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New Durham School Board meets
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LSCO concert celebrates Beethoven
La PORTE — The La Porte Symphony Orchestra continues its 47th season on March 15 with a celebration of Beethoven’s 250th Birthday. Under the direction of the LCSO’s 5th Music Director Candidate, Wilbur Lin, the Orchestra will perform:
New LPC sheriff report finds rise in murder investigations, fall in traffic crashes
La PORTE — La Porte County Sheriff’s deputies dealt with a higher number of murders and robberies, and a lower number of traffic accidents last year, according to newly released data.
Fifth Third Bank accused of opening fake accounts
CHICAGO – A Cincinnati-based bank with branches in Michigan City and La Porte has been accused of opening accounts in customers’ names without their consent or knowledge.
Son arrested after mother found shot to death in Michigan City
MICHIGAN CITY – A Michigan City woman was shot to death early Tuesday at a south side apartment complex, and her son has been taken into custody, according to police.
Volunteers and donations sought for spring litter cleanup
La PORTE — The La Porte County Solid Waste District is asking everyone to pitch in to clean up their neighborhood, county road, or any public space.
It’s the season for chicks
Chick season is here. And if you are like me it will take every ounce of your willpower to go to any feed store and not walk out with some cute little chicks. While chicks are super adorable, they also…
Rain barrel grants offered to La Porte County school students
MICHIGAN CITY — The Center for Creative Solutions announced 10 grants available for any La Porte County area school wanting their students to decorate a rain barrel for their school.
Barker Mansion Women’s History tour is Thursday
MICHIGAN CITY — The Barker Mansion and the Michigan City Commission for Women invite the public to step back through time in the shoes of two different women during a tour at the Barker Mansion.
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LPHS Winter Guard takes first place at competition