The state forms and other documents Hoosiers use to apply for unemployment benefits are getting an update with the assistance of an artificial intelligence program.
AI Tool for Unemployment Forms The state of Indiana is enhancing its unemployment benefits application process through the implementation of an artificial intelligence program. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) initiated the development of this AI tool last year, leveraging Google's Gemini large language model. The primary objective is to translate complex government jargon and specialized terminology found in public-facing documents into more accessible, plain language, thereby improving overall readability and user-friendliness for Hoosiers. Currently, the AI tool has been instrumental in the preliminary rewriting of approximately 50% of DWD's public documents. It's crucial to note that each document still undergoes a thorough human review process to ensure accuracy, maintain intended meaning, and guarantee compliance with regulations before its official public release. Governor Mike Braun emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating that citizens should not require expertise in governmental terminology to comprehend the services available to them. Beyond language simplification, DWD is also focusing on redesigning how information is presented in these documents. This includes strategically placing key details such as eligibility decisions, specific benefit amounts, application deadlines, and subsequent steps in more prominent and easily identifiable locations. The overarching goals of these improvements are multifaceted: to significantly reduce confusion among applicants, minimize errors during the filing process, decrease the volume of follow-up phone calls to the department, and ultimately deter unnecessary appeals of benefit decisions. Governor Braun reiterated that 'Clearer communication improves customer service, reduces unnecessary burdens and helps state agencies operate more effectively,' highlighting the efficiency and public service benefits of this AI-driven modernization effort. Early Voting in Lake County: Crown Point Office For Lake County voters, early voting hours at the Lake County Elections Office (2293 N. Main St., Crown Point) are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, running through Oct. 30. Thursdays will have extended hours from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 8:30 a.m. to noon. The office will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: East Chicago Vocational Center At the Henry Gillis Vocational Center (4001 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago), Lake County residents can vote early from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, extending through Oct. 30. Thursday hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, the center will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Gary Public Library The Gary Public Library (220 W. 5th Ave., Gary) will serve as an early voting site for Lake County voters with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, continuing until Oct. 30. Extended hours on Thursdays are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters can also cast their ballots on weekends from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The library will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Hammond Courthouse Early voting for Lake County residents is also available at the Lake County Courthouse (232 Russell St., Hammond). The hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30, with extended hours on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Hobart Police and Community Center The Hobart Police and Community Center (705 E. 4th St., Hobart) offers early voting for Lake County with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays have extended hours from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The center will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Lowell Town Hall Lowell Town Hall (501 E. Main St., Lowell) provides early voting for Lake County voters from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursday hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting dates are Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, the hours are 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Munster Town Hall At Munster Town Hall (1005 Ridge Rd., Munster), Lake County voters can vote early from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays will have voting from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Schererville Town Hall Schererville Town Hall (10 E. Joliet St., Schererville) offers early voting to Lake County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Extended hours on Thursdays are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: St. John Township Assessor's Office The St. John Township Assessor's Office (9157 Wicker Ave., St. John) is an early voting location for Lake County, with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 9 a.m. to noon. The office will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Wicker Park Breezeway, Highland For Lake County voters, the Wicker Park Breezeway (2215 Ridge Rd., Highland) offers early voting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30, with extended hours on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Lake County: Winfield Government Center The Winfield Government Center (10645 Randolph St., Winfield) serves as an early voting site for Lake County. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in Porter County: Chesterton Town Hall For Porter County voters, early voting at Chesterton Town Hall (790 Broadway, Chesterton) is from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: Hebron Community Center The Hebron Community Center (611 N. Main St., Hebron) offers early voting for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: NIRPC Building, Portage The NIRPC Building (6100 Southport Rd., Portage) serves as an early voting site for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: North Porter County Government Complex, Portage At the North Porter County Government Complex (3560 Willowcreek Road, Portage), Porter County voters can vote early from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is offered on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: Porter County Administration Building, Valparaiso The Porter County Administration Building (155 Indiana Ave., Valparaiso) is an early voting location for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: Union Township Fire Station #2, Valparaiso Union Township Fire Station #2 (267 N. 600 W., Valparaiso) offers early voting for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in Porter County: Valparaiso Fire Training Center The Valparaiso Fire Training Center (355 Evans Ave., Valparaiso) is an early voting site for Porter County, with hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Early Voting in LaPorte County: Fairgrounds Small Project Building For LaPorte County voters, the LaPorte County Fairgrounds Small Project Building (2581 W. State Road 2, LaPorte) offers early voting from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in LaPorte County: Michigan City Location Early voting for LaPorte County is available at 302 W. 8th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in LaPorte County: Wills Township Community Center The Wills Township Community Center (6981 E. 350 N., Rolling Prairie) offers early voting for LaPorte County voters. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day. Early Voting in LaPorte County: Wanatah Town Hall Wanatah Town Hall (104 N. Main St., Wanatah) is an early voting site for LaPorte County. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
AI Tool for Unemployment Forms
The state of Indiana is enhancing its unemployment benefits application process through the implementation of an artificial intelligence program. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) initiated the development of this AI tool last year, leveraging Google's Gemini large language model. The primary objective is to translate complex government jargon and specialized terminology found in public-facing documents into more accessible, plain language, thereby improving overall readability and user-friendliness for Hoosiers. Currently, the AI tool has been instrumental in the preliminary rewriting of approximately 50% of DWD's public documents. It's crucial to note that each document still undergoes a thorough human review process to ensure accuracy, maintain intended meaning, and guarantee compliance with regulations before its official public release. Governor Mike Braun emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating that citizens should not require expertise in governmental terminology to comprehend the services available to them. Beyond language simplification, DWD is also focusing on redesigning how information is presented in these documents. This includes strategically placing key details such as eligibility decisions, specific benefit amounts, application deadlines, and subsequent steps in more prominent and easily identifiable locations. The overarching goals of these improvements are multifaceted: to significantly reduce confusion among applicants, minimize errors during the filing process, decrease the volume of follow-up phone calls to the department, and ultimately deter unnecessary appeals of benefit decisions. Governor Braun reiterated that 'Clearer communication improves customer service, reduces unnecessary burdens and helps state agencies operate more effectively,' highlighting the efficiency and public service benefits of this AI-driven modernization effort.
