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Vale Park West Trail Opens in Valparaiso

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources and the City of Valparaiso celebrated the opening of the Vale Park West Trail on Thursday, Nov. 5. “Trails are a vital resource in Indiana. They drive community connection, promote healthy Hoosiers, and expand outdoor recreation opportunities,” said Dale Brier, DNR’s deputy director of Community Grants & Trails.

Valparaiso, IN · 22h
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Friday Night Football Fever: Penn Kingsmen prepare for class 6A showdown vs Crown Point

What strategy does Coach Pete Riordan emphasize for the game?. Two of the best teams in Indiana square off as the Penn Kingsmen (11-0) travel to Crown Point (11-0) on Friday night. The 6A regional championship will mark the 4th straight year that these two powers have met in the...

Crown Point, IN · 2d
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Lake County Council Oks $6.4M SSCVA Budget, Eyes Bears Move and AI Scouting

The Lake County Council voted 5-0 to approve a roughly $6.4 million 2027 budget for the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, capping a year that SSCVA officials say brought record hotel stays, a jump in tax collections, and a growing role for artificial intelligence in scouting events across the region.

Lake County, IN · 1d
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LPHS Orchestra Players Make Grade

(La Porte, IN) - Twelve La Porte Community School Corporation string players earned seats in the Indiana American String Teachers Association’s 2026 All-Region Orchestra. They joined student musicians from across northern Indiana for a weekend of rehearsals and concerts at Robert A. Taft Middle School in Crown Point. Seven...

La Porte, IN · 8h
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Lake County Sheriff Wins Right to Fight State's $354K Misspending Claim

Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr. will get to argue in court that Indiana's state auditors overstepped their authority when they accused him of misspending nearly $300,000 in jail commissary funds and demanded he personally repay the money. A judge sided with Martinez's push to challenge that authority, allowing his case to move toward trial rather than being thrown out.

Lake County, IN · 2d

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Porter Co. Recycling Celebrates America Recycles Day at Strack & Van Til Stores

The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County says it is celebrating America Recycles Day on Monday, November 16, 2026, and Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at the following Strack & Van Til locations in Porter County:. – Monday, November 16th, 2026: 10am-12pm at the Valparaiso Strack & Van Til...

Porter County, IN · 1d

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Valpo Athletics Mourns the Passing of Legendary Director of Athletics Bill Steinbrecher ‘57

Valpo Athletics Mourns the Passing of Legendary Director of Athletics Bill Steinbrecher ‘57. The Valparaiso University Department of Athletics is saddened by the loss of Dr. Bill Steinbrecher, who passed away early this morning, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at the age of 92. A 2005 inductee into the Valpo...

Valparaiso, IN · 1d

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This Day in Region Football History: 11/11

1938 – Lew Wallace ends the year with a 6-0 win over Gary Froebel for the second straight season. 1949 – East Chicago Roosevelt moves to 9-0 with a 28-0 shutout of crosstown rival EC Washington, en route to a perfect season and their fourth state title in five years.

Hobart, IN · 2d

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Gary Lawmakers Gain Political Power as Indiana Republicans Lose Supermajority

Gary’s Democratic lawmakers have spent 14 years in a Statehouse where Republicans could hold sessions, pass bills, and set the agenda without them. Starting in January, that changes. For Democrats, who spent more than a decade powerless and unable to stop anything in the Indiana House, the change is...

Indiana · 3d

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BLITZ’S CLASS 2A REGIONAL PRIMER: Wheeler at Eastside

Outside the Huddle is breaking down every area regional matchup scheduled for this Friday. We look to Class 2A as undefeated Eastside (11-0) plays host to Wheeler (11-1). Wheeler wants to win one way, by running junior Levi Murray down opponents’ throats. It sure has worked for the most...

Wheeler, IN · 1d

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Wetzel’s Pretzels Opens New Locations Inside Walmarts in Hammond, Indiana

Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s), the iconic brand known for its fresh, hand-rolled pretzels, has opened two new bakeries inside Walmart Supercenters in Hammond, Indiana. The openings build on Wetzel’s growing partnership with Walmart, the world’s largest retailer, as the brand continues expanding its store-within-a-store model. The new bakeries are located at 7850 Cabela Dr. and 1100 5th Ave.

Hammond, IN · 2d

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Valpo Council Votes To Raise Permit Fees

The Monday night, November 9th Valparaiso City Council meeting went for just under an hour and a half. There were two ordinances and one item of other business. After the Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Jon Costas, speaking for all council members, congratulated Councilwoman Barbara Domer on her election to be the new Clerk of the Porter County courts. Domer will serve as a Valpo councilmember for district 3 until January. The Democrat committeemen will hold a caucus before then to appoint someone to replace her.

Valparaiso, IN · 1d

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United Way Northwest Indiana Names Barry Tyler Jr. Chief Community Impact Officer

United Way Northwest Indiana has appointed Barry Tyler Jr. as Chief Community Impact Officer. With nearly two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, education, and public service, Tyler brings a strong background in regional philanthropy, youth development, and strategies that expand opportunity. As a member of the organization’s executive...

Porter County, IN · 1d

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Valpo U men’s basketball falls at South Dakota State, 81-69

Hopoi Sets Career Highs in Defeat at South Dakota State. Carter Hopoi (Tauranga, New Zealand / Mount Maunganui College NZ) upped his career highs in scoring and rebounding, but the Valparaiso University men’s basketball team fell 81-69 to South Dakota State on Wednesday night in Brookings, S.C. The Jackrabbits, who own the third-best home record nationally since 2011-12 behind Gonzaga and Kansas, improved to 3-0 by prevailing in a battle of two teams that entered the night ranked in the Mid-Major Top 25.

Valparaiso, IN · 1d

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Gary Schools to Host Holiday Help Fair December 18, Bringing Resources and Holiday Cheer to Families

As the holiday season approaches, the Gary Community School Corporation (GCSC) is preparing to bring families, local organizations and community leaders together for a day of giving, support and celebration. The district will host its second annual Holiday Help Fair on Friday, December 18, 2026, at the Gary Public Library...

Gary, IN · 14h

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Amarion Hunter to Join Valpo Men’s Basketball Program

The Valparaiso University men's basketball team has announced the addition of Amarion Hunter (Dallas, Texas / Dallas Carter), a 6-foot-3 guard who has signed to join the program as a freshman beginning with the 2027-2028 season. "Amarion is an unbelievable get for us," head coach Roger Powell Jr. said. "He...

Valparaiso, IN · 1d