Larson-Danielson’s Masonry and Concrete Divisions help shape Northern Indiana and beyond

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When it comes to commercial construction in Northern Indiana, few names are as trusted as Larson-Danielson Construction. It’s a trust built through over a century of quality craftsmanship, relationship building, and internal development, including the creation of in-house departments that support its specialized services. Larson-Danielson has long self-performed many of its construction …

City of Hammond hosts Veterans Appreciation Parade & Ceremony 2025

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On November 1st, the City of Hammond hosted a Veterans Appreciation Parade & Ceremony.

BOYS FOOTBALL SECTIONAL La Porte v. Chesterton 2025

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Chesterton starts off their home game for sectionals against LaPorte. Chesterton manages to get 14 points in the first quarter, but LaPorte catches up in the second. Until five minutes left, the Trojans score a field goal, and the Slicers come back to score a touchdown. The game ended with LaPorte scoring 20 to Chesterton's 17, heading into the next sectional game.

BOYS FOOTBALL SECTIONAL Michigan City v. Valparaiso 2025

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The Valparaiso Vikings took on the Michigan City Wolves at home tonight in the Semi-final sectional match up. The first drive of the game made it seem that the Wolves would struggle tonight. They in fact did not, they would go on to win with a final score of 35-7. It took the Vikings until the 4th Quarter to finally get on the board. The Wolves #1 Trinaston Hart scored 3 of the 5 touchdowns to …

Goodwill and Indiana Dinosaur Museum bring fall to life and engage with community during Harvest Fest

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On the weekend of October 10, Goodwill brought tricks, treats, and triassic treasures to the Indiana Dinosaur Museum during Goodwill Days at Harvest Fest. Goodwill supported the event with plenty of fun activities, including a Halloween pop up shop, DIY scarecrow kits, and photo opportunities with the Scare-a-Crow-SAURUS. Harvest Fest at the Indiana Dinosaur Museum encourages families to come …

Purdue Northwest Late Night Madness 2025

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Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Athletics hosted its 12th annual Late Night Madness event on Oct. 30 to celebrate and preview the start of the women’s and men’s basketball seasons. Student-athletes showed off their skills with activities including 3-point and dunk contests, while student fans showed out in a Halloween costume contest, a dance contest and other games. The evening was emceed …

Newly renovated Pulaski County Courthouse combines aesthetics with efficiency to reinvigorate hub of Pulaski County

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The historic Pulaski County Courthouse in Winamac has stood for over a century as a fixture of the county. During that time, it has seen thousands of visitors pass through its doors. Coupled with the passage of 130 years, the Pulaski County government found itself needing to either renovate and modernize or tear down the courthouse due to safety concerns. Following public reception to the idea …

Indiana American Water supports Shirley Heinze Land Trust ribbon cutting ceremony for Ivanhoe South Nature Preserve dedication event

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The Gary community gathered together at Shirley Heinze Land Trust’s Ivanhoe to celebrate a ribbon cutting for the dedication of the Ivanhoe South Nature Preserve. The ceremony took place on Thursday, October 30, featuring organizations such as Indiana American Water who have supported this project. Bridget Harrison, deputy director of Shirley Heinze Land Trust, believes the …

Northwest Health Hospitals Go All Out with Halloween Fun for Staff and Families

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Halloween was in full swing at Northwest Health – La Porte and Northwest Health – Porter this week, where both hospitals hosted festive Trunk-or-Treat events for their staff and families. The celebrations were filled with creativity, laughter, and plenty of Halloween spirit - showing once again how both hospitals care not just for patients, but for each other. A parking lot at each …

Northwest Health hosts Trunk-or-Treats at La Porte 2025

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Northwest Health hosted a Trunk-or-Treat on October 29th!

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, October 30 – November 2

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The ghosts and goblins are free to roam Northern Indiana this weekend as the veil thins for Halloween! Haunt the halls of Journeyman Distillery and the Memorial Opera House or stalk through the streets on your hunt for candy this holiday weekend. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar! Trick-or-Treating throughout Northern …

A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Mike Walthour

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Mike Walthour oversees the day-to-day technology operations for La Porte Community School Corporation (LPCSC). As the Director of Technology, he has a team of four building techs, two network/systems engineers, instructional coaches, and a data engineer. His team’s work focuses on technology and systems across all the schools in the district. “I handle a lot of integrations with …