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Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Honors College students were recognized with the 2024 Outstanding Youth Organization Award during the City of Hammond’s 37th annual Volunteer Awards Banquet. Each year the city’s banquet honors local...

Meden Isaac-Lam, professor of Chemistry in the College of Engineering and Sciences at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), is creating awareness and researching solutions, both at PNW and abroad, on the negative effects of microplastics on...

South Suburban College (SSC) Criminal Justice Program, in partnership with the Cook County Sheriff's Office and the Department of Veterans Affairs, is hosting a Gun Lock Giveaway and Safety Discussion on Thursday, November 21, from 10:00 AM to 12:00...

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...