Students and faculty at the Porter County Career and Technical Center (PCCTC) were very proud to conduct a ribbon cutting ceremony dedicated to their going green cause. David Kenning, chair of the Electronics and Computer Technology department, and...
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Valpo Author Publishes “Summer People”
Local artists are found all around our cities and towns, but the only trick is finding them. Valparaiso resident Neal Litherland, a fiction writer, was introduced to me by a mutual friend. After I read Summer People by Litherland, I knew his talent...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Wade Breitzke
For nearly three years, Wade Breitzke has assisted various causes and companies around the community with his fun-loving and talented team. Before constructing 27 Entertainment, Breitzke handled about 120 happenings a year which required his...
Zombie Festivities Take Place In and Around Washington Park
Participants “played dead” in Michigan City’s Zombie Walk organized by Casandra Devries, who was inspired by South Bend’s event every October. “I am happy to bring the Zombie Walk to our community. South Bend is where everything originated...
LaPorte County Historical Society’s 5th Annual Car Show a Hit
LaPorte’s 5th Annual Car Show grabbed the attention of young and old car enthusiasts. From owning vehicles to touring inside the museum, everyone got just what they came for during the event. Susan Richter curates the LaPorte County Historical...
McAfee Animal Hospital: A Tail Wagging Good Time
The doctors and staff at McAfee Animal Hospital in Valparaiso never become weary of opening their doors to a wide range of owners and their pets. Whether someone is a longtime customer or a new face in the crowd, members of this family have dedicated...
Hot Chelle Rae Graces the Porter County Fair Stage
Hot Chelle Rae's friendly presence and whole hearted love to entertain held fans in a state of amazement before, during and after the performance. About an hour before the show, their “Beautiful Freaks” lined up for a meet and greet to pose with...
Volunteers Help Make Porter County Fair Succeed
Volunteers at the Porter County Fair dedicate their time and energy to making sure fairgoers have the best time of their lives. Even without payment, they make sure everything runs smoothly. “I love the fair; I wouldn’t be involved or...
“Stepping” Into the Spotlight: Michigan City’s 5th Annual Dance Competition
The Michigan City Soul Steppers hosted their 5th annual competition to a crowd of six hundred individuals who enjoyed the talent of twelve hard working drill and drum line teams. Before the event started, Ricky Wiggins provided music to...
Porter County Fair 2012: Localized Fun, Unending Entertainment
Even after the torrential down pour on July 18, the Porter County Fair was up and running smoothly on the 19th. Attractions are spread throughout the fair grounds and will be enjoyed by all ages in the nine days to come. By just walking through the...