You know what’s refreshing? Talking with someone who really loves her job, especially if that someone is a teacher. Cheryl Highlan has been teaching for 24 years. A Chesterton native, Highlan’s career started and bloomed in the Valparaiso school system …
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This summer, high school students can steal a chance to learn how exciting it is to have a career in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) field. Indiana University Northwest is hosting a STEM Camp on July 30 through August 1 in the Library …
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Members of the Hammond community gathered along New York Avenue on June 27 to celebrate a project—and one of the leaders behind it—that’s been over 20 years in the making. Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr unveiled Dedelow Parkway as a capstone to Hammond’s …
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In this day and age of accessibility, it’s easy to treat ailments through prescribed medications. The problem is, prescription drugs aren’t always the smartest or safest option when it comes to managing pain. Chesterton Physical Therapy, Inc. offers a …
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Most high school seniors bite their nails over finals and college plans, eagerly anticipating the next chapters of their lives and celebrating with their friends. When she was a senior in high school, all Rachel Cook could focus on was the mystery of her …
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When it comes to senior care facilities, everyone wants assurance that they’re placing their loved ones in good hands. The Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center team recognizes how difficult it can be for both family members and residents to make the …
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The best restaurants are the ones that feel welcoming and familiar, even when it’s your first time dining in them. Strawberry Fields Pancake House exudes such a warmth. When you walk in, you’re struck by the inviting scent of freshly brewed coffee …
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When it comes to conducting, Kirk Muspratt’s presence is electric. Watching him command performances of the Northwest Indiana Symphony makes the experience of watching music come to life that much more magical. Once the curtain closes, though, Muspratt’s …
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Plumbing is (ahem) a messy business, and no one relishes the idea of a stranger tinkering around the bathroom all day, even if it’s to fix a disruptive problem. Jack Hines, owner of Hines Plumbing, understands the hesitation, so he runs his company with …
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While most senior living facilities strive to create opportunities for their residents to engage and remain active, it’s important to take a step back and make sure seniors are getting the most out of their senior living experience, and their golden years …
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