Donavan Barrier

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General Assignment Reporter at The Herald-Dispatch

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Liability insurance now needed for cash bars at MC Parks

2 days ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — The city has tightened up language in its rental agreements for those seeking to use park facilities for events where alcohol is served. Michigan City Parks and Recreation Board members approved additional language in the rental agreements at Krueger Memorial Hall and the Michigan City Senior Center, requiring those hosting weddings and parties to have general liability and liquor liability insurance within their contracts if they have cash bars.
Knapp celebrates new all-inclusive playgrounds

3 days ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — Knapp Elementary School has opened two new playgrounds for all to have the opportunity to enjoy. Michigan City Area Schools [MCAS] officials and other dignitaries cut the ceremonial ribbon to Knapp’s “All In” clusive Playgrounds on May 6. The work was part of a plan to install all-inclusive playgrounds at six of the eight elementary schools within the school district. kAm~77:4:2==J 4@>A=6E65 :?
Housing TIF approved for Tryon Meadow

3 days ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — Michigan City officials have approved the creation of the city’s first housing TIF. In an 8-0 vote, with At-Large Councilman Don Przybylinski absent, members of the Michigan City Common Council approved a declaratory resolution and economic development plan in connection to the Tryon Meadow Economic Development Area during their May 6 meeting. kAmpE\{2C86 r@F?4:=>2? qCJ2?E s23?6J[ H9@ 2FE9@C65 E96 C6D@=FE:@?[ 6IA=2:?65 E9:D H2D E@ 4C62E6 2 9@FD:?8 %xu ,%2I x?4C6>6?E u:?2?4:?8.
Tryon Meadows project moves forward

4 days ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — A new housing development in Michigan City is moving forward. The Michigan City Common Council, at its May 6 meeting, unanimously approved two ordinances regarding the Tryon Meadow Economic Development Area. kAm%96 7:CDE @C5:?2?46 2FE9@C:K65 E96 :DDF2?46 @7 E96 4:EJ’D E2I23=6 64@?@>:4 56G6=@A>6?E E2I :?4C6>6?E C6G6?F6 3@?5D 7@C G2C:@FD AC@;64ED :? E96 2C62[ H9:=6 E96 D64@?5 2>6?565 E96 |:49:82?
MCHS cheerleaders first to sign to D1 school

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — Two local student-athletes are creating a legacy after signing on with Indiana University-Bloomington as members of the co-ed cheerleading team for the 2025-26 season. Khushi Patel and Jaden Wilson, Michigan City High School (MCHS) seniors, are the first cheerleaders in Michigan City history to sign with a Division 1 school. kAm“xE’D 2 5C62> 4@>6 ECF6[” D2:5 !2E6=[ H96?
MC Board of Works tables request for stop signs

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — City officials are continuing to explore how best to address a problematic intersection near a city school and park. The Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety, during Monday’s meeting, revisited a tabled request to place either a stop sign or a crossing button at the intersection of Oak and Belden streets near Marsh Elementary School. kAmw@H6G6C[ E96J 564:565 E@ <66A E96 >2EE6C @? E96:C “!6?5:?8 xE6>D” =:DE F?E:= E96:C ?6IE >66E:?8 :?
United Way of La Porte County supports NPHS robotics team

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

NEW CARLISLE — A local non-profit is reuniting with an area school system to continue providing an alternative for students wanting to be part of a different kind of team. The United Way of La Porte County, on April 7, presented New Prairie High School with a $500 check. The money will be used to purchase supplies, such as motors and frames, for the NPHS robotics team to continue competing. kAm&?:E65 (2J s:C64E@C @7 r@CA@C2E6 t?8286>6?E s2G6 $:D< D2:5 E96 4964< H2D 7@C >@C6 E92?
Pol discusses bills with residents during town hall

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — With the recent session of the Indiana General Assembly having concluded, local legislators spent time discussing with the public the bills now before the governor’s desk. State Sen. Rodney Pol, D-Chesterton, discussed several bills and answered questions from residents at a town hall meeting on Saturday at the H.O.P.E. Community Center in Michigan City.
MC Salvation Army honors volunteers

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — The mission of The Salvation Army of Michigan City is to do the “most good” – one they would not be able to accomplish without the help of many dedicated volunteers. For all of their efforts to help, the organization recognized volunteers with free food and awards at their Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon held on April 25 at their headquarters.
LPCCTE South Campus officially opens

1 week ago | lpheralddispatch.com | Donavan Barrier

MICHIGAN CITY — La Porte County students have a new place to prepare for their future and acquire the skills they need to succeed. The La Porte County Career and Technical Education Center (LPCCTE) South Campus, located at 1001 U.S. 20, Michigan City, marked its grand opening on April 30 with a ribbon cutting and tours of the campus. kAm|2CEJ r@C=6J[ |:49:82? r:EJ pC62 $49@@=D W|rp$X 3@2C5 AC6D:56?E[ D2:5 E96 3F:=5:?8 92D 366? ?2>65 “%96 q2C32C2 t2D@?\(2E<:?D t5F42E:@? r6?E6C” :?