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IU Northwest to host ‘Dr. Pianist’ for a musical residency, March 27-29

IU Northwest to host ‘Dr. Pianist’ for a musical residency, March 27-29 Internationally acclaimed musician to lead discussions, performances The Indiana University Northwest School of the Arts is hosting a three-day residency focusing on music making and wellbeing. Acclaimed pianist Dr. Makiko Hirata — also known as...

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana celebrates nine outstanding teens at 2025 Youth of the Year event

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana celebrates nine outstanding teens at 2025 Youth of the Year event Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana (BGCGNWI) held its annual Youth of the Year event last night, an inspiring evening honoring exceptional teen Club members for their outstanding leadership, service, academic excellence, and...

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La Porte residents invited to review, offer feedback on city’s comprehensive plan

La Porte residents invited to review, offer feedback on city’s comprehensive plan The City of La Porte is seeking feedback on a new plan that outlines the future of the community, according to Community Development & Planning Director Craig Phillips. In less than two weeks, City will host two public open house events to engage...

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Neighborhood Update: Sewer/Roadway Repair Status On White Oak Drive

Neighborhood Update: Sewer/Roadway Repair Status On White Oak Drive Local Contractor Woodruff & Sons has completed emergency repairs to the sanitary sewer system on White Oak Drive, south of Greenwood Avenue.  The emergency repairs were needed to fix a failing manhole that contributed to a severe dip in the...

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KidsKonnectUkraine Launches UKnow Video Podcast, Expands Mobile Journalism Workshops

KidsKonnectUkraine Launches UKnow Video Podcast, Expands Mobile Journalism Workshops KidsKonnectUkraine (KKU) is expanding its global impact with two major initiatives: the launch of UKnow: Bridging Worlds, Sharing Stories, a video podcast amplifying youth voices, and the growth of its Mobile Journalism Storytelling Workshops in...

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IU Northwest hosts second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition

IU Northwest hosts second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition In the spirit of Black History Month, Indiana University Northwest invited five schools to participate in their second annual Steel City Black Knowledge Bowl competition. Antoine Hawkins, Group Scholars Coordinator at IU Northwest, admires how the...

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Urban League of Northwest Indiana provides programming in education, financial literacy, diversity, and more

Urban League of Northwest Indiana provides programming in education, financial literacy, diversity, and more Urban League of Northwest Indiana (NWI) has been serving Lake, Porter, and La Porte counties for over 80 years and continues to outstretch its resources to the community in the present. Through its extensive programs and scholarship...

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Mayor of Portage Austin Bonta reflects on past year at State of the City Address

Mayor of Portage Austin Bonta reflects on past year at State of the City Address On the morning of Thursday, February 20, The City of Portage and Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce held the annual State of the City Address at Woodland Park’s Oakwood Hall. Mayor of Portage Austin Bonta was the event’s featured speaker. Local...

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