Portage’s growth brings warehouse club, additional retail and eateries
Construction has already begun for the new BJ’s Wholesale Club in Portage, but ground was ceremonially broken Wednesday.
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Valparaiso School Board ready to hire new superintendent
The Valparaiso School Board is in contract negotiations with a finalist to succeed Superintendent Jim McCall.
Valparaiso schools policy on cellphones is up for revision
The Valparaiso School Board Monday put a policy on cellphones on hold. A state law banning cellphone use in schools takes effect July 1.
Portage invites public input on comprehensive plan
Portage Mayor Austin Bonta promised a new comprehensive plan for Portage when he ran for office in 2023, and now that process has begun.
Portage council weighs ban on discharging weapons in city limits
Portage City Attorney Dan Bortnicki will take another shot at an ordinance that would prohibit discharging weapons in the city.
Aylesworth Elementary School students, staff bid teary farewell
Aylesworth Elementary School students and staff in Portage went through all the last lasts Wednesday.
Portage council delays action on fiscal policies, public comment
The Portage council delayed action on procedures implemented in the clerk-treasurer’s office and a new policy on public comment at meetings.
Portage Redevelopment Commission close to sale of two lots
Creating a subdivision implies turning a large lot into smaller ones. The Portage Plan Commission did the opposite on Monday. Four parcels totaling 4.33 acres were turned into two commercial...
Fellowship helping Portage’s food service director stir up program
Portage Township Schools Food Service Director Dawn Kelley had homework due on Friday. She’s one of 23 school food service professionals nationwide to have been granted a 2026 Healthy School...
Porter County Election Board debates how much help to give candidates
The Porter County Election Board pondered Thursday how much to help candidates beyond what’s legally required. Consultant Kenard Taylor, who has been treasurer for hundreds of campaigns, walked the board...