Education

Comedian Jim Gaffigan keeps crowd in stitches at Purdue University Northwest’s Sinai Forum

Comedian Jim Gaffigan keeps crowd in stitches at Purdue University Northwest’s Sinai Forum On Sunday, November 24, Purdue University Northwest held the fourth session of its 2024 Sinai Forum at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City. Over 1200 individuals from all over the Region flocked to Blue Chip’s Stardust Event Center to witness the...

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Portage Township Schools to Host Free Community Screening of Building Blocks Series

Portage Township Schools to Host Free Community Screening of Building Blocks Series Portage Township Schools, in partnership with Lakeshore Public Media and First Things First Porter County, will host a free community screening of Building Blocks, a locally-produced series focused on the vital role of early childhood development....

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Rag islands and fatbergs continue to plague the Chesterton Utility

Rag islands and fatbergs continue to plague the Chesterton Utility Here’s something you’ve probably never thought about in your life: The final destination of the so-called “disposable” wipes promoted by their manufacturers as a “hygienic alternative to toilet paper.” Picture, if you will, a solid floor...

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South Suburban College to Host Trustee Candidacy Lottery on November 26th

South Suburban College to Host Trustee Candidacy Lottery on November 26th South Suburban College (SSC) will host a lottery for Trustee ballot ordering for the April 1, 2025, Consolidated Election on Tuesday, November 26th at 3:00 p.m. in the Board Room on the 2nd floor of the College’s Main Campus. There will be a...

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Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana promotes community and scholastic achievement at 4th annual Lend a Shoulder Day

Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana promotes community and scholastic achievement at 4th annual Lend a Shoulder Day On Wednesday, November 20, Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana hosted its fourth annual Lend a Shoulder Day event at St. John the Baptist Catholic School in Whiting. Over 100 community members along with Big Shoulders executives, board members, and...

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South Suburban College Addresses Potential Faculty Strike with Commitment to Resolution and Transparency

South Suburban College Addresses Potential Faculty Strike with Commitment to Resolution and Transparency On Friday, November 15, 2024, South Suburban College (SSC) received official notice of a potential faculty strike from the SSC Faculty Association. As discussions continue, SSC remains steadfast in its commitment to its students, faculty, and...

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IU experts express cautious optimism for the economy in 2025

IU experts express cautious optimism for the economy in 2025 Economic experts from Indiana University South Bend’s Judd Leighton School of Business and Economics and IU Bloomington’s Kelley School of Business are forecasting how the economy could fare in 2025. The consensus is that there are things to be...

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Indiana American Water Provides Tips for Identifying Scammers on Utility Scam Awareness Day

Indiana American Water Provides Tips for Identifying Scammers on Utility Scam Awareness Day IndianaAmerican Water wants to keep customers and the general public safe on Utility Scam Awareness Day by providing important tips to help identify and avoid scammers targeting unsuspecting utility customers.Utility company imposters often...

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Workshop for businesses, organizations interested in becoming an IU supplier to be held December 6

Workshop for businesses, organizations interested in becoming an IU supplier to be held December 6 Event held at IU Northwest offered through the IU Bloomington Diversity Supplier Office Local businesses and organizations are invited to attend a workshop aimed at learning how to become certified suppliers for Indiana University (IU). Hosted by the...

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