While most 7th graders were enjoying summer vacation, Hanover Central Middle School student Victor Schlichting was getting a behind-the-scenes look at professional sports broadcasting from the press box at Wrigley Field. Victor won the Wintrust Junior …
Read more
A remarkable partnership between Porter County’s agricultural community and Hilltop Neighborhood House has resulted in the distribution of 10,100 pounds of pork and 650 pounds of beef to food pantries throughout Porter County, helping provide …
Read more
On Friday, September 11, the City of Hammond welcomed the community to the Hammond Sportsplex for its 25th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Pastor Sam Hamstra of Anthem Church provided the invocation for the event. Scott Miller, chief of staff for the …
Read more
Located in the heart of downtown Elkhart since 1924, the Lerner Theatre has more moving parts than what audience members see on stage. Behind the scenes, volunteers are helping the theatre provide memorable experiences for attendees, while simultaneously …
Read more
In the aftermath of the storms that raged across the state of Indiana last month, Indiana American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation (AWCF), a philanthropic non-profit organization established by Indiana American Water, are facilitating …
Read more
The City of Valparaiso is inviting residents to participate in two neighborhood tree planting events this fall, bringing neighbors together to strengthen the city’s urban forest and enhance their communities for generations to come. The plantings …
Read more
28,000 guests packed downtown Elkhart Saturday, August 29, for the second Celebration Under the Stars presented by the Elkhart County CVB and Friends of The Lerner, marking another successful year for one of the city’s largest community events. The free …
Read more
The City of Elkhart Parks & Recreation Department is preparing to welcome blues fans back to Island Park for the annual Island of Blues festival on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The free community event will run from noon to 9 p.m. and will feature live …
Read more
As we begin to venture into fall, there’s so much to do, and if you have just 48 hours to spare on some autumnal activities, head to Elkhart County for seasonal fun. The area has both outdoor and indoor activities, including fun for children. Whether you …
Read more