The relationship between nature and industry has not always been a peaceful one in Porter County. In the 1960s a battle raged between industrial interests on the shores of Lake Michigan and groups of passionate individuals committed to protecting at...
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Porter County Museum Welcomes “Duners”
PC Residents Have Options to Recycle Electronics
Porter County residents recycled more than 134 tons of electronics so far this year, according to the statistics provided by the Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County. “That total reflects the amount of electronics collected at...
Read MoreNASA Wife and Astronaut Husband Speak at Rittenhouse Senior Living of Portage
With two shuttle missions and a great variety of Mission Control and astronaut training between the two of them, Kenneth and Michelle Ham captivated audiences with their experiences with space, both on earth and above it. They gave a presentation at...
Read MorePCACS Annual Meeting Highlights Service to Community
During its annual meeting, Porter County Aging and Community Services celebrated another year of serving the elderly, needy and those with disabilities through various programs. According to PCACS Board President Ethan Lowe, the support of the Porter...
Read MoreI’m Sailing Away… Set an Open Course for Lake Michigan
There's nothing like a little Styx to get you in the mood for a sailing themed Actve in NWI article. We have our first water dweller. Mike Jones has been sailing for many years and he loves to do what he does best right here in the region. Read all...
Read MoreEDImpact from NIPSCO: July 2013
Entrepreneur/Innovation Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship (OSBE) Established Governor Mike Pence, joined by Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann, announced the realignment of state efforts to serve entrepreneurs and small business owners with the...
Read MoreCity of Gary Reminds Residents to Take Precautions in Warm Weather
The City of Gary has released its list of cooling centers for residents who may require relief during warm weather –related emergencies. Citizens are encouraged to stay hydrated by consuming increased amounts of water when temperatures reach above...
Read MoreGrain Threshing Display at Alton Goin Museum
A temporary display is on loan to the Alton Goin Museum, a Grain Threshing display featuring miniature people. This display includes educational photos and history of threshing, made by Don Burrus of Porter, IN. The display will be at the museum...
Read MoreHousehold Hazardous Waste Collection Event Scheduled in Portage
The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will help Porter County residents safely dispose of their old pesticides, gasoline, CFLs and other products that contain corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients by sponsoring the...
Read MoreTallian Appointed to Committee Studying Budget Recommendations
Senator appointed to serve on six interim study committees, commissions State Senator Karen Tallian (D-Portage) has been appointed to serve on the State Budget Committee this legislative interim. The committee is a bipartisan and bicameral body...
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