GOP mayoral candidates talk economic goals
La PORTE — With the May 7 primary quickly approaching, La Porte’s mayoral candidates are offering insight into some of their planned policies.
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MCHS teacher attacked in class
MICHIGAN CITY — A Michigan City High School student was arrested after allegedly attacking a teacher last week at the school, according to police.
County tourism legend honored
WANATAH — As one of his longtime friends describes it, everything Wanatah’s Gene Shurte touches “turns to gold.”
No injuries in crash involving squad car
SCIPIO TWP. — A La Porte County sheriff’s deputy was uninjured after his squad car was struck by another vehicle early Tuesday morning, temporarily trapping him inside.
MCHS teacher attacked in class
MICHIGAN CITY – A Michigan City High School student was arrested after allegedly attacking a teacher last week at the school, according to police.
Deputy uninjured in two-vehicle crash
SCIPIO TOWNSHIP — A La Porte County sheriff’s deputy was uninjured after being struck by another driver early Tuesday morning.
Smoking ban proposed for parks
MICHIGAN CITY — All public parks and playgrounds in Michigan City – including the beach at Washington Park – could be smoke-free by summer if 5th Ward Councilwoman Sharon Carnes’ smoking ban is approved by the Common Council.
Hopping into action
La PORTE — Families flocked to the starting lines at the La Porte County Fairgrounds on Saturday morning in anticipation of the La Porte Jaycees’ annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Black Barbershop Initiative highlights health
MICHIGAN CITY – As local black men flocked to their preferred barbershops on Saturday, many were greeted inside by volunteers offering them free health screenings as part of the ninth annual Black Barbershop Initiative.
Rev. Hying: No child is ever unwanted
MICHIGAN CITY — No shame. No blame. No names.