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IU Northwest’s free Kids College returns June 9–20

IU Northwest’s free Kids College returns June 9–20 Inspiring middle school students through creative exploration, leadership and career discovery Indiana University Northwest proudly announces the return of Kids College, a dynamic two-week, on-campus summer enrichment program designed to inspire and...

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Inside Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s mission to build a safer, stronger community

Inside Porter County Prosecutor Gary Germann’s mission to build a safer, stronger community Prosecutor Gary Germann and his department are about more than convictions. In fact, much of the Porter County Prosecutor’s office is centered on programs that aim to lift people up. "I came back to the prosecutor's office to make a few changes,"...

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Jessica Gonzalez brings experience, commitment, and passion for teaching to Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana

Jessica Gonzalez brings experience, commitment, and passion for teaching to Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana is continuing to grow and expand its ability to support schools providing quality, values-based education to children in the Region. A key part of that growth is the addition of new team members such as Jessica...

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Horizon Bank Announces $5,000 Donation to Opportunity Enterprises

Horizon Bank Announces $5,000 Donation to Opportunity Enterprises Horizon Bank is proud to continue its support of Opportunity Enterprises (OE) with a $5,000 annual sponsorship, reinforcing our long-standing commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for people of all abilities. John Freyek, Market President...

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Michigan City Vector Control Celebrates Earth Day by Honoring Progress and Promoting Community Partnership

Michigan City Vector Control Celebrates Earth Day by Honoring Progress and Promoting Community Partnership On this Earth Day, the Michigan City Vector Control Department is proud to recognize the collective strides made toward creating a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable community. As stewards of public health and the environment, the...

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NIPSCO Emphasizes Driver Safety Practices for National Work Zone Awareness Week

NIPSCO Emphasizes Driver Safety Practices for National Work Zone Awareness Week As National Work Zone Awareness Week kicks off, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) is reminding drivers to follow good safety practices every time they encounter road work crews. This year’s theme for National Work Zone Awareness...

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Indiana Dunes Tourism gives comprehensive look at State and National parks at State of the Dunes event

Indiana Dunes Tourism gives comprehensive look at State and National parks at State of the Dunes event On April 17, Indiana Dunes Tourism hosted its annual State of the Dunes event, celebrating past achievements and previewing park plans. This year's event featured National and State Park leadership updates, offering a comprehensive overview of...

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City of Valparaiso puts the ‘unity’ in ‘community’ at inaugural Valparaiso Community Conference session

City of Valparaiso puts the ‘unity’ in ‘community’ at inaugural Valparaiso Community Conference session On the morning of Wednesday, April 17, City of Valparaiso hosted the first ever session of the Valparaiso Community Conference at Valparaiso University. The event is geared to promote connectivity and collaboration among Valpo’s residents, business...

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Goodwill Announces Military Veteran Stand Downs Across Six Northern Indiana Counties

Goodwill Announces Military Veteran Stand Downs Across Six Northern Indiana Counties Goodwill Industries of Michiana’s Veterans Resource Network will host six military veteran Stand Down events across Northern Indiana in 2025. Events will be held in St. Joseph, Elkhart, Marshall, Kosciusko, Porter and La Porte Counties....

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