Government

Hammond City Officials, the Department of Economic Development and Gifted Hands Academy are pleased to announce the grand opening of Gifted Hands Academy LLC (GHA). We invite you to celebrate with us on March 26, 2024 at 1pm at their new location at...

Mayor Austin Bonta is pleased to announce the Hometown Heroes Appreciation Banner Program will once again be offered to our residents. Show your support by sponsoring a personalized banner which will be displayed on the light poles along Central...

The City of Valparaiso has announced 21 new grants in the 2024 Neighborhood Improvement Grant program, providing $149,962 in funds to support neighborhood unity and community improvements, with projects including toddler playground equipment, a...

Greg Falkowski will rejoin the City of Crown Point’s leadership team as the new economic development director.  Mayor Pete Land announced the appointment during his monthly forum, Mondays with the Mayor.  “I'm excited Greg will be...

The City of Portage Utilities Department is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony of a transformative wastewater infrastructure project. This milestone event signifies the commencement of construction on a groundbreaking initiative for the...

The City of La Porte's Office of Community Development is currently seeking proposals for its Public Services Program funded through the federal Community Development Block Grant program.  Proposed projects must be able to demonstrate a clear...

To continue providing safe, reliable and uninterrupted water, sewer, stormwater and fire utilities at a competitive cost while supporting responsible growth and maintaining environmental compliance, Valparaiso City Services (VCS) has been reviewing...

April 16th - June 4th, 2024Deadline to Signup: April 9, 2024The Citizen's Police Academy was established to promote an understanding of the Hammond Police Department and its policies and procedures. In addition, the academy provides training in all...

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr announced an agreement with ShotSpotter, a leading gunshot detection technology provider, to install ShotSpotter in the City of Hammond. “I always want our police department to have the best technology at their...

As a voter, it’s important to stay up to date on local, state, and national policies that could affect your life. Every year, the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) brings together politicians who have a say in what happens in La...