Aquatic attendance dips amid competition, weather shifts
Deep River Waterpark has experienced attendance fluctuation, as have other area pools, as entertainment options increase and weather becomes more unpredictable.
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Lake County Fair opens with new vendors, entertainers in its 174th year
The 174th annual Lake County Fair kicks off Friday with new vendors, concerts, a few booth location changes, and a moving performance during the first weekend, officials said.
Gov. Mike Braun extends Indiana’s gas tax holiday by declaring new energy emergency
Gov. Mike Braun extended the gas tax holiday in Indiana for another 30 days, with the option to extend up to 120 days, citing a new reason for the energy...
Former Portage Mayor James Snyder seeks dismissal of near decade-long case
Former Portage Mayor James Snyder wants a federal appeals court to dismiss his case stemming from his November 2016 indictment, which included a charge of obstructing the IRS.
Referendum questions on ballot for Lake, Porter schools amid new property tax law
Lake and Porter County school superintendents said referendums on the November ballot are required to maintain operations.
Indiana state senator Chris Garten announces run for leadership position
Indiana State Senator Chris Garten will run for president pro tempore of the state senate after State Senator Rodric Bray announced Friday he won’t seek reelection in the leadership role...
Nonprofits struggling with storm damage
Amid the summer storms that have hit Northwest Indiana, most recently on Monday, nonprofits like the Humane Indiana Wildlife and Haven House have been dealing with power outages, fallen trees...
Indiana Historical Society ends sponsorship of National History Day contest
Facing budget cuts, the Indiana Historical Society ended its financial support of the National History Day contests in the state, which around 5,000 students participate in annually.
Indiana Senate President Bray won’t seek re-election to leadership post
Indiana Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray announced Friday he won’t seek reelection to serve as Senate leader amid ongoing acrimony by Republicans who blame Bray for the failure of...
NWI survey aims to create report card for disabled and senior citizens
Everybody Counts will be launching a survey and community forums to create a Northwest Indiana report card for accessibility for people with disabilities and senior citizens.