Easter services slated for this weekend

Easter weekend is nearly here. One local church recently announced its services for the holiday.

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church of Portland will host its Good Friday services at 7 p.m. Friday and Easter services at 10:30 a.m. Sunday with pastor Robin Owen presiding.

Police participating

Police in Indiana are participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s campaign to curb speeding and distracted driving.

Additional patrols to look for offenders will be in place from April 5 through 19.

“Distracted driving isn’t just risky, it’s deadly,” said Indiana Criminal Justice Institute traffic safety director James Bryan in a press release. “Taking your eyes off the road for even just a few seconds can change a life forever.”