-2014
Elmer James “Jim” Janda, 95, of LaPorte, died April 15, 2014, at Franciscan Communities Hospice, Michigan City, IN. He was born in Chicago on Sept. 11, 1918, to James V. and Emma (Mulac) Janda. Mr....
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Bring an antique for evaluation April 19
CO-OP Shoppes, 512 State St., LaPorte, will host an Antique and Collectible Evaluation Day on Saturday, April 19, for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring in small antiques, jewelry, toys, glassware and/or...
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