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Youth Sports 2023 Registration Now Open
Get in the game! Register for Boys Baseball (ages 7-15), Girls Fastpitch Softball (ages 7-14), Girls Slowpitch Softball (ages 7-17), T-Ball (ages 5-6) and Tennis (ages 4 and older). Registrations continue at the Park and Recreation office, 250 Pine Lake Avenue, or online at www.laporteparkandrec.com For more information, visit www.laporteparkandrec.com or e-mail Recreation Director Pam Carroll at pcarroll@cityoflaportein.gov. Keeping sports fun — especially in the early stages of youth participation — is
City of La Porte Park & Recreation Department to Offer Ballroom Dancing Classes
The La Porte Park and Recreation Department is taking registrations for their Ballroom Dancing Classes. Couples only are welcome to register. Participants may register at the Park Office by calling 219-326-9600 weekdays from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Through the instruction of Patty Kolvek, owner of Dance Sophisticates, participants will learn the Waltz and Cha Cha. This six-week program will be held on Thursdays, from February 23 through March 30, at Cummings Lodge from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Deadline to register is
Celebrating Black History Month at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
For the month of February, we are celebrating Black History Month at the Museum! Come in to see the Black Biographies Exhibit and learn about the many prominent black men and women that have made La Porte County what it is today.
Pioneer Land Spinners are Back at the Museum!
On Saturday, February 11th, from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm, the spinners from PioneerLand will be spinning yarn from natural fibers at the Museum. These talented artisans usually spin in a barn at the La Porte County Fairgrounds, so it is a special opportunity to see them here! Come learn more about how pioneers made their textiles from these knowledgeable women.
1st Source Foundation Supports Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County Expansion Efforts Through $100,000 Grant
1st Source Foundation, an entity created to enhance and strengthen the social, economic and cultural fabric of the communities served by 1st Source Bank, has awarded a $100,000 grant to support Boys & Girls Clubs of La Porte County’s (BGCLPC) Great Futures Capital Campaign. BGCLPC is a nonprofit youth development organization providing afterschool and summer programming. In 2023, it will operate 8 Clubs throughout Michigan City, Westville, Kingsford Heights and La Porte. All services are offered completely
New Home for Several Artifacts at the La Porte County Historical Society Museum
Several artifacts within the museum's collection have been moved to their new home on the Art Gallery Wall!Large stone signs of the Higday building and Dr. S. B. Collins building have now been moved to the art gallery wall to allow visitors to view them more clearly. Previously, the stone signs were hidden behind cases. Icarus, a large sculpture created by Roland Hockett, was also moved to its new home and is now situated in the middle of the art gallery wall. Come on down to the museum to see these
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La Porte County Family YMCA to Hold Cardboard Boat Adventure Race March 11th
The La Porte County Family will be hosting a Cardboard Boat Adventure Race on Saturday, March 11 from 10:00am-3:30pm at their Michigan City Elston Branch. Families can participate for free! Each team of 4 will receive a kit with everything needed to build your boat. Sponsorship opportunities are available for local business, visit http://bit.ly/3CYgxhl to sponsor today!
Winterfest is Returning to La Porte
The annual WinterFest, organized by the La Porte Park and Recreation Department, returns January 27-29, with many of the events enjoyed over the past years as well a couple new twists to bring a blast of winter fun to town. FRIDAY - JANUARY 27ICE SCULPTURING DEMONSTRATIONS – FREE Friday afternoon - Plaza 618 - Downtown La PorteIce, ice, baby! Our downtown will transform into a frozen art gallery at Plaza 618. Enjoy the creative designs as you peruse the offerings at local shops, enjoy a hearty meal at one
Healthcare Foundation of La Porte Announces 2023 Grant Cycle 1: Accepting Applications January 13
La Porte, IN -- Healthcare Foundation of La Porte (HFL) announces the opening of its grant portal for 2023 Cycle 1 grants. To advance its mission and vision, HFL invites grant proposals for health and wellness projects and programs starting January 13, 2023, to March 3, 2023. HFL’s mission is to empower La Porte County residents to live healthy and well to achieve the vision of La Porte County becoming one of the 10 healthiest communities in Indiana by 2030.HFL welcomes grant proposals that impact HFL’s
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La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership Announces Ready2Work Childcare Voucher Program
La Porte, IN – The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership is pleased to announce a new program launch for 2022. To help local job seekers and our local business partners, LEAP is committed to providing childcare assistance on behalf of qualified individuals within the City of La Porte who have been unable to return to work or find new employment due to obstacles related to childcare. The qualified candidate must demonstrate and provide proof that they have actively pursued and obtained full-time
Resort Apartments Expansion Sought
LaPorte, IN - The resort-type apartments going up in La Porte could double in number. On Monday night, the La Porte City Council approved a letter of support for the request. The developer, Flaherty and Collins out of Indianapolis, is seeking redevelopment credits from the state to help offset the cost of building another 200 higher-end apartments near Clear Lake at NewPorte Landing. Bert Cook, Executive Director of the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership, said acquiring the tax credits
