Highland campout brings great outdoors home
Sometimes it's nice to get away from it all, but doing that can be a stretch for many area families. So north Township Trustee Frank Mrvan brought the getaway close...
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Monthly dances ‘a time to have fun’
Justin Bishop of Crown Point loves to dance, but doesn't often have people to dance with. His window to show off his moves opened up recently at The Sweetheart Dance...
Dyer parade a spirited event
On a recent Saturday, hundreds of people sporting red, white, and blue clothing and decorations streamed into Dyer's Pheasant Hills Park. Memorial Day had passed and Fourth of July hadn't...
Hammond facility has summer fun down to a science
For many parents, keeping children occupied during the summer break from school can be a challenge. Others have it down to a science. "My daughter Delany just loves science, and...
Event instrumental to success of school arts programs
Charter School of the Dunes music teacher Carlos Perkins averages 25 students per class from grades K-8. His department does not own the instruments they use, most are on loan....
Close shave for six at Buckley Homestead
Without their annual haircut, six residents of Buckley Homestead County Park may have died in the wool. But after their appointment with Lowell farmer Joe Reed, the sheep emerge about...
Paws Parade showcases adoptable pets
Carolyn Franklin believes rescue dogs make the best pets. To that end, the Highland resident has adopted two dogs and two cats from local shelters, as well as supports those...
Tutus, tiaras and running shoes
Carol Bachinski and her granddaughter Laura Bachinski, 9, both of Lowell, were very disappointed last month when their plan to participate in a running event in their hometown was canceled...
Crossroads Chamber shows off members at Expo event
Shelly Harrington of Crown Point plans to open a hair salon this year, and she currently is looking for ways to market her new venture. A friend suggested she research...
Community grows around trustee’s garden beds
Alamar Lerma knows how tough it can be to put food on the dinner table. The Munster resident grew up in a family with seven siblings and contributed to the...