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Since she can remember, Deena Schriks has been a “people person.” Schriks enjoys working with people, being able to lighten up their day and put a smile on their face. After 18 years in a previous guest services position, Schriks was hired as the...

Northwest Indiana has tons of throwback-themed events this weekend to enjoy with the family with productions based on the Peanuts, the Beatles, and “Elf!” If musicals aren’t your thing, the Region’s got you covered with good food, good...

There are so many beautiful things about the Region–the Dunes, the lake, the trails–but perhaps what’s even more beautiful are the connections being formed between one another every single day. Jerry Czarnecki may be a new face in Northwest...

The Region is ramping up for Christmas and making a big effort to make sure everyone is included! Whether it's through dedicated toy drives, holiday performances, or special offers to help wrap up gift shopping, many community favorites are making...

Dennis Van Waardenburg has always been a go-getter. Graduating six months early from Crown Point High School, Van Waardenburg went straight into the Air Force. Stationed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Van Waardenburg was an airframe repair specialist...

People are constantly learning new things about themselves. Whether it’s something as big as realizing that parenthood isn’t so hard or as small as realizing you don’t like a certain type of food anymore, these revelations are important, and...

Portage High School senior Ava Allen was sworn into the Marines on Sunday, November 20 during the halftime show of the Colts vs. Eagles game at Lucas Oil Stadium. The induction comes following Allen’s outstanding performance as a recruit. Station...

Thanksgiving is past and Christmas has come at last, and the Region has plenty of holiday fun in store for residents willing to brave the cold! Whether you're looking for a night of worship at Valparaiso University, a visit with Santa at the Hammond...

Kelly Hooper, resident of Crown Point, Indiana, has always gone in for her yearly mammogram. For a couple of years, Hooper had some issues and was told that she had dense breasts. Due to these issues, Hooper would have fluid withdrawn from her...

We’ve all heard the crazy tales of people going out into the world and making a difference, but sometimes the simple close-to-home stories are the most meaningful. Paula Prickett has spent most of her life working hard to provide nutritious,...