Collaboration and communication are the keys to success. No one knows that better than Porter County Board President Jim Biggs. Using his lifelong expertise on public safety to support his community, Biggs and other local officials are doing...
On Monday evening, Hammond celebrated Independence Day by welcoming 47 new U.S. citizens from 25 different countries at their annual Naturalization Ceremony. Organized by the League of Women Voters in collaboration with the City of Hammond and...
United States Representative Rudy Yakym has deep roots within both Indiana and St. Joseph County. His great-grandfather immigrated to Indiana from Eastern Europe on the eve of World War I, ultimately landing in South Bend. Since then, the Yakyms have...
Cheryl Lutey has been named Chief Human Resources Officer for the City of Valparaiso, announced Mayor Matt Murphy. Lutey brings over 39 years of human resource management experience, most recently as a regional human resource director. Lutey has also...
The City of Valparaiso has named Max Rehlander as Interim Engineering Director and Bill Laird as Interim Chief Deputy Engineer, announced Mayor Matt Murphy. “Both Max and Bill have demonstrated their excellence and engineering expertise...
Work on Canadian National railroad crossings continues in Valparaiso, requiring short-term closures and detours as upgrades continue. “We continue to work closely with Canadian National to facilitate projects that improve crossings for...
Admirers of the historic Civic Auditorium will have the opportunity to purchase a piece of it to own forever, according Civic & Events Director Brett Binversie. The Civic's antique seating sections will be available for sale through an online...
After months of intensive discussion, yesterday marked the City of La Porte's deadline with regards to the annexation of the 39 North Conservancy District, according to Mayor Tom Dermody. The city is committed to its strategy and plan for the future,...
To further promote neighborhood engagement, the City of Valparaiso is hosting a Neighborhood Workshop on Wednesday, June 14, 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Valparaiso City Hall, 166 Lincolnway. Neighborhood Workshops provide an opportunity for neighborhood...
Each school year, Valparaiso Mayor Matt Murphy puts together a Youth Council composed of students entering 11th grade. These students represent the city’s youth, build leadership skills, interact with local elected and appointed city officials, and...
