FAIR OAKS — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority are seeking nominations for outstanding individuals in the community who exemplify excellence, integrity and commitment, just like the Airmen serving throughout the nation. The awardee of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Hometown Heroes Program will receive an orientation flight […]

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Pence today joined fellow governors from the Midwestern Governors Association in signing a letter to President Barack Obama requesting immediate assistance to address the current propane supply shortage across the Midwest. The letter calls on the entire Administration, including the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Department of Transportation, the Federal

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Mike Pence commended Michigan Governor Rick Snyder and the Michigan State Police in a letter for their assistance during last week’s tragic accident on I-94 in Michigan City, Indiana. In the letter, the Governor writes, “The definition of a good neighbor is someone who comes alongside you in your time of need.

WEST LAFAYETTE — The Beatles’ American debut on “The Ed Sullivan Show” 50 years ago not only was the beginning of the 1960s cultural revolution, but also an iconic moment that brought Baby Boomers together, says a Purdue University historian. “The Sullivan show provided something of a ground-zero for a gathering of a generation who

WEST LAFAYETTE — If you’re hoping for an early end to winter, keep on dreaming. The bitterly cold temperatures and frequent snow showers of the past two months will continue through February, the Indiana State Climate Office says. February temperatures in Indiana will be colder than normal but may reach highs in the 40s with

LA PORTE – In honor of National Heart Month this February, Indiana University Health offers a variety of activities for the public. * Women’s Heart Support Group – Thursday, Feb. 13 at 6:30 pm at the IU Health La Porte Heart & Vascular Center, 901 Lincolnway: Interventional Cardiologist Dr. Rishi Sukhija will present helpful and

Methodist Hospital’s will be offering a health education series for women called Healthy Night out with the Girls.  It will be held on Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at the Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center located at the Southlake Campus, Pavilion A at 101 E. 87th. Avenue, Second Floor, in Merrillville. Dates and topics are as

HOBART — The public is invited to attend the 10th annual Hearts of Hope tree lighting ceremony Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 4 pm in the West Lobby of St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. Guest speaker Raymond Perry, 31, of Crown Point, will share his personal story and illuminate the heart-decorated tree with lights that shine