Top 10 NWIndianaLife Community Articles of 2013

Top-NWIL-Community-2013As we look to ring in a great year, we are taking a peek back into some of the great stories from our Community section in 2013. There were many tales over the year, full of good news, helping hands reaching out to those in need, celebrations of life and family, and so much more.

Please join us as we look back at some of the most impactful Community stories of 2013.

Shining a Light on a Shining School

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Lake Central students have many things to be proud of.

Rick Richards - Left an Impact Far Beyond the Muddy Trail

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His friendly face, purposeful energy, cut to the chase communication style, personal mannerisms, and so much more left an impact on those who knew Rick Richards.

Serving Up Hope This Holiday Season

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No one should ever have to experience hunger and the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana, along with the support of NIPSCO and Jelly Pancake House, worked hard to bring hope to those in need this holiday season.

Griffith Fire Department Open House Features Fun, Stresses Safety

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To cap off Fire Prevention Week, the Griffith Fire Department offered the opportunity for visitors to check out fire equipment, meet firefighters, and learn from many demonstrations.

First Steps in the Futures of Many Were Made at the Purdue Calumet Fall 2013 Commencement

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The 66th Purdue Calumet Fall Commencement saw a gymnasium full of proud families and friends that watched as their graduates received well-deserved diplomas.

City in the Spotlight: St. John

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Located just about a half-hour east of Chicago, St. John, Indiana is a bedroom community that, although smaller in size, plays a great role in the landscape of Northwest Indiana business and culture.

A Showing of Compassion

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From great tragedy came a tremendous outpouring of compassion for 6 year old Nathan Woessner.

Homecoming 2013 Activities Underway for the Brickies

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Hobart High School celebrated homecoming activities the week leading up to the big game.

SSCVA Hosts Holiday for Heroes to Honor Those Who Serve

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An annual event, the SSCVA put on a holiday gathering for local heroes and their families.

Helping Hands Extended in a Challenging Time

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Often times as one door closes, another opens. OE stepped up to house residents displaced by the closing of a group home.