La Porte to Host 22nd Annual Sunflower Fair
LA PORTE, IN — The Sunflower Fair celebrates its twenty-second year in the heart of Downtown La Porte on Saturday, September 18! The fair that celebrates community and creativity will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will last until 4:00 p.m. This unique fair is situated along beautiful Michigan Avenue between Lincolnway and Noble Street. With over 100 craft and specialty vendors, a food court comprised of nonprofits as well as local food trucks, live entertainment, car show, rib cookoff, art walk and fun for the
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LEAP to Host Job Hiring Event
La Porte, IN – The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership in association with the Center for Workforce Innovations and WorkOne will host a Ready2Work Job Hiring Event showcasing a variety of industries on May 26. The event will take place at the La Porte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. and will feature businesses that will be ready to hire that day. Businesses in attendance will include Alexandria Moulding, American Licorice Company, American Renolit, Blue Chip Casino,E-Pak
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La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership to Host Job Hiring Event
The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership in association with The Center for Workforce Innovation and WorkOne will host a Ready2Work Job Hiring Event focused on warehouse and manufacturing positions on November 12. The event will take place at the La Porte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, from 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. and will feature 5 businesses that will be ready to hire that day. Businesses in attendance will be American Licorice Company, American Renolit, Corsicana Mattress Company, E-Pak
Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
May 11th, 2020—Rural King, America’s Farm and Home Store, has announced plans to open in La Porte, Indiana by March 2021. The new store will open in Maple Lane Mall, 1340 West State Road 2. Significant renovations to the 221,000 sq. ft. structure are scheduled to begin in early spring. Although other tenants are not identified at this time, renovations to additional tenant spaces will be completed as a part of this project. La Porte Mayor Tom Dermody said, the rehabilitation and renovation of this area will
21st Annual Sunflower Fair in Downtown La Porte
The Sunflower Fair celebrates its twenty-first year in the heart of Downtown La Porte on Saturday, Sept. 21. The festival that celebrates community and creativity will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will last until 4:00 p.m. This unique festival is situated along beautiful Michigan Avenue between Lincolnway and Noble Street. With over 130 craft and specialty vendors, the Sunflower Fair is one of the largest area festivals. Attendees can eat delicious food from a variety of non-profit organizations and local
La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
Today, the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership and the Heart of Sullivan Main Street organizations as recipients of the INspire Idea competition at the Great Lakes Regional Main Street Conference. “It was exciting to see the creative ideas that came out of our Main Street organizations," said Jodi Golden, Executive Director of OCRA. "These projects demonstrated a definite need, but will also improve quality of life for residents and
Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
Flaherty & Collins Properties has announced The Strand, a $35M mixed-use development, will start construction next month. The City of La Porte Redevelopment Commission selected Flaherty & Collins Properties last year to build a 200-unit multifamily development in the heart of the City’s NewPorte Landing redevelopment project. “The City of La Porte is very excited to be partnering with Flaherty & Collins through this development, said Mayor Mark Krentz. “Flaherty & Collins Properties has a long history of
INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs announced five Indiana Main Street organizations as finalists for the INspire Idea competition. “I am excited to see what these five organizations present at the conference in the coming months,” Crouch said. “It is always inspiring to see the original ideas communities come up with to highlight the uniqueness of their area.” The goal of the competition is to encourage the Indiana Main Street network of communities and
GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte's Competitive Advantage
In an effort to build a high-functioning, multi-faceted economic development and business support center, the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Greater La Porte Economic Development (GLEDC) Board of Directors agreed recently to combine expertise under one umbrella and form a new alliance. The new alliance will continue to operate chamber of commerce and economic development functions independently with oversight from the two boards of directors, but will share staff,
LEAP News
- La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership Announces Ready2Work Childcare Voucher Program
- Resort Apartments Expansion Sought
- Patrick Industries Announces Plans to Open a New Facility in La Porte, Indiana
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Awards the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership with 5-Star Accreditation
- Quincy Development begins Construction in the Thomas Rose Industrial Park
- Dermody Announces Agreement with Rural King to Open in La Porte
- Downtown La Porte Gets Community Treatment with Help of La Porte County Family YMCA & LEAP
- La Porte and Sullivan Named INspire Idea Competition Recipients
- INspire Idea Competition Selects Five Finalists
- Flaherty & Collins Properties Announces Updated Plans For The Strand A $35M Mixed-Use Development
- GLPCC and GLEDC Forge a New Alliance Designed to Grow La Porte’s Competitive Advantage
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