Community Corner
🌱 Why La Porte County’s sheriff is fighting a proposed plea deal
Spotted on the La Porte calendar: Shoot To Thrill - AC/DC Tribute Band
Cheers La Porte! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why La Porte County's sheriff is fighting a proposed plea deal
- Can La Porte's surging Slicers keep their winning streak alive Tuesday?
Also on today's calendar: Brush with Madness and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What has a tail, but no body? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 75, low: 68.
- Thursday: Humid with a shower or two, with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• La Porte County Sheriff's Office public statement on potential plea deal offered in shooting of Deputy Samuelson case (wimsradio.com) — La Porte County residents are being urged to note that the Sheriff's Office is publicly opposing a proposed plea deal in the May 22 shooting that critically injured Deputy Jon Samuelson. Sheriff Ronald Heeg says the agency stands firmly with Samuelson and his wife, calling the case deeply personal for deputies and county residents and asking prosecutors to withdraw any plea offer. 
• Volleyball Recap: Mishawaka Marian Now 1-2 Since Winning 6 Straight (maxpreps.com) — La Porte volleyball fans can celebrate another strong showing, as the Slicers edged Mishawaka Marian 2–1 and have now won six of their last seven to reach a 12–4 record. The team next heads on the road to face Lake Central on Tuesday evening, giving local supporters another chance to track their hot streak.
📸 Around La Porte
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🗓 Upcoming Events in La Porte
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★ Featured events ★
- Shoot To Thrill - AC/DC Tribute Band →
La Porte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St, La Porte
6:00 pm
Friday September 18
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Other local events
- Book Fair Shop Night
Kingsbury Elementary School La Porte, IN 46350
4:00 pm - Brush with Madness →
Luhr County Park, 3178 S 150 W, La Porte
5:00 pm - LaPorte County Parks Senior Club →
Luhr County Park, 3178 S 150 W, La Porte
1:00 pm - Book Fair Shop Night
Kingsbury Elementary School La Porte, IN 46350
4:00 pm - 2000s Family Fun Night
Kingsbury Elementary School La Porte, IN 46350
5:00 pm - Shoot To Thrill →
La Porte IN
7:00 pm - One Day Circle of Love Fall Retreat →
Red Mill County Park, 0185 S. Holmsville Rd., La Porte
8:00 am
Wednesday September 16
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
📣 La Porte Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Michigan City Council Financial Committee Meeting →
Council Chambers - City Hall, 100 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City
6:00 pm - Michigan City City Council Regular Meeting →
Council Chambers - City Hall, 100 East Michigan Boulevard, Michigan City
6:30 pm - IREAD & Dot Canvas Family Night
Knapp Elementary School Michigan City, IN 46360
8:30 pm - Maker Monday →
Fish Lake Branch, 7981 IN-4 #4, Walkerton
4:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
Monday September 21
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Missing from Division St.
Mia aka Momma is a 9yr old disabled tortie cat. I left a family member at the house to watch her while I was out of town and came home to find her… (Nextdoor Lawrence)
- Buffalo Wild Wings posted a job opening for Line Cook / Station Cook in La Porte. Apply here.
- Fast Pace Health posted a job opening for PRN - Patient Care Specialist (Medical Receptionist) in La Porte. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near La Porte here.
🗞 Nearby News
Michigan City
- Rotary Club to Host Trivia Night to Benefit a Local Non-Profit (wimsradio.com)
- Franciscan Health Trauma Services hosting free car seat safety events (wimsradio.com)
- I-65 lane and ramp closures between U.S. 30 and U.S. 231 (wimsradio.com)
Westville
- Purdue Northwest volleyball falls 3-0 to Davenport at home (nwitimes.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Coin (Thank you John W. for sending it in!)
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