Community

CoAction, a nonprofit organization committed to enhancing community flourishing through affordable housing and essential support services, is pleased to announce the launch of its "Embrace" campaign. This initiative seeks to unite residents,...

The City of Valparaiso has been awarded an additional $220,075 in the latest round of Community Crossings grant funding through the Indiana Department of Transportation, announced Governor Eric Holcomb. Community Crossings funds awarded earlier this...

The United Way of Northwest Indiana (UWNWI) will administer $22,780 from the Federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) to support local food programs in Jasper County  The funds will not be available to individuals.  The award was...

On November 8th, Crossroads Family Dental proudly hosted its 6th Annual Free Dental Care Day for U.S. Veterans, a special event dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served in the military. With the support of local dental...

IU Northwest gives student-athletes unparalleled opportunities to succeed in all disciplines On the second floor of Gainbridge Fieldhouse’s main concourse in downtown Indianapolis is a brightly colored mural. The mural, Hoosier...

The Indiana State Prison site redevelopment process has kicked off with the gathering of the advisory council members and outline of initial agenda items. “It’s a monumental moment for our city as we begin addressing what’s next for the prison...

Popular Award Winning College Scholarship Program Renewed for Another Ten Years Mayor Thomas M McDermott, Jr. announced that he and the Hammond City Council recently extended the College Bound Scholarship Program for another ten years. The extension...

The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority will open its doors for the 18th year of the “A Christmas Story” Comes Home Exhibit on November 16, 2024, at the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond. The exhibit will run through December 30,...

The City of Valparaiso has upgraded its leaf collection efforts with the addition of a new leaf vacuum that adds efficiency and speed. The new truck holds three times the volume of leaves, allowing collection to continue with fewer stops to empty the...

Another Northwest Indiana winter is beginning to settle in – bringing the freezing cold, snow, and frost that always proves a menace along with it. It is essential that homeowners prepare for the season before freezing temperatures become a daily...