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 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 …

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 …

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 …

Health 2 Home provides medical and development care to first-time mothers

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Becoming a first-time parent can be exciting, stressful, and full of new challenges. For families who already have limited funds or are lacking a strong support system, that adjustment can be even more difficult. United Way Northwest Indiana is proud to partner with Goodwill of Michiana through the Nurse-Family Partnership to support parents through the Health 2 Home program, funded by First …