Dr. Jeff Wallis blends family lessons with veterinary excellence at Vale Park Animal Hospital

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Dr. Jeff Wallis, associate veterinarian at Vale Park Animal Hospital in Valparaiso, leads each day with a passion for providing compassionate care for families and their pets. Inspired by his late son’s patience and kindness, Wallis strives to ensure that every visit strikes a balance between medical expertise and heartfelt support. “Being a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) means a …

Strack & Van Til makes holiday entertaining easier with online meals

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The holiday season is quickly approaching, and with that comes the yearly hustle and bustle of finding last-minute gifts, seeing loved ones, tying a million-and-one ribbons and, of course, lots of cooking. This year, Strack & Van Til is taking some of the stress out of holiday entertaining with its online meal ordering program. It's easier than ever for customers to bring home the warmth and …

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 Andrean v. Wheeler 2025

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On October 31st, Andrean and Wheeler faced off. Wheeler fell to Andrean, 28–6.

BOYS FOOTBALL SECTIONAL Lake Central v. Crown Point 2025

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FINAL SCORE: 35-7 Crown Point. Crown Point will play Penn HS in the IHSAA Sectional Championship next Friday 11/7 at Penn HS. The Crown Point State Champion Dance squad kicked off the festivities and braved the chilly temperatures by performing their opening skit right before the National Anthem. Way to go girls! Keep up the amazing work! "I just felt like I just needed to get to the …

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 Lowell v. East Chicago Central 2025

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Lowell came into East Chicago 8-2 and East Chicago 4-6. Lowell open the game with a rushing touchdown from #21 Lincoln Schneider then a big touchdown run from the qb #9 Brody Kalwinski to make it 14-0 after the first quarter. Another td run from #9 Brody Kalwinski then a pick leads into a touchdown catch by #48 Gavin Gudgel and a fumble recovery for a touchdown from #8 Beau Ison. Lowell won …

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 …

Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation highlights 2025 projects and previews five-year initiative update

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The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) invited its members, community investors, and leaders in Northwest Indiana to a breakfast gathering at Avalon Manor to discuss recent and upcoming projects. Dale Clapp, Chairman of the VEDC, recognizes the event is crucial to keep investors in the community up-to-date on the past year and what’s to come. “This is an opportunity for …

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 …