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What’s recently happened? Lowell High School’s Junior-Senior Prom took place on Saturday, April 25, from 6 – 10 p.m. at St. Peter and Paul Macedonian Banquet Hall. This year’s theme, inspired by “Tangled,” was “Under the Floating Lights,” …

Steve Santana has 31 years experience in education. This experience includes teaching, coaching, and leading administrative efforts. “I’ve been with La Porte Community School Corporation for 27 years,” he said. “This includes 16 years as La Porte High …

After several years working in healthcare, Britney Nawracaj felt it was time to make a career shift into the field of preschool education. Though her new career is just beginning, she knows in her heart that this is what she’s meant to do. Nawracaj grew up …

Arlene Moore is a lifelong resident of Portage. She attended Jones Elementary School, Willowcreek Middle School, and Portage High School. She later earned her bachelor’s degree in social work from Purdue University Northwest in Westville. Today, Moore is …

It’s been a chilly stretch in Northwest Indiana, but Julie Scollard is working to bring a bit of summer glow back to the Region — one spray tan at a time. From her home-based studio in St. John, Scollard owns and operates Sun Kissed Tan, an …

PEGGS Diner has been serving up smiles, reliable hospitality, and consistently delicious food in the South Bend community for the last 25 years. Peg Dalton, owner and operator, has placed family above all and community engagement at the forefront of her …

April showers bring May flowers. As one month comes to a close, the last month of the school year for many students is underway with warm days ahead! Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend and be sure to add some to …

What’s recently happened? The Academic Super Bowl was held April 21 at Wheeler High School (WHS). Teams from around the area showed up to compete in English, math, science, social studies, and fine arts. Students are able to be in two of the teams at once …

For months, Michelle Veld put off going to the doctor despite having a lot of pain. When Veld decided to go to the doctor, the first doctor she saw told her she was fine. This was despite x-rays and a thorough exam. “I knew I wasn’t fine,” she said …