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10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, February 26 – March 1
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With just a few more weeks left before the winter season washes away, the spring festivities in Northern Indiana are starting to ramp up for the next season ahead. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend and be sure to add some to your calendar! Join the Michiana Women’s Alliance at Ivy Tech Community College Women throughout the Region will …
A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Jesse Oswald
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Jessica ‘Jesse’ Oswald started making Easter baskets for the Portage area homeless about a decade ago. She refers to her efforts as her Easter Basket Project, and it was a middle school class that originally inspired her to launch it. “I was in sixth grade at Discovery Charter School, and I took an elective called Semester of Service,” she said. “In the class we volunteered at the …
Survivor Series: Erin Livingston
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When Erin Livingston woke up one morning in February of 2024 with stomach pain, she initially decided to dismiss it, assuming it was nothing more than indigestion or, at worst, kidney stones. “It just felt like one specific spot, and it was slightly painful,” said Livingston. “I waited a day, and I thought, ‘You know what? I'm gonna be fine.’ Then I woke up the next day and it hurt a …
NorthShore Health Centers Introduces Centering Program to Three Locations
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NorthShore Health Centers recently rolled out its new Centering Program. The program is based on centering group care, which leans on group care that incorporates a health assessment, interactive learning, and community building. Under this philosophy, 8-10 patients are brought together for a series of sessions in which they are given time to work one-on-one with their provider for an …
Elevate Porter County shares updated comprehensive plan with county residents at wellness workshop
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On Monday, February 23, the Porter County Expo Center welcomed residents of Porter County for an opportunity to receive a comprehensive wellness check about the community’s most pressing challenges. Elevate Porter County organized a workshop for residents to learn about statistics and trends that represent the current and future status of Porter County. The open house guided visitors to …
City of Hammond brings nostalgia to the Region Rats at 10th annual 219 Day Celebration
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Plenty of people live in Northwest Indiana, but the people who wear their hometown on their backs are the ones who earn the “Region Rat” label. On Saturday, February 21, the City of Hammond invited the residents of the Region to an all-night party to celebrate memories of Northwest Indiana while making new ones. Aileen Ibarra, special events coordinator for the City of Hammond, values 219 …
BOYS SWIMMING SECTIONAL PRELIMS at Hobart 2026
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The Boys Swimming Sectional Prelims were hosted at Hobart High School on February 19th.
Chicago Bears coming to Hammond Indiana
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Tune in as Thomas McDermott Jr. shares his perspective on the exciting possibility of the Chicago Bears making their future home in Hammond, Indiana. He dives into what this potential move could mean for the city, the region and football fans across Northwest Indiana, from economic growth and development opportunities to the vision of creating a premier destination near Wolf Lake. Don’t miss …
Run For America
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250 years. 50 states. One powerful message. 🇺🇸👣 As our nation approaches its 250th birthday, this incredible gentleman is crossing the country on foot to celebrate the history that connects us all. Through every mile, he’s reminding communities coast to coast that our story is shared and we’re always better together. ❤️✨
Chicago Bears and Indiana take ‘step forward’ in Hammond stadium deal
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With a hearing underway this morning for Indiana Senate Bill 27, which would see the establishment of a Northwest Indiana stadium authority, the Chicago Bears released the following statement: "The passage of SB 27 would mark the most meaningful step forward in our stadium planning efforts to date. We are committed to finishing the remaining site-specific necessary due diligence to support our …
$185K Raised: Strack & Van Til celebrates Food Bank Round Up success
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On Tuesday, February 17, Strack & Van Til presented the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana with a check for $185,193 at the Food Bank’s location in Merrillville. The funds were raised between November and December 2025 through Strack & Van Til’s Check Out Challenge Round Up program. This program enables Strack and Van Til’s customers to round their total up to the nearest whole dollar …
Northwest Health hosts ‘Woman-to-Woman: A New Conversation’ for a heart-healthy discussion
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With many celebrating Valentine’s Day with their loved ones recently, a lot of people have been in the mindset of a happy heart. This American Heart Month, Northwest Health is guiding people to not only have a happy heart but a healthy heart with events like “Woman-to-Woman: A New Conversation About Heart Health.” Hosted on Tuesday, February 17 at the Sand Creek Country Club, the …

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