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Public Safety Alerts

• ⚡ Severe Thunderstorm Warning: The National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Lake County including...

Thrilling launch of the South Shore Line's 8-mile Monon Corridor spur from Hammond Gateway to Munster/Dyer, with new stops at South Hammond and...

Vibrant trend in Portage Township Schools: celebrating achievements and engaging the community.

• Fegely Middle names students Ultimate Warriors...

Portage families, mark your calendars: Portage Township Schools has a Synchronous E-Learning Day on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Students attend classes online, following their regular schedule virtually – applies to all district schools.

Urgent Alert: NWS Chicago issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Lake County including Portage until 10:45 AM CDT. Storm moving east at 45 mph from...

Portage Township Trustee launches Spring Cleaning in April to ease laundry costs for assisted residents:

• Gift cards to Burton's Laundry cover growing expenses
• Families face $50+ monthly laundry bills
  Vital help amid rising household costs.

Portage girl's father urges judge to reject plea deal entered Wednesday by former Fegely Middle School teacher Bryan Tyman, accused in sex abuse case. Hearing in Valparaiso highlights ongoing school safety concerns for local families.

Portage Government Updates

• 🔥 Council Briefing Video Available: The March 30, 2026 Portage City Council Briefing YouTube video (51:30 duration)...

Portage's Saylor Elementary buzzed with school spirit during themed Spirit Week.

Key highlights:

• Themed days emphasized creativity and pride for...

Trend alert for Portage commuters: Active hiring in education (Porter County) and hospitality (Lake County) offers flexible roles.

• Porter ed jobs:...

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Portage's July 4 parade – perfect for locals, groups, and businesses!

• Parade: Sat, July 4 at 10 a.m.; lineup...

Key upgrade for regional EV drivers, especially on US 31 near Portage:

• 10 new 240kW fast chargers at three sites: JJ’s Travel Plaza (US 31), Beef...

Quick recap of yesterday's 51:30 briefing video (24 views):

• Agenda highlights: Minutes approval, President's Report, preview of City Council actions...

Private equity scrutiny intensifies on NIPSCO rate hikes hitting Northern Indiana:

• Non-profit accuses Blackstone's 20% stake of driving quick rate...

Porter County Public Library invites residents to Silver Sneakers at Hebron and Kouts branches, encouraging fitness and community connections for older adults. Check each branch for schedules and details.

Severe Weather Alert

• 🔥 Tuesday Night Storm Corridor: A developing storm system expected Tuesday evening into early Wednesday brings 60 mph...

Northwest Indiana briefs from Chicago Tribune's Portage page:

• Entertainment: 'Indiana Jones' marks 45 years with Chicago Philharmonic movie...

• Northern Indiana under Level 1 severe risk: storms possible but less intense
• Key threats: 60 mph wind gusts downing trees/power lines, hail >1...

Opportunity Enterprises boosts Northwest Indiana's I/DD services with two leaders in INARF Leadership Academy Class of 2026:

• Melinda Mote (Quality...

Porter County advances sustainable waste management by seeking contractors for grinding/hauling organic brush/wood from four sites, one in Portage at...