History

It’s a truism among contractors: Turn some dirt or open a wall and you never know what you’ll find. Folks in Britain, to take an example, have been putting things on top of other things for two millennia, and builders scraping almost any surface...

The Calumet region is vibrant and tapestry woven with threads of diverse cultures and industrial history. Binding this wealth of stories together are the experiences of past residents and their contributions to shaping America. Chicago’s Field...

Experience Calumet Region History April 19-October 6 Discover an unexpected national treasure located along the south shore of Lake Michigan through the newest exhibition in the Calumet Voices, National Stories series at the Indiana Welcome...

Featured image: The historic Nelsonville bricks once used on Main Street in Valparaiso (now known as  Lincolnway) are now being preserved from their location on Valparaiso Street. At the completion of The  Linc and Lincoln Highway Garage projects,...

The City of Lake Station has a storied history that can often be forgotten in the hustle and bustle of today’s world, but the city and its residents know it’s important to never forget the past. That’s why, after a wait that kept many on the...

Since its inception, there has been a culture surrounding the act of drinking coffee. Whether it’s drinking a cup before conquering the enemy in the Revolutionary War or grabbing a latte before conquering the workday, coffee is seemingly the glue...

Today, many people believe that relics are a thing of the past with no relevance to today’s world. I disagree since many of us still utilize prayer cards, rosaries, and other touchstones from our upbringing that comfort us today. They serve as...

As a skilled nursing company, Life Care Centers of America has the privilege of meeting and serving many veterans through our skilled nursing, long-term care and short-term therapy programs. These great men and women show us the true...

Catherine’s Cottage was established in 2006 to create community for Sisters in the beginning stages of memory loss and Sisters who desired to form a loving, supportive community with them. Over the years, it’s become a living, loving reality. Two...

Beginning in 1967, Ancilla College broadened its liberal arts degree offerings and began admitting students from around the area when it became a commuter college. In 2015, Ancilla opened the first of two newly-built residence halls. They...