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PNW empowers women to be brave, not perfect at Breaking the Glass Ceiling Alumnae Panel Discussion

PNW empowers women to be brave, not perfect at Breaking the Glass Ceiling Alumnae Panel Discussion Paving a path to success in the workplace is no easy task. For women, it can be even more intimidating. It can seem like there is an endless pressure to be perfect, and that pressure can make taking risks, especially in your career, nearly...

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Community gathers to celebrate Crown Point’s accomplishments at 2019 State of the City

Community gathers to celebrate Crown Point’s accomplishments at 2019 State of the City Crown Point community members, business owners, and city officials gathered on Wednesday evening to hear one of the most anticipated addresses in the area, the 2019 State of the City. Presented by Mayor David F. Uran, the State of the City address...

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Celebrating International Women’s Day: Influential female physicians at La Porte Hospital

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Influential female physicians at La Porte Hospital Throughout history, strong, courageous women have paved the way for gender equality. From Malala Yousafzai to Melinda Gates, women have continued to be pioneers in demanding the simplest of human rights—equality. The same passion can be found in...

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Gymnasts Show off Their Balance at IHSAA Regional Girls Gymnastic Championship

Gymnasts Show off Their Balance at IHSAA Regional Girls Gymnastic Championship Gymnastics requires balance. Whether on the floor, the beams, the bar, or the vault, balance is the key to success in this sport. It also extends off the mats as students learn life lessons in balance: balancing academics with athletics, balancing...

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A Pulaski County Community Development Commission Spotlight: Darlene Mellon

A Pulaski County Community Development Commission Spotlight: Darlene Mellon Meet the unofficial mayor of Francesville. Darlene Mellon pours her heart into the community by taking an active, positive role in supporting Pulaski County. Through her diligent work and time on the Pulaski County Community Development Commission...

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Region Rats Gather to Celebrate Northwest Indiana at 4th Annual 219 Day in Hammond

Region Rats Gather to Celebrate Northwest Indiana at 4th Annual 219 Day in Hammond The Hammond Civic Center came alive on Saturday night to celebrate the best party in the Region. Hundreds of “Region Rats” from Northwest Indiana gathered to celebrate the Region’s official holiday, 219 Day. Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. hosted a...

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Chesterton Trojans Defeat Portage Indians at Boy’s Basketball Conference Game with Score of 70-39

Chesterton Trojans Defeat Portage Indians at Boy’s Basketball Conference Game with Score of 70-39 Game after game, the boys and girls of the Region’s sports teams show how to face a challenge with grace, grit, and determination. When the Portage Indians walked onto the court Friday night for the varsity boy’s conference game against the...

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Get Ready, Region! Fourth Annual Free 219 Day Party Coming February 16

Get Ready, Region! Fourth Annual Free 219 Day Party Coming February 16 Get ready, Region! The 219 area code is gearing up to once again celebrate our official holiday, 219 Day. “Region Rats” from across Northwest Indiana are invited to join this free, 21-and-over party from 6-11 p.m., Feb. 16 at the Hammond Civic...

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