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I live south of U.S. 30 in the Boone Grove area of Porter County. Every day I cross 30 in the morning on the way to the Valpo Y. I can remember often cruising through the stop light at 30 and Rt. 2 without materially slowing down. Those days are...

What’s recently happened? Lowell High School (LHS) students recently had their Advanced Placement (AP) tests the week of May 2. AP tests are standardized exams that test students based on how well they know the content. Each test is catered to the...

This Memorial Day weekend, it’s important for the Region community to remember what those who gave everything sacrificed for. That’s why, this weekend, Northwest Indiana is focusing on events that get everyone together for fun, wholesome...

What’s recently happened?  The Whiting High School (WHS) senior class recently attended Six Flags “Grad Nite” which is an event only open to high school senior classes to attend after their prom.  WHS had almost the entire senior class going...

What recently happened? On April 27, Griffith High School (GHS) held its Powderpuff volleyball game between the juniors and the seniors. The athletes participating in the game were boys from the junior and senior classes respectively, and the coaches...

What’s recently happened? From lesson plans to conferences to competitions, early childhood education (ECE) has been taking the world of education by storm. The Hammond Area Career Center (ACC) snatched up a whooping third place in the Indianapolis...

Meg Piercy grew up in Kansas City and went to high school at the American School of London. Piercy had always been interested in business, especially when it came to putting a creative twist on something, so after finishing high school, she decided...

The Region is taking advantage of the nice weather this weekend to get outside with the community! From bike rides to interactive art to live concerts, Northwest Indiana is holding nothing back in terms of fun for the whole family. Get outside with...

What’s recently happened? Thursday May 11 was the last concert of the year at Kouts High School (KHS). These seasonal concerts bring together the KHS band and choir as well as featuring the performance choir, Kouts Singers. This concert introduces...

What’s recently happened? The John Adams High School Eagles have successfully swept away the crowd in their outstanding strive and diligence in their sports. The John Adams Track and Field team took home the first place trophy in their city meet....