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News briefs: Calumet Township hosting open house with food, services

By Post-Tribune

October 12, 2026 at 2:38 p.m.

News and events around the area

Republican Trevor De Vries and Democrat Scott Houldieson face off for District 1 Indiana State Senate seat

By Maya Wilkins

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October 12, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Two political newcomers, Republican Trevor De Vries and Democrat Scott Houldieson, are both hoping to...

Republican David Crane and Democrat Jerry Williams make pitches to become next Lake County sheriff

By Maya Wilkins

October 12, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Voters will choose between Republican David Crane and Democrat Jerry Williams during the Nov. 3...

Billed as one of the largest and latest scheduled of the summer 4-H fairs around Indiana, the Lake County Fair completes its 2026 run Sunday, Aug. 16. (Kyle Telechan/Post-Tribune 2024 file)

Of Notoriety: Southern comedy charm on stage; Lake County Fair, DeMotte Dutch Days reign

By Philip Potempa

August 6, 2026 at 3:34 p.m.

Entertainment news from around the region.

Humane Society of Hobart director Jennifer Webber points out issues with the shelter's dog kennels, found to be below acceptable standards of housing according to the association of shelter veterinarians, as she speaks about the need for a new facility on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Hobart approves $237K donation to humane society

By Maya Wilkins

August 6, 2026 at 3:17 p.m.

The Humane Society of Hobart will soon receive $237,000 after the city's board of public...

Data Center Cluster Operations leader Steve Smith talks with attendees during the Amazon Web Service Community Open House held at Hobart High School in Hobart, Indiana, Thursday, April 30, 2026. Smith, one of many Amazon data center experts on hand to answer questions, works at the AWS facility in New Carlisle, Indiana. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Hobart board of works passes traffic plan for data center site

By Maya Wilkins

August 6, 2026 at 1:16 p.m.

The board approved a right-of-way permit for 61st Avenue restriping and temporary signals for data...

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Indiana State Police investigating fatal crash on toll road

By Post-Tribune

August 6, 2026 at 3:37 p.m.

Speed and alcohol are considered factors in a fatal motorcycle crash early Thursday on the...

Portage council approves tighter zoning for data centers

By Doug Ross

August 6, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

The Portage City Council created a new zoning category for data centers, restricting where they...

Governor Mike Braun speaks with Mitch Frazier, president of IBJ Media, during the Fireside Chat portion of the Innovate Northwest Indiana program held at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. (Andy Lavalley/for the Post-Tribune)

Gov. Mike Braun extends Indiana’s gas tax holiday by declaring new energy emergency

By Alexandra Kukulka

August 5, 2026 at 4:40 p.m.

Gov. Mike Braun extended the gas tax holiday in Indiana for another 30 days, with...

“Hoosier Star” 2020 judging panel Pastor Dewitt Jackson, left to right, music professor Victoria Garrett and columnist Phil Potempa remained masked throughout the three-hour event in September 2020 because of safety concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic. (LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra/provided)

Of Notoriety: Finalists making history for Hoosier Star finale

By Philip Potempa

August 5, 2026 at 4:23 p.m.

Last year marked the 20th anniversary of the talent show “Hoosier Star,” hosted by the...

Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun is dunked by Hobart resident Brooklynn Byrum, 10, on right, during Hobart's National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

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By Michelle L. Quinn

August 5, 2026 at 3:34 p.m.

The line remained long and steady as Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun kept heaving his chlorine-soaked...

Hobart man charged with shooting gun near Lake George

By Post-Tribune

August 5, 2026 at 3:31 p.m.

A Hobart man, 21, faces a felony criminal recklessness charge after an off-duty Hobart police...

The Porter County Courthouse in downtown Valparaiso. (Amy Lavalley/Post-Tribune)

Filing: Decades-old Porter County attempted murder case should be dismissed

By Amy Lavalley

August 5, 2026 at 3:22 p.m.

Fred Pewitt, 51, is asking for a Porter County case, for allegedly shooting at a...