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Pierogi Fest returns to Whiting, Indiana this weekend
CHICAGO (CBS) —The wackiest festival in America returns to Whiting, Indiana this weekend.The 2024 Pierogi Fest kicks off on Friday and runs from July 26 to July 28, honoring Eastern European culture through food. Among the festival's wackiness, Pierogi Fest also honors the role that grandmothers play in nearly every world culture. Throughout the festival, visitors will see Buscias walking around the mile-long fair in their stockings and housecoats. The Buscias will be joined by Mr. Perogi, the Pieroguettes, Miss Paczki, Halupki Guy and Polkahontas.With so much going on during the three-day Pierogi Party, CBS News Chicago has you covered with everything...
Fusic Fest Coming to East Chicago August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th
Mayor Anthony Copeland invites you to Fusic Fest in East Chicago. LOCATION: Jeorse Park Beach: 3301 Aldis Avenue, East Chicago, IN 46312. SUMMARY: Mayor Anthony Copeland and the City of East Chicago present Fusic Fest, a fusion of food, music & fun, on. August 2nd, 3rd & 4th at Jeorse...
Capital B Gary story: Kamala Harris’ Presidential Ambitions Spark Gary Women Into Action
Damita Sanlin has newfound interest in this year’s presidential election with Vice President Kamala Harris atop the Democratic ticket. (Photo/Javonte Anderson at Capital B) This story was originally published by Capital B Gary. Gary native Tearanie Chinn joined more than 40,000 women on a Zoom call Sunday organized by...
When is 2024 Pierogi Fest? What to know about dates, parade, Sugar Ray, hours and more
The time for Indiana's world-famous 2024 Pierogi Fest in Whiting has finally come. Here's everything you need to know about the Indiana food festival from parking and maps to schedule and vendors: When is Pierogi Fest 2024 in Whiting, Indiana? ...
New leaders hired at Gary Community Schools, but administrative and teaching openings remain
The Gary Community School Corporation continues to assemble its leadership team. The school board officially hired a new chief operating officer, director of human resources and athletic director Wednesday. Dee Etta Wright takes over as COO, following 32 years in the East Chicago school system and, more recently, an administrator...
Gary school superintendent discusses ILEARN scores
The Gary Community School Corporation has some work to do, when it comes to student test scores. The district's ILEARN scores have gradually increased since 2021 but remain far below state levels. Just 9.8 percent of Gary Community Schools students in grades three through eight were considered proficient in math,...
The Lansing Journal Journeys: Times Square
The Lansing Journal made it to Times Square, thanks to Steven Carr, who took us along on his trip to New York City. We appreciate being able to visit the space named after our fellow publication, the New York Times. About The Lansing Journal Journeys. This history of community photography...
Former 45th Ward Superintendent Charles Sikanich to Stand Trial on Weapons Charge in Cook County
A Cook County judge has denied a motion to dismiss weapons and official misconduct charges against Charles Sikanich, the former 45th Ward superintendent, setting the path for what may shape up a trial. As reported by the Chicago Sun-Times, Sikanich stands accused of attempting to offload a World War II-era machine gun to an undercover federal agent.
State, county, city announce leap of faith quantum computing facility in Chicago
(The Center Square) – The State of Illinois, Cook County and the city of Chicago have announced that the new Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park will be built on former U.S. Steel property on Chicago’s Southeast Side. The South Works site has been mostly dormant since the mill...
Isak Hansen Independent Hardware, Home Center, and Custom Builders in Lutsen to expand home appliance purchase and repair needs of Cook County
All photos from Boreal Community Media. The recent closure announcement from Almost Home Appliance has many Cook County community members wondering what other options are available for purchasing and repairing home appliances locally. Some may not be aware that Isak Hansen Independent Hardware, Home Center, and Custom Builders in Lutsen, MN, sells and services appliances. For over 90 years, Isak Hansens has been here to support the needs of Cook County residents. Boreal Community Media reached out to Tom Dwyer, owner of Isak Hansen, to learn more.
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