Early Voting in Lake County: Crown Point Office
For Lake County voters, early voting hours at the Lake County Elections Office (2293 N. Main St., Crown Point) are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, running through Oct. 30. Thursdays will have extended hours from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 8:30 a.m. to noon. The office will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: East Chicago Vocational Center
At the Henry Gillis Vocational Center (4001 Indianapolis Blvd., East Chicago), Lake County residents can vote early from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, extending through Oct. 30. Thursday hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is offered from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, the center will be open from 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Gary Public Library
The Gary Public Library (220 W. 5th Ave., Gary) will serve as an early voting site for Lake County voters with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, continuing until Oct. 30. Extended hours on Thursdays are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters can also cast their ballots on weekends from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The library will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Hammond Courthouse
Early voting for Lake County residents is also available at the Lake County Courthouse (232 Russell St., Hammond). The hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30, with extended hours on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Hobart Police and Community Center
The Hobart Police and Community Center (705 E. 4th St., Hobart) offers early voting for Lake County with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays have extended hours from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The center will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Lowell Town Hall
Lowell Town Hall (501 E. Main St., Lowell) provides early voting for Lake County voters from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursday hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting dates are Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, the hours are 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Munster Town Hall
At Munster Town Hall (1005 Ridge Rd., Munster), Lake County voters can vote early from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays will have voting from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Schererville Town Hall
Schererville Town Hall (10 E. Joliet St., Schererville) offers early voting to Lake County residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Extended hours on Thursdays are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting will be from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: St. John Township Assessor's Office
The St. John Township Assessor's Office (9157 Wicker Ave., St. John) is an early voting location for Lake County, with hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30. Thursdays are open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 9 a.m. to noon. The office will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Wicker Park Breezeway, Highland
For Lake County voters, the Wicker Park Breezeway (2215 Ridge Rd., Highland) offers early voting from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30, with extended hours on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 9 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Lake County: Winfield Government Center
The Winfield Government Center (10645 Randolph St., Winfield) serves as an early voting site for Lake County. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, through Oct. 30, and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24, Oct. 25, and Oct. 31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting hours are 9 a.m. to noon. It will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in Porter County: Chesterton Town Hall
For Porter County voters, early voting at Chesterton Town Hall (790 Broadway, Chesterton) is from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: Hebron Community Center
The Hebron Community Center (611 N. Main St., Hebron) offers early voting for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: NIRPC Building, Portage
The NIRPC Building (6100 Southport Rd., Portage) serves as an early voting site for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: North Porter County Government Complex, Portage
At the North Porter County Government Complex (3560 Willowcreek Road, Portage), Porter County voters can vote early from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is offered on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: Porter County Administration Building, Valparaiso
The Porter County Administration Building (155 Indiana Ave., Valparaiso) is an early voting location for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: Union Township Fire Station #2, Valparaiso
Union Township Fire Station #2 (267 N. 600 W., Valparaiso) offers early voting for Porter County. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in Porter County: Valparaiso Fire Training Center
The Valparaiso Fire Training Center (355 Evans Ave., Valparaiso) is an early voting site for Porter County, with hours from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Tuesdays and Thursdays have extended hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Early Voting in LaPorte County: Fairgrounds Small Project Building
For LaPorte County voters, the LaPorte County Fairgrounds Small Project Building (2581 W. State Road 2, LaPorte) offers early voting from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is scheduled for Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in LaPorte County: Michigan City Location
Early voting for LaPorte County is available at 302 W. 8th Street, Michigan City, IN 46360. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in LaPorte County: Wills Township Community Center
The Wills Township Community Center (6981 E. 350 N., Rolling Prairie) offers early voting for LaPorte County voters. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays have extended hours from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is available on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
Early Voting in LaPorte County: Wanatah Town Hall
Wanatah Town Hall (104 N. Main St., Wanatah) is an early voting site for LaPorte County. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through Oct. 30. Wednesdays are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Weekend voting is on Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Nov. 2, voting is from 8 a.m. to noon. The site will be closed on Oct. 12 for Columbus Day.
