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October 22, 2020 · 4 CommentsA bald eagle, a pileated woodpecker … and three goofballs
Today's Headlines:
- NATION: United States accuses Iran, Russia in latest election interference
- REGION: Michigan governor doubles down on measures to fight pandemic
- STATE: Gov. Holcomb deploying Nat'l Guard to nursing homes in COVID battle
A bald eagle, a pileated woodpecker … and three goofballs
Story by Beth Boardman; photos by Bob Wellinski
In this time of necessary isolation and communication primarily by message, it’s a treat to share a fun moment with ... Continue Reading →
Today is the last day to request absentee ballot
Secretary of State Connie Lawson is reminding Hoosiers of the deadline to request an absentee ballot for the 2020 General Election. All requests must be received by the county clerk’s ... Continue Reading →
With flu season nearing, Red Cross aims to keep blood supply strong
The American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood to ensure a strong blood supply for patients as the U.S. braces for flu season while in the midst of ... Continue Reading →
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Compiled by Mary Hedge, La Porte County Public Library
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Schools of instruction for La Porte voters will be held at various places. This is important because any small error will ... Continue Reading →
Firefighters respond to garage fire in Beacon Hills
Photos by WNLP’s Bob Wellinski
Center Township Volunteer firefighters, with assistance from Scipio, Coolspring and Springfield, battled a fire in the garage ... Continue Reading →
Richard A. “Dick” Shail, 1938-2020
Richard A. “Dick” Shail, 82, of La Porte, Ind. passed away Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020 at Hamilton Grove Living and Care Options, New Carlisle, Ind.
He was born Sept. 3, 1938 ... Continue Reading →
Billy E. Dillard, 1959-2020
Billy E. Dillard, 61, of La Porte, Ind. passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020 at Aperion Care Arbors, Michigan City, Ind. with his family at his side.
He was born Jan. 6, 1959 in La Porte ... Continue Reading →
Director of “Downtown La Porte” steps down
Angela Rose, director of Downtown La Porte, has resigned to accept of a position with the city of South Bend.
“Angela Rose did a tremendous job representing the interests of Downtown ... Continue Reading →
Fifth Ward council member to step down Nov. 5
Sarah Brown, councilwoman for the city’s fifth ward, will be stepping down from her position in the coming weeks, Mayor Tom Dermody has announced.
Brown, who was elected in 2019 ... Continue Reading →
Carrie Ann Fitzhugh honored with 2020 Nursing Excellence Award
Carrie Ann Fitzhugh, RN is the recipient of the 2020 Nursing Excellence Award from Northwest Health – La Porte, hospital officials have announced.
Carrie was nominated by several ... Continue Reading →
James M. Lowe, 1925-2020
James M. Lowe, 94, of La Porte, Ind. passed away Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 at home, with his family at his side.
He was born Dec. 15, 1925 in Kimberly, Ala. to Elsie and Effey Lowe.
On ... Continue Reading →
Patricia A. Steinke, 1937-2020
Patricia A. Steinke, 83, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020 at VNA Hospice Center, Valparaiso, Ind.
She was born Aug. 26, 1937 in La Porte, Ind. to Harold and Doris (Underwood) Tennant.
Patricia ... Continue Reading →
Gold Standard Truss partners with DOC to give inmates a chance to learn manufacturing skills
Courtesy of Inside Indiana Business
A northwest Indiana company is partnering with the Indiana Department of Correction to give inmates at Westville Correctional Facility ... Continue Reading →
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