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July 29, 2021 · 1 CommentArlene Lighthall: New ties to the Old Country, Part I
Today's Headlines:
- SPORTS: End of a sweet era: Cubs trade fan favorite Anthony Rizzo to Yankees
- STATE: Governor urges COVID-19 vaccinations, citing Delta variant
- WORLD: International Space Station knocked off-kilter when Russian module misfires
Arlene Lighthall: New ties to the Old Country, Part I
WNLP editor’s note: Here’s another chapter from the memoirs of La Porte native Arlene (Ahlgrim) Lighthall. Arlene, who now lives in Del Mar, Calif., grew up in La Porte. ... Continue Reading →
La Porte County regresses to Yellow status in state COVID-19 cases
As of this week, La Porte County has worsened to Yellow status regarding COVID-19 cases, joining many other areas in the state and nation facing new surges because of the Delta ... Continue Reading →
Street closings, parking areas listed for LP LakeFest
Street closings and parking lots have been announced for the City of La Porte’s first LakeFest this Friday, July 30, through Sunday, Aug. 1.
Festivities will be held at ... Continue Reading →
July 29
Compiled by Mary Hedge, La Porte County Public Library
1921
There were contests, races, ball games, dancing, and a band concert at the grocers’, butchers’ and bakers’ and ... Continue Reading →
Michael “Mike” Howell, 1948-2021 (service information added)
On Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021, Michael “Mike” Howell passed away peacefully at the age of 72.
Mike was born Oct. 9, 1948, in Mill Creek, Ind., to Lloyd and Ruth Howell.
Growing ... Continue Reading →
Great Shot: petunias at sunset
Ann Fraze took this colorful sunset photo in Westville with petunia blooms in the foreground. Email your Great Shots to wnlp@whatsnewlaporte.com. Please include the photographer’s ... Continue Reading →
Teen Beach Night is Friday at Stone Lake
Teens are invited to hang out on Stone Lake Beach from 6 to 9 p.m. this Friday during Teen Beach Night, part of La Porte’s LakeFest.
Free pizza, live music by George Matthew, ... Continue Reading →
State law enforcement academy training halted because of COVID-19 surge
Officials at the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy in Plainfield announced Wednesday, July 28, that “Due to a significant outbreak of COVID-19 among students, the Law Enforcement ... Continue Reading →
Mark your calendars: Celebrate Riley’s 100th at Sept. 2 open house
The public is invited to celebrate the 100th birthday of Riley Elementary School at an open house Thursday, Sept. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the school, 516 Weller Ave.
If you are ... Continue Reading →
Glenview, Parkview avenues to be closed for street work
The City of La Porte announces that street milling will begin on Phase 2 of the Monroe Manor project Thursday, July 29. This will affect Glenview Avenue and Parkview Avenue.
Please ... Continue Reading →
Tryouts for 2022 Maple City Baseball teams are Aug. 7
Tryouts for 2022 Maple City Baseball teams take place Saturday, Aug. 7, at Kesling Park. Ages 9-12 meet from 2-3:30 p.m., followed by ages 13-14 from 3:30-5 p.m. (Ages are as ... Continue Reading →
MC Chamber Music Festival to present free concert Aug. 12
Michigan City Chamber Music Festival will present a free concert, “Rosza & Beethoven,” on Thursday, Aug. 12, at First Presbyterian Church, 121 W. 9th St., Michigan ... Continue Reading →
Wellinski’s wanderings: a little cool bark on a hot day
Our guess is this little thing was just taking a break in the shade, but WNLP’s Bob Wellinski insists that this squirrel was posing. “I know I’m on vacation, ... Continue Reading →
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