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Duneland School 2019-2020 student perfect attendance announced
Several Duneland School students were recognized for achieving perfect attendance at their school for the entire 2019-2020 school year. Due to COVID-19 moving to remote learning, perfect attendance is being based on attendance from the first day of...
Ivy Tech Community College turns to fellow graduate to creatively celebrate Class of 2020
For Ivy Tech Community College Valparaiso and one of its many successful graduates, a fulfilling full-circle moment arose from the unexpected shift in this spring semester. With this year’s graduates unable to participate in a typical...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana provides support for members through COVID-19 and looks forward to reopening
On March 13, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana, along with many organizations across the nation, had to close their doors temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Club staff had to think quickly to find new and creative ways to...
Gov. Holcomb Announces Nearly $44 Million to Aid Economic Recovery Effort
Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced several new economic recovery initiatives designed to bolster critical relief efforts while encouraging long-term planning and investments to stimulate Indiana’s economy well into the future. Through these...
What you need to know about protecting your pet from fleas, ticks
Because fleas and ticks mostly remain out of sight, it’s common to forget about the looming critters and the problems these insects can have on your pet. Here are a few pointers from McAfee Animal Hospital veterinarians on how to keep these pesky...
Civic Engagement Series: Know your Candidates
Editor’s note: This is the third article in the Civic Engagement Series. For information about how to cast your ballot, click here. For a personal perspective on the value of voting in local elections from GreatNews.Life founder Chris Mahlmann,...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana’s Summer Kidstop registration is open
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana will be opening a number of their Club sites for summer programming. On June 1, Cedar Lake, Duneland, Portage, South Haven and Valparaiso Clubs will be re-opening their doors to provide youth with...
Valparaiso Community Schools 2020 school year registration
Incoming Kindergarten Students AND Students who are New to the Valparaiso Community School District New student and Kindergarten registration week of July 27-31: For incoming kindergarten students and students new to the Valparaiso Community Schools...
Center for Hospice Care taking their “hats off for heroes”
Center for Hospice Care is taking their "Hats off to the Heroes" in our community! From nursing facilities to first responders and local businesses, Center for Hospice Care just wanted to be present and show support to ALL the heroes in every...