The following Cooling Centers are available when the heat index exceeds 100 degrees for consecutive days. Valparaiso University (219) 464-5000 Harre Union, 1509 Chapel Drive., open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Christohper Center Library, 1410...
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This Summer the Towle Offers Gritty, Urban Heartwarming Musical
More than 12 years ago the creative staff at Hammond’s Towle Theater first heard the incredible music to Brooklyn, the musical. And now, they are presenting the Midwest premiere of the show to local audiences. “A Midwest premiere includes...
Franciscan St. Anthony Health – Crown Point Salutes Volunteers
Vivian Kelby, a 38-year auxiliary volunteer for Franciscan St. Anthony Health – Crown Point, accepts a congratulatory pin for logging 30,000 service hours during her tenure from Loretta Malloy-Gartner, the group’s second vice president; at a...
State Schools Superintendent Looks at Enhancing School Counseling
Set against the backdrop of the nation’s 8th worst ratio of students to counselors, Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction Glenda Ritz will speak to an audience of school counselors from across Indiana to outline her initiatives to reorganize...
The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Its 30th Golf Outing at The Brassie
The Brassie Golf Club in Chesterton welcomed the Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce for their 30th Annual “Spring Swing” event. The morning started off with a light breakfast from the Town & Country Market and refreshments from The Coca Cola...
Upcoming Events from the Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce
The Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce has some exciting events coming up in June. Look below to find out all that is happening. June 16 The Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring “La Porte Day at the Cove", on Father’s Day, Sunday,...
Purdue Men’s Basketball Releases 2013-14 Non-Conference Schedule
The Purdue men’s basketball program has announced a 2013-14 non-conference schedule that features 10 home dates, an appearance in the loaded Old Spice Classic and the third edition of the Crossroads Classic. The Boilermakers will open the regular...
Meet Kathy Jacobs: Real Estate Agent, Mom, Grandma, Longtime Valparaiso Resident
CENTURY 21 Alliance Group agent Kathy Jacobs always is hard at work, helping families find the perfect home in Northwest Indiana, caring for her own family and giving back to her community. Jacobs began her real estate career when she took a position...
Service League Play Features Local Author
La Porte Service League will present its second original play as it opens the 79th annual production on January 28, bringing delight to children and adults alike. “I Wish…” was written by League member Kathy Sommer, who joined the service...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Fonda Owens
As Fonda Owens grew up in Virginia, she knew that one thing was for certain; her love of books and knowledge set her apart from everyone else in her small town. “My love of libraries started in the sixth grade, when I got to work in the school...