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April is the first full month of spring. It’s the beginning of a new chapter in 2026; one that is filled with warmth, love, and every reason to enjoy the outdoor weather. With this being the week of Easter, you can expect plenty of egg hunts and appearances …

What’s recently happened? The ISSMA solo and ensemble is here for Whiting High School (WHS), and the band and choir has had much success this year. ISSMA solo and ensemble is a chance for instrumental and vocal students to show their talents by performing …

What’s recently happened? Recently, the Crown Point High School (CPHS) Girls Swim team made school history once again by winning the sectional championship for the fourth year in a row. This accomplishment reflects months of dedication, training, and …

What’s Happened? On March 11, Lowell High School featured the Special Olympics basketball team playing its 11th annual game in The Pit against Lake Central High School’s Special Olympics team. The event remains a strong tradition that brings together …

For Andy Kaplar, teaching at Merrillville High School is more than just a job — it’s a return to the place that helped shape him. A 2008 graduate of Merrillville High School, Kaplar now teaches World History in the same building where he once sat as a …

Being vocal about women’s health wasn’t always the norm. For Pamela Davenport, it became a mission shaped by survival, resilience, and a determination to make sure other women never feel as alone or uninformed as she once did. Davenport was just 34 years …

What’s recently happened? The Hammond Academy of Performing Arts (HAPA) at Morton High School (MHS) brought one of theater’s most beloved stories to life with its production of Peter Pan. For many cast members, the journey was just as magical as the …

What’s recently happened? The Area Career Center (ACC) recently had its annual National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) induction ceremony. Students that average a 3.0 or above grade point average, good attendance and demonstrate a good work ethic in class …

Things are starting to heat up at the turn of the new season. There’s nothing more spectacular than spending time outside with family, friends, and the people you care about the most. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this …