Chesterton Tribune

08/17/2024

08/10/2024

https://www.chestertontribune.com/articles/zach-bernal-on-chs-soccer-coach-lucas-sabedra-he-saved-my-life/

Zach Bernal back with soccer team 14 months after going into sudden cardiac arrest and ready for season-opener on Aug. 17 at Chesterton vs. Northridge.

All an athlete can ask for from a coach is to be treated fairly and led on the path to improvement in a safe environment. Chesterton senior soccer player Zach Bernal gives his head coach, Lucas Sabedra, passing grades on those fronts. But when Bernal says he “likes” Sabedra, and that he’s a .....

08/02/2024

From our sister newspaper, Carroll County Comet.

08/02/2024

From our sister newspapers, The Carroll County Comet.

07/26/2024

Congratulations to the July 2024 Teachers of Excellence!

07/23/2024

It has been brought to the attention of Hurd Media Group management that renewal notices for the Chesterton Tribune were recently sent out with the incorrect renewal price. The correct renewal price is $52 per year in county and $66 per year out of county, and you can pay that amount for your renewal. We apologize for the confusion and inconvenience this may have caused.

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07/09/2024

Douglas Joseph Koutek, 80, of Valparaiso, passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2024, at his home.

He was born on June 7, 1944, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Emil and Lillian (Uehler) Koutek.

Doug was a 1962 graduate of Baltimore Polytechnic High School (A course). In 1966 he earned a bachelor's degree in engineering from the University of Maryland. He worked for Bethlehem Steel for 37 years, first at Sparrows Point and then at Burns Harbor, and he was certified as a Professional Engineer for more than 50 years. He enjoyed having breakfast with former Bethlehem Steel friends and co-workers every month. Doug loved cars, especially Volkswagens, and he restored a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle that was featured in the Vintage VW Club magazine. Douglas loved his family and will be truly missed.

Surviving are his daughter, Stephanie Koutek (Hawthorn Mineart); sister-in-law, Dolores Koutek; niece, Michele Koutek; and nephews, Michael Koutek and Gregory (Melissa) Koutek.

He was preceded in death by his parents and by three brothers, Emil, Stanley, and Melvin Koutek.

A celebration of life and luncheon will be held on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from noon to 3:00 pm at the Moose Lodge, 602 Broadway Ave., Chesterton, IN. Cremation will take place. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, 247 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte, (219) 362-3100, is caring for the arrangements.

Please send condolences to the family at www.LakeviewFHC.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the PBS Foundation, https://www.pbs.org/about/about-pbs/support-pbs/.

06/25/2024

06/01/2024

Chesterton fans left US Steel Yard, home of the Gary RailCats, with heads hanging, walking in the rain. But it wasn't a loss that put them in that mood. Next-worst thing: a rainout. After driving to Gary and waiting for a game to start, maybe watching the end of Illiana Christian's 8-1 win over Wheeler, Chesterton fans headed home because the second game of the regional doubleheader was postponed.
Chesterton's regional championship game vs. Lake Central has been rescheduled for Monday at 4 p.m. at the Steel Yard, home of the Gary RailCats.
Chesterton (22-6) is riding the momentum of its first sectional title since 2018.
Hold onto your tickets. They will gain you admission for Monday's game.

05/22/2024

Congratulations to the May 2024 Teachers of Excellence!

05/05/2024

Mary Corinne “Renny” Tweddell Miller, passed away April 26, 2024 at the age of 101.

Services will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at First Community United Methodist Church, LaMoille with Rev. David Jungnickel officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m.at the church. Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota is assisting the family.

Renny was born in No Creek, KY July 7, 1922, the daughter of P.D. and Martha Rogers Tweddell. Soon the family moved to Hartford, KY where she attended all twelve grades at Hartford High School. She was active in school, playing snare drums in band, girls glee club, President of her class, Editor in Chief of
their school annual and cheerleader all four years of high school. She never lost her zest for living. In 1940 Renny met the love of her life, a handsome young schoolteacher from Cromwell, KY, Bill Miller and they were married on her 18th birthday. They were married 68 wonderful years until Bill passed away in
2008. One beautiful daughter, Cassandra Jo, was born to this union.

She is survived by her daughter Cassy and son-in-law Art, two devoted grandsons, Reverend David Jungnickel and wife Donna of La Moille and Eric Jungnickel of Naperville, IL, five great grandchildren Courtney (Matt) Baleiko, Carley (Dave) Joyce, Mak Jungnickel, Briana (Reiley) Reardon and Nicole Jungnickel. She also leaves behind her great great grandchildren Finnick, Cy, Aubrey & Oaklee and many loving nieces and nephews who have always been an intricate part of her life.

