You're invited to lend a hand (and a square) to the community quilt for the upcoming exhibit Making Her Place at the Porter County Museum. For centuries, fabrics have recorded significant events, individuals, communities, and stories. Visitors are...
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4 Popular Apps Adults Should Monitor
As more and more teens own smartphones, apps are definitely no stranger to the average household. Although there are many great and beneficial apps available to all of us, there are several apps that adults need to be aware of- Apps that may keep...
Prescription Drug Drop Off Program 2013 Summary
In late 2010 the Valparaiso Police Department initiated a Prescription Drug Drop Off Program. Partnering with the DEA and the Porter County Substance Abuse Council, the department installed a drop off box in the lobby of the Valparaiso Police...
Physician Honored for Volunteering at Clinic, Serving the Needy
Jovenel Cherenfant, M.D. (second from right), a general surgery specialist, accepts the 2013 Catherine McAuley Clinic Gratitude Award from Franciscan St. Margaret Health president Thomas Gryzbek during a program Nov. 20 at the Hammond campus. Also...
Owl You Want for Thanksgiving in Store at Lifestyles
I hope you all had a great Halloween!! We had a great turnout for the downtown trick-or-treating. My niece and I dressed as Super Girl and Spider Woman. It was so much fun seeing all the cute costumes. People have been asking when we are getting our...
A Sweet Treat at Blackbird Cafe
Want a special treat this Halloween? Wear your costume to Blackbird Cafe on October 25th or October 31st and get a hot chocolate for only $1! That's a sweet deal! Also on October 25th, there will be an opening reception at 7 pm for the newest art...
Porter County Community Foundation Awards Second Round of 2013 Community Grants
The Porter County Community Foundation recently awarded more than $87,000 in Community Fund grants to 12 local nonprofit organizations. “We see our role as helping to make Porter County a better place for all,” said Barb Young, President of the...
PNC American Sign Language Club Halloween Game Night
Purdue University North Central American Sign Language Club will host an ASL Halloween Game Night on Oct. 29 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the PNC Library-Student-Faculty Building Assembly Hall, Room 02. The event is free and open to the public. Children,...
A Day in the Life of a Connected Superintendent
As we are launching into the month of October which is Connected Educator's month, I thought it might be interesting to see how this Superintendent manages to stay connected and sane (at least on most days!) all at the same time.
Dr. Jessica Lisak Joins the Staff at McAfee Animal Hospital
Dog owners want the best for their furry family members. A fluffy bed, nutritious food, and engaging toys are all desired but the most important accessory for your canine is a great doctor. The vets at McAfee Animal Hospital know what it takes to...