Juanita Segura was born and raised right here in the Region, and she still resides in her hometown of East Chicago, Indiana. She’ll observe her cancerversary this November, as it’s been almost exactly 10 years since she was diagnosed with lung...

What recently happened? La Porte High School (LPHS), on November 9, hosted its annual Fall Ball, "Let’s Glow Crazy," where students enjoyed an enchanting evening of music and dancing.  The event featured a snack table with cookies and punch, a...

What’s recently happened? As the warm weather rolls out and the autumn chill rolls in, the fall sports at Marquette Catholic High School (MQT) come to a close. The Blazer Boys and Girls Soccer, Cross Country, and most recently Girls Volleyball have...

What’s recently happened? Recently at Tri-Township High School (TTHS), the fall sports seasons just finished — Girls Volleyball, Girls Golf, and Boys & Girls Cross Country.  Each of these seasons were definitely exciting. Senior Night...

Laura Herrod resides in Chesterton today, yet she grew up on the South Side of Chicago. She is a middle school counselor working in the Region. Twice she has battled cancer and survived it. Her stories now serve as testaments of endurance to women...

What recently happened? Lights, camera, homecoming!  LaPorte High School (LPHS) wrapped up Homecoming Week by crowning the Homecoming Court winners during halftime of the home football game against Crown Point High School at Kiwanis Field on...

What’s recently happened?  Fall at La Lumiere School (La Lu) has officially started with a plethora of activities. With fall sport seasons nearing their end and the exciting start of basketball season just around the corner, the Lakers are...

Sue Straatman sat in a doctor’s office in the Community Healthcare System (now Powers Health) Hospital Emergency Room next to her only son, Rob, when she received her ovarian cancer diagnosis in 2008. The team of five doctors sitting in front of...

What recently happened?  The La Porte High School (LPHS) Advanced Choir held its annual fall choral retreat at Red Mill County Park on Saturday, Aug. 24.  More than 65 students gathered for a fun day, participating in icebreakers and...