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Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! Classic Concert with a Pink Theme The LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra welcomes guest pianist Andrius Zlabys and a...

For years now Diane Highlands has been a fixture in the Portage community as the owner and operator of the Portage Dairy Queen. For her commitment to her community, Diane is the week’s A Portage Life in the Spotlight. Diane has been a resident of...

Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! Winter Dazzle Event Brings Family Fun to Downtown Valparaiso Valparaiso Community Festivals and Events (VCFE) is...

Portage High School senior Marko Pekovic was in disbelief when his name was called as the winner of the 2012 PHS Outstanding Young Man Scholarship program.  Pekovic’s success in the event attests to his commitment, intelligence, stage presence and...

Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! Second Polar Plunge to Benefit Special Olympics The second Polar Plunge at Valparaiso University to raise money and...

There is a new sheriff in town in the Portage Township Schools system. Mike Candiano, this week’s A Portage Life in the Spotlight, was recently tapped to replace outgoing School Resource Officer Troy Williams. Master Patrolman Candiano, 34, a...

Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! Memorial Service for Student Killed in Afghanistan A memorial service will be held for Chris Patterson, a...

Michael DePasquale is a man of many interests.  From radio commentary, to band directing, to riding motorcycles, DePasquale has done a little bit of everything.  This year, he has added another new experience to his repertoire as an assistant...

Each week we will be bringing you 10 fun things to do in Northwest Indiana over the weekend, so you are never without something to do! Celebrate Valentine’s Day 10 Days Early A girl can accept only so many diamonds and rubies. For an early...

This week’s A Portage Life in the Spotlight is Michelle Stewart, principal of Willowcreek Middle School. Michelle has dedicated her entire adult life to education and for the past six years, led Willowcreek Middle School in a new direction....