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What’s recently happened? La Porte High School (LPHS) is proud to have such successful sports teams and students. On October 27, LPHS Girls Volleyball, Boys Cross Country, and Faith Spain had sendoffs. They had a joint sendoff to celebrate their...

Most of us have a hard time trying to figure out what to do when we become adults—it can be the age-old question that can take years for most to figure out. Frank Zolvinski, however, knew that he wanted his life path to follow faith as early as the...

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and that means the chance to eat, shop, and socialize until you drop is right around the corner! The Region is helping you prepare this weekend with activities sure to serve as conversation starters and get you in...

What’s recently happened? On October 12, a group of 10 seniors from Michigan City High School (MCHS) attended Michigan City Chamber of Commerce’s Inspiring Women’s Luncheon at Purdue University Northwest. At the event, students were able to...

When they were younger, many women looked up to their mothers. Michigan City Local Tiara Land still strives to be like her mother. Her mother was a single mom who worked several jobs to raise her children and instilled a strong work ethic into them....

Big opportunities are coming to the Region! With the new skatepark opening in Valparaiso, award-winning artist Ludacris hitting New Buffalo, holiday markets and photo opportunities popping up, and so much more, there’s a lot to do this weekend. How...

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Robert Shankland moved to Valparaiso with his family at the age of 11 and has lived there ever since. After graduating from Valparaiso High School in 1959, Shankland went on to the University of Michigan to get his...

La Porte County Local Bruce Watson has always dedicated his life to sports. He is currently the Ladies Golf Coach at New Prairie High School, but he has long been in the sports world before taking on this new role.  Watson grew up in Michigan...

While the weather in Northwest Indiana might be inconsistent, the fun to be found in the Region is not! From art galleries to parades to minigolf, anything you’re looking to do is covered by the many attractions right at home. Take a look at our...

Merrillville resident Joy Johnson always goes in for an annual mammogram. However, in the year 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Johnson was nervous to go. Now just over two years cancer free, Johnson is thanking her blessings that she...