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How to Prevent Frozen Pipes
Bitter cold is forecast for the Northwest Indiana and Chicago area over the next week with daytime highs in the teens and overnight lows below zero. This means pipes in homes are in danger of freezing and bursting, leading an emergency call to the plumber and expensive water damage in the house. The freezing temperatures…
Mommy’s Little Piggy Contest is This Sat Dec 17
On Saturday, December 17, the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority hosts The “Mommy’s Little Piggy” mashed potato eating contest featuring plates mounded with mashed potatoes and contestants of different age groups. With tongue in cheek, the contest that pays tribute to Warner Bros.’ holiday favorite A Christmas Story showing “how the piggies eat.” Mrs.…
A Christmas Story Returns With Santa’s Mountain
The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond opened “A Christmas Story Comes Home” exhibit Sat. Nov. 12 which runs through Dec. 30. presented by The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, the popular exhibit, showcases a variety of scenes that people will recognize from the beloved 1980s film “A Christmas Story.” The Indiana Welcome…
How to Care for Your Real Christmas Tree
Tips To Keep Your Tree Alive And Thriving The single most important consideration for the care and longevity of your tree is water. When you get your tree home, cut about ½” of the trunk off and get it in the stand as soon as possible. Check the tree daily by bending a needle or…
Santa’s Mountain is Back at A Christmas Story in 2022
The Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond opened “A Christmas Story Comes Home” exhibit Sat. Nov. 12 which runs through Dec. 30. presented by The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority, the popular exhibit, showcases a variety of scenes that people will recognize from the beloved 1980s film “A Christmas Story.” The Indiana Welcome…
All Branches All Wars Memorial Exhibit Announced – Hammond Indiana
Story by Valencia “Mother Diva” Dantzler, Hammond Indiana’s American Legion Post 168 and Veterans View’s Radio Show presented a very special ceremony at the corner of Lyman and Douglas where the Monon and Erie Lackawanna bike trails intersect. The unveiling of a Tribute to Our Troops All Branches All Wars Future Exhibit. The ceremony’s organizer…
Frank Mrvan Wins Congressional Race Over Newcomer Jennifer Ruth Green
Although newcomer Jennifer Ruth Green won in Porter County and also LaPorte County, Frank Mrvan’s long history of service in Lake County tipped him over the top, serving as North Township Trustee for 16 years, and leaving that position to run for office as Representative in 2021. Lake County had a higher voter…
Successful Thriller Dance Held by Mother Diva in Gary Indiana
Story by Valencia “Mother Diva” Dantzler, Last weekend Thriller Dance 2300 (Founder & Executive Director Valencia “Mother Diva’ Dantzler ) a non profit organization which provides resources for Gary Indiana families continuing the legacy of Michael J. Jackson and StageCoach Productions (President/CEO Veteran, Cowboy & Buffalo Soldier Tommy O. Penson Jr.) a non…
Celebrate the Indiana Dunes 1 Year Anniversary this Weekend! Nov 4th – 6th
Indiana Dunes is Celebrating the Anniversary of the formation and saving foundation of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park on Saturday, November 5th. After a long struggle starting in 1917, with sacrifices and co-existing with industry and neighborhoods, the National Lakeshore took a solid step on Nov 5, 1966, with Senator Paul H. Douglas of…
5 Reasons Why Voting Is Important
In a busy life, why is it important to vote? Just like grabbing that hot, enlightening, and needed cup of coffee, you have to be sure you get your ballot and submit it! We must elect people the way it was intended—openly, honestly, and fairly! One, people fought and continue…
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