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Michigan City, Indiana Patch AM: a 4 min read

What's up Michigan City! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Want to sharpen your art skills on Thursday nights this fall?
  • Michigan City firefighters save three cats from Hillcrest Road house fire
  • How Michigan City police tracked a stolen SUV across northern Indiana

Also on today's calendar: Faith & Fam Fest and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 75 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Friday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 80, low: 72.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 81 and low of 71 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Michigan City Art League announces Fall session of classes (wimsradio.com) — Michigan City residents can sign up now for affordable fall art classes held Thursday evenings at Queen of All Saints Catholic School on Barker Avenue. The Michigan City Art League welcomes all skill levels, with low-cost membership and class fees, some shared supplies, and direct local contacts for anyone interested in joining.
   

2. Indiana firefighters race into burning home, return carrying 3 cats (thecooldown.com) — Firefighters in Michigan City rushed into a burning home on Hillcrest Road and rescued three cats, reviving one that had suffered smoke inhalation before sending all to an animal hospital. The story also offers practical fire-safety and pet-preparedness tips that local households can use to reduce risks in their own kitchens.
   

3. Parole Fugitive from Elkhart Charged After Police Recover Stolen SUV Containing Numerous IDs (regionnewssource.org) — Michigan City police recently recovered a stolen SUV in town and arrested a woman from Elkhart who was allegedly found alone inside, leading to several charges in LaPorte County. Officers also discovered drug paraphernalia and numerous unclaimed IDs and personal items, which they’re now working to return to their rightful owners.
   

4. Save the Dunes Receives National Park Foundation Innovation Grant to Reduce Congestion and Improve Visitor Experience at Indiana Dunes National Park (wimsradio.com) — Based in Michigan City, Save the Dunes has secured a $625,000 National Park Foundation grant to ease parking headaches at Indiana Dunes National Park. Starting in fall 2026, new smart parking technology and roadside signs will guide beachgoers to open spaces, aiming to cut congestion and improve safety for millions of regional visitors.
   

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  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member in Michigan City. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager(02622) 2316 Franklin St in Michigan City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Michigan City here.

Ok Michigan City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Michigan City

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Michigan City

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.