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Valpo Parks Announces Exciting Changes for the 46thAnnual Popcorn Panic!
Valpo Parks is thrilled to announce details and exciting changes for the 46th annual Popcorn Panic 5 Mile Run and 5K Run/Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2024. This year's race promises a return to cherished traditions while offering fresh experiences for runners and walkers of all ages. "We've...
Grant’s Picnic Tables Building Success
Westville-based Grant’s Picnic Tables began as the dream of Grant Phares, who started making picnic tables when he was a junior in high school. He spent a lot of time learning how to continually make the tables better, and then decided he could turn the endeavor into a business.
Kankakee County, IL – Tornadoes Confirmed in Peotone, Manteno, and Grant Park Monday
Peotone, IL – The recent 48-hour storm system that swept through the Midwest has been confirmed to have produced tornadoes in Peotone, Manteno, and Grant Park. The National Weather Service (NWS) provided these updates following detailed damage assessments. According to the NWS, Peotone experienced an EF-0 tornado on July...
South Shore CVA welcomes thousands to the Region at NSA Fastpitch World Series Opening Ceremony
The 2024 National Softball Association (NSA) Fastpitch World Series is underway and thousands of athletes, coaches, and parents celebrated with an Opening Ceremony parade and block party in downtown Crown Point. Hosted by the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority (CVA), the NSA Fastpitch World Series features over 100 teams...
IU Northwest scholarship program established by Hard Rock Casino and The Urban League
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana and The Urban League of Northwest Indiana have united to support local high school graduates in their pursuit of earning a degree from Indiana University Northwest. Through the partnership, graduates of any Gary-based high school are eligible to receive the “Do Well by Doing Good”...
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana gifts funds to Urban League of Northwest Indiana for groundbreaking Indiana University Northwest-affiliated scholarship
On the evening of Wednesday, July 17, representatives from the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, Urban League of Northwest Indiana, and Indiana University (IU) Northwest gathered in the Hard Rock Casino's Jackson Family Tribute Gallery. The Hard Rock Casino presented Urban League with a $250,000 check that will be used to fund the all-new Do Well by Doing Good Scholarship Program. This program, which was established between Urban League and IU Northwest, will provide Gary high school graduates attending IU Northwest with crucial financial aid.
Crossroads Chamber NWI Chamber Night brings communities throughout the Region together at the US Steel Yard
Approximately 350 members of chambers across Northwest Indiana (NWI) gathered together at the US Steel Yard Stadium for an exciting game. This is the first event of such caliber, with members from 14 chambers across the Region getting together to eat, watch a classic game, and connect. Crossroads Chamber, the...
St. John's basketball standout junior, RJ Luis, returns to court after surgery
It was a difficult debut season for RJ Luis with the St. John's basketball program but none of it was by his own doing. Luis suffered a broken hand in practice weeks before the season began, which was followed by a major flare up of chronic shin splints that sidelined him after just one game and limited his practice time through March.
Center for Workforce Innovations Awarded $1M Through Career Coaching Grant
Valparaiso-based Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI) was awarded $1 million as part of the state’s $25 million Career Coaching Grant through the Indiana Commission for Higher Education – one of only 28 organizations selected. CWI will work with school districts across Northwest Indiana to administer the state’s innovative model for preparing students to make informed decisions about their college and career paths.
Karen Moore
Karen Moore Sass passed away peacefully July 13 at the age of 82. She was known by her friends and family as a very loving and caring person. She never spoke an unkind word about anyone. Karen was a dedicated wife and mother. She was a 1960 graduate of Horace Mann High School in Gary, Indiana.
Jacobsen, pianist serve up a summer highlight at Grant Park Festival
Conductor Eric Jacobsen is the third maestro to take a multi-week stand leading the Grant Park Orchestra this summer at Millennium Park in what must be considered interviews to replace outgoing GPO music director Carlos Kalmar. The results were auspicious Wednesday night as Jacobsen led the Grant Park players in...
Lutheran Summer Music: A Liturgical Legacy Lives On
Valparaiso University has long been a beacon of light and learning, not only for our full-time students but also for the many young musicians who attend the Lutheran Summer Music (LSM) program. For over four decades, Lutheran Summer Music, the nation’s premier faith-based music academy for high school students, has offered a transformative experience for thousands of young musicians. In addition to advanced musical instruction and numerous performance opportunities, LSM students form an intentional community while living together on Lutheran college campuses for four weeks. Since 2017, Valparaiso University has been honored to host this inspiring community.
North Judson Town Council Discusses CCMG Application for Second Call Funding in 2024
The North Judson Town Council members discussed the application for the second call of INDOT’s Community Crossings Matching Grant program this year. The paving projects would include W. Weninger St. from S. Garfield to George St, E. State St. from George St. to Schricker Ave., N. Garfield Ave. from Cherry St. to W. Vine St., W. Vine St. from Sheridan Ave. to Keller Ave., Arlington Ave. from Railroad St. to Pleasant St., and Main Street from Talmer Ave. to Lane St. Sidewalks would be included in the Main Street portion of the proposed projects.
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