The Crown Point High School 2017 Joy of the Holidays concerts featured more than 200 choir students who shined on stage, ending in a thunderous standing ovation and happy tears. William Woods, choral director, was overjoyed at his students’...
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The Crown Point Tour of Lights Takes Families on a Sight-Seeing Christmas Adventure
For those who grew up in The Region, December marks a time where front lawns transform into twinkling wonderlands, and neighborhoods change into glowing exhibits of Christmas cheer. Per tradition, car loads of families can be seen this time of year...
Purdue University Northwest Continues Legacy of Excellence at 2017 Fall Graduations
When it comes to Purdue University Northwest, there’s no doubt that each student who walks across the stage for their diploma will take the world by storm. The two December Commencements on Saturday featured 476 participating graduates at the...
Purdue University Northwest December Commencement Sees Fresh Group of Alumni Ready to Go Change the World
Over the years, Purdue University Northwest has seen hundreds upon hundreds of graduates walk across its stage and into the next chapter of their lives. The December Commencement on Friday evening was truly a show of university pride as students...
A Christmas Story Comes Home Annual Reception Recognizes NWI Businesses, Leaders
If there ever was a time machine for Regioners to go back and experience their childhood Christmas, this would be it. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the “A Christmas Story” themed exhibition at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, and...
Johnny On The Spot Technology Saves Worker’s Life
Steve Borrmann woke up for work before the crack of dawn on February 6th, and he had no idea that the technology in his work truck would save his life that day. At 4 a.m. Borrmann, a lead driver for Johnny On The Spot, began his routes like any other...
Purdue Northwest University Athletics Department’s 6th Annual Kids & Alumni Day Welcomes All Ages into Pride Family
It’s never too early to be a member of the Pride, according to Purdue University Northwest. Purdue Northwest University Athletics Department’s 6th Annual Kids & Alumni Day was a special event for past graduates and possible future PNW...
Light Up the Park Rings in 10th Year, Christmas Season
What started as a small, decorated tree on a street corner in Hobart ten years ago, has blossomed into a holiday festival for thousands of families at Festival Park. “We started with a little tree at the corner of 3rd and Main Street, with some...
The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce Community Awards Banquet Recognizes Businesses, Volunteers, Community Leaders
From restaurant owners to non-profit leaders, The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce honored all facets of the community who are moving the City of Portage in the right direction. The awards banquet has been a long-time tradition of The Greater...
VNA Phoenix Center in Valpo Hosts Networking Program for Continuity of Care Association
The healthcare world can be difficult to navigate, however with the Continuity of Care Association’s (COCA) monthly networking meetings, healthcare workers can rest easy knowing they are connected and updated with the latest in the field. On...