Cedar Lake, Wheatfield contractors under fire in Hobart

HOBART | A Cedar Lake contractor faces $4,000 in fines unless he corrects mistakes made while constructing a homeowner's retaining wall.

Hobart kindergartners honored for community service

HOBART | Kindergartners at Hobart's Early Learning Center have shown they're not too young to lend a hand in the community, Principal Amy Turley said.

Hobart's Summer Market on the Lake features new events

HOBART | Live entertainment and a children's arts and crafts tent will be new events at Hobart's Summer Market on the Lake when it reopens June 6, city officials said.

Hobart youth program participation growing

HOBART | Hobart is tipping its cap to the new Community Athletic Program.

Citywide garage sales attract shoppers in Hobart and Whiting

Hobart salon owner Nikki Miller switched gears Saturday transforming the outside of her shop into a yard sale business.

Detour through Hobart expected to end Wednesday

HOBART | Business at Hobart Gas has slowed to a trickle since the April 1 Main Street road closure south of City Hall, Raf Hindi said.

Supporters pledge money, love as they step off for 13th annual Walk to End Lupus Now

CROWN POINT | Team Allie members wore bright yellow T-shirts and smiles to match as they waited the start of the 13th annual Walk to End Lupus Now.

Hobart farmer given July 17 deadline to clean up Grand Boulevard property

HOBART | The Board of Public Works gave farmer Robert Berndt a July 17 deadline to clean up his house in the 6800 block of Grand Boulevard.

Hobart City Council delays hearing on $2.2M tax abatement request

HOBART | The City Council on Wednesday tabled a tax abatement request for a $2.2 million medical/office center to be built off 61st Avenue near Interstate 65.

Hobart hoping to make history with downtown on National Register

HOBART | Placing the city's downtown on the National Register of Historic Places brings benefits including notoriety, city officials said.

Lake Station court closing helps clerks balance books

LAKE STATION | The City Court office is back to business as usual after a one-day closure to the public last Thursday, City Judge Chris Anderson said.

Good weather speeds Lake Station water project

LAKE STATION | Freshly fallen snow marked the March 25 start of Lake Station's new water improvement project.

Lake Station police detective faces June 18 disciplinary hearing

LAKE STATION | A June 18 disciplinary hearing has been set for a Lake Station police detective accused of displaying inappropriate behavior on social media, City Attorney Ray Szarmach said.

Hobart man charged in DQ shooting

HOBART | An 18-year-old Hobart man was charged Thursday in connection with a drive-by shooting at the downtown Dairy Queen.

Gary students over the moon after making contact with astronaut in space station

GARY | A Lew Wallace STEM Academy junior was starry-eyed after asking astronaut Cmdr. Thomas Marshburn a question live from the International Space Station.

Police: Drive-by shooting at Hobart DQ a 'dumb mistake' by 18-year-old suspect

HOBART | An 18-year-old Hobart man who shot into the front window of the downtown Dairy Queen in a drive-by Tuesday night told police it was a "dumb mistake," said Detective Sgt. Jeremy Ogden.

Lake Station award winning K-9 retires reluctantly

LAKE STATION | Mox, an 8-year-old K-9 officer, isn't pleased about his May 1 retirement, Detective Mike Smith said.

Griffith company awarded contract for Lake Station sidewalk project

LAKE STATION | The Lake Station Board of Works has awarded a $93,614 contract to a Griffith company for the 34th Avenue sidewalk project.

Hobart officials take steps to preserve historical downtown

HOBART | City officials are taking steps to further preserve and play up the historical downtown.

Orthodox faithful celebrate Easter Sunday

VALPARAISO | Decorating the kouvouklion, or tomb of Christ, with colorful flowers on Friday morning is a Holy Week tradition for Connie Zaharias.

Hobart board removes Swift Street property from cleanup list

HOBART | The Board of Public Works has thanked property owner Robert Brayfield for his part in cleaning up an unkempt yard at 3950 Swift St.

St. Mary Medical Center wins approval for surgical pavilion plans

HOBART | Plans by St. Mary Medical Center to construct a $40 million surgical pavilion at its main campus are good to go.

