The City of Valparaiso has been awarded an additional $220,075 in the latest round of Community Crossings grant funding through the Indiana Department of Transportation, announced Governor Eric Holcomb. Community Crossings funds awarded earlier this...
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UNITED WAY HELPS DISBURSE FEDERAL FUNDS TO LOCAL JASPER COUNTY PROGRAMS
The United Way of Northwest Indiana (UWNWI) will administer $22,780 from the Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) to support local food programs in Jasper County The funds will not be available to individuals. The award was...
Excelling in the classroom, on the court and beyond
IU Northwest gives student-athletes unparalleled opportunities to succeed in all disciplines On the second floor of Gainbridge Fieldhouse’s main concourse in downtown Indianapolis is a brightly colored mural. The mural, Hoosier...
Advisory Council leads State Prison redevelopment
The Indiana State Prison site redevelopment process has kicked off with the gathering of the advisory council members and outline of initial agenda items. “It’s a monumental moment for our city as we begin addressing what’s next for the prison...
College Bound Scholarship Program Extended
Popular Award Winning College Scholarship Program Renewed for Another Ten Years Mayor Thomas M McDermott, Jr. announced that he and the Hammond City Council recently extended the College Bound Scholarship Program for another ten years. The extension...
“A Christmas Story” Comes Home Exhibit Opens November 16
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority will open its doors for the 18th year of the “A Christmas Story” Comes Home Exhibit on November 16, 2024, at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond. The exhibit will run through December 30,...
Valpo Upgrades Leaf Collection
The City of Valparaiso has upgraded its leaf collection efforts with the addition of a new leaf vacuum that adds efficiency and speed. The new truck holds three times the volume of leaves, allowing collection to continue with fewer stops to empty the...
Keep your pipes safe & water flowing this winter with these tips from Indiana American Water
Another Northwest Indiana winter is beginning to settle in – bringing the freezing cold, snow, and frost that always proves a menace along with it. It is essential that homeowners prepare for the season before freezing temperatures become a daily...
Ben Franklin, Fegely, and Washington Township Qualify For Middle School State Spell Bowl
The Indiana Academic Spell Bowl-Junior Division Area Contest was held Wednesday, November 6 at Washington Township Middle-High School. Middle Schools from Ben Franklin (Class 1-49 correct out of 72), Fegely (Class 2-37 out of 72), Boone Grove (Class...
Valparaiso, Morgan Township and Chesterton Qualify For High School State Spell Bowl
Above: Valparaiso High School Spell Bowl The Indiana Academic Spell Bowl-Senior Division Area Contest was held Monday, November 4 at Washington Township High School. High Schools from Valparaiso (Class 1-62 correct out of 100), Boone Grove (Class...