Renny’s family was very close knit and enjoyed family reunions every year. Renny was preceded in death by her beloved husband, parents, six brothers, Roger, Morris, Jimmy, Musker, Pete and Morgan and her two sisters Millie and Lula May During World War II they lived in many places and afterwards they settled in Chesterton, IN and lived there for 37 years. They were faithful members of Chesterton United Methodist Church where Renny taught Sunday school, bible studies and other activities. She was active in the PTA, a member of Delta Theta Tau sorority, a philanthropic organization, Jr. Women’s Club, Young Adult Group and many other community projects, holding office in all. She and Bill enjoyed vacationing, visiting all 50 states, London, Paris and many cruises. After retirement they spent their winters in Stuart, FL and made many friends there. In 1994 they moved to Hot Springs Village, AR to be near their daughter and son-in-law. They soon became faithful members of Christ of the Hills United Methodist Church. They were active in church until Bill’s health failed. She often spoke of love for her church families. They loved bridge and belonged to the Village Card Club. After Bill died, Renny always said bridge was her therapy. Renny was also an avid reader and oil painter. In 2021 she moved to Stonecroft Village in Mendota, IL to be near to her family until her passing.

Online condolences may be left at www.merrittfh.com

04/29/2024

Congratulations to the April 2024 Teacher of Excellence!

04/14/2024

When it's sunny as it was Saturday, the Garry Nallenweg Chesterton Relays is a ton of fun to cover.

03/29/2024

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03/28/2024

Congratulations to the March 2024 Teachers of Excellence!

03/26/2024

HELP WANTED-
Chesterton Tribune is looking for a part-time driver to pick up and deliver our newspapers to our local stores and post offices.

The Monday and Wednesday route consist of picking up the Chesterton Tribune at our printer and then delivering it locally in Chesterton.

This afternoon delivery route takes about five hours each day.

If you are interested, please contact Renee Jerkins at 1 (219)
741-5645.

03/01/2024

Congratulations to the February 2024 Teachers of Excellence!

01/24/2024

‼️UPDATE: Bryanna Found‼️

Bryanna Mahone has been found safe. Thank you everyone for your help in bringing a happy ending!

01/23/2024

Boys basketball vs. Hobart, swim meet at Munster canceled

Chesterton’s boys basketball game vs. Hobart, rescheduled to Tuesday (today) from last week’s original date, has been canceled and will not be made up.
The swimming and diving meet scheduled for Tuesday night at Munster, also has been canceled and will not be made up.
Hobart and Munster did not allow any after-school events Tuesday.
Chesterton still will compete in two varsity events. Michigan City visits Chesterton for a gymnastics dual meet. The Trojans’ girls basketball game at Crown Point remains on the schedule. The JV game is scheduled for 5:30 p.m, with the varsity to follow with an estimated tip time of 7 p.m.

01/23/2024

Attempt to locate missing person Bryanna Mahone 38years old 5'1" 220lbs brown hair hazel eyes. Last seen on 1/21/24 on foot in Chesterton. Please call Police Department with any information.

01/21/2024

We now have a new sister newspaper.

Hello Carroll County,
I'm Don Hurd, president of Hoosier Media Group. I'm very happy to announce that our other company, Heartland Media Group, has purchased the Carroll County Comet. The Comet is now a part of our other hyper-local newspapers in Indiana. All our newspapers focus only on LOCAL NEWS. The "secret sauce" for our success is local names and local faces. While other newspapers have lost their focus in serving the communities they serve, our newspapers are highly engaged and a huge part of the communities we serve.
We're excited about becoming a major player in helping Carroll County continue to grow and succeed.
Being president I don't hide in an ivory tower. I'm out and about in the communities my newspapers serve. I even still deliver newspapers each week. I started delivering newspapers when I was 11 years old and I'm still doing it. IT'S FUN.
I'm very anxious to meet with the people of Carroll County to find out exactly what YOU want in your local newspaper. After all, it's YOUR newspaper.
If you want to contact me here's my email address: [email protected]
Looking forward to hearing from you.
We will begin publishing the Comet very soon. There are still some technical issues we need to work out, but soon you'll be receiving YOUR Comet filled with local news.
Thanks for the opportunity to serve Carroll County.

01/19/2024

From the Chesterton High School Athletic Department...

The girls / boys varsity basketball games at Crown Point for today have been postponed as buses will not be traveling tonight.

This will also affect the G/B JV basketball games at Crown Point tomorrow.

The girls JV/V games have been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 23 Point with a 5:30 p.m. JV start with varsity to follow at approximately 7 p.m.

The boys JV/V games have been rescheduled for tomorrow, Saturday, January 20 with an 11 a.m. JV start with varsity to follow at approximately 12:30 p.m.

01/02/2024

Congratulations to the December 2023 Teachers of Excellence!