Indiana attorney general investigating closed Hobart furniture store

HOBART | A Westfield Southlake mall furniture store closed its doors after allegedly failing to deliver items some customers paid for in full, state officials said.

Hobart City Council approves expansion of downtown historic district

HOBART | The Lake George Commercial Historic District has expanded its boundaries.

Hobart officials stage fatal crash to send sobering message to high school students

HOBART | The two-car fatal crash caused by drinking promgoers was staged but sent a sobering message to students who watched outside Hobart High School.

Hobart City Council gives final OK to Hobart Marsh Plan

HOBART | The City Council has given final approval to the Hobart Marsh Plan after several months of fine-tuning by officials.

Hobart working to highlight waterfront downtown, attract visitors

HOBART | Linda Papp didn't know Hobart had a lakefront until she opened her downtown restaurant six years ago.

Hobart officials planting seeds for new community garden

HOBART | The idea for a Hobart community garden was planted a couple of years ago, but this time plans are firmly taking root.

Hobart farmer ordered to present cleanup plan to board by May 15

HOBART | Farmer Robert Berndt was told by the Board of Public Works to return May 15 with a cleanup schedule for his property in hand.

Hobart marathoner proposes to girlfriend just before Boston Marathon bombings

BOSTON | Just before the Boston Marathon bomb explosions, a Hobart runner quietly dropped to one knee and proposed to his girlfriend.

Hobart council tables adjusting first-responders' pay

HOBART | The Hobart City Council took a temporary pass on making adjustments to how the city's cross-trained firefighters are paid.

Where is downtown Hobart? City officials OK new signs

HOBART | City officials are hoping action taken Tuesday by three boards will make it easier for outsiders to locate Hobart's downtown.

Hobart officials ponder ambulance service cost cuts, including pay

HOBART | The Hobart City Council is considering what some believe is a cost-effective move for compensating the city's cross-trained firefighters.

Hobart board to hear update on property cleanup

HOBART | The Hobart Board of Public Works will receive a progress update Wednesday on the property of farmer Robert Berndt.

Hobart City Council agrees to limit parking on Lillian Street

HOBART | The City Council has agreed to limit parking on Lillian Street following months of discussion with residents and School City of Hobart officials.

Hobart Board of Works awards contract to Chicago Heights company for curb work

HOBART | A Chicago Heights company has been hired by Hobart officials to make changes to curbs and ramps throughout the city to make them more handicap accessible.

Hobart residents question fire station closure, ambulance service

HOBART | Nick Skomac moved to his house in Hillman Heights 14 years ago because it was near a fire station and he wanted to keep his son safe.

Hobart police take kids to court (to shoot hoops)

HOBART | Harrison Smith, 13, took a break while shooting hoops with friends at the gym inside the Police, Court and Community Center.

Many in NWI cheer for Michigan

CROWN POINT | Crown Point High School junior Jack Vinovich bragged a strong claim to fame while watching the NCAA tournament final.

Hobart officials learn of new program for youths

HOBART | Police Chief Rick Zormier wants the city's youths to have a safe place to hang out after school.

Silverstone Crossing, once called 'golden' development, at standstill

HOBART | Silverstone Crossing, a commercial property once called "golden" by city officials, remains at a standstill.

4 charged in theft of motorcycle, tools from Hobart house

HOBART | A Hobart pair stole a motorcycle, construction tools and a patio set from a house damaged by fire, police said.

Hobart OKs refrigeration company's $11M expansion

HOBART | The owner of a Michigan-based refrigeration company warmly thanked the City Council on Wednesday after receiving approval for an $11 million expansion.

St. Mary Medical Center's $40M surgical expansion plans make the cut

HOBART | Plans by St. Mary Medical Center to construct a $40 million surgical pavilion at its main campus made the cut.

Hobart school, city officials discuss Lillian Street future

HOBART | City and school officials say they plan to work together to resolve traffic issues on Lillian Street.

Hobart salon owner fears Main Street closure will put crimp in her business

HOBART | Teresa Lake isn't pleased about a road closure that went up Monday southwest of her hair salon.

Michigan City woman airlifted to hospital after I-80/94 crash

LAKE STATION | A 52-year-old Michigan City woman was airlifted Monday to a Chicago-area hospital after her car crashed into a concrete barrier, police said.