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Job help for heroes
Robert Stowers didn’t expect to walk into a job fair at American Legion Post 260 and walk out with a job. But he did. Stowers, 25, served more than six years in the Army, much of it in Iraq and Afghanistan. The Valparaiso resident completed …
Gary’s classy ladies in red hats
For Gary women in the city’s first Red Hat Society chapter, Arbelia Caruthers is “Queen Mother.” The organization offers camaraderie and support to women over 50. Beyond that there are no guidelines, and some good-naturedly claim this “organization” of women dressed in bright reds and …
Parkinsons group holding benefit
When Elizabeth Woodbury, of Highland, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease her first reaction was, “What’s that?” The second thought for the then 51-year-old was, “I’m too young.” She discovered, in fact, she wasn’t too young to get the disease, which is a disorder of the …
Guardsman gives battalion flag to city
After a trip to Iraq in 2005 and six years being missing, a flag representing 1st Sgt. John Tracey’s service in the city’s National Guard contingent is now part of City Hall. Tracey presented the city with the flag for National Guard Company B 113th …
RELIGION BRIEFS
CROWN POINT Northwest Seventh-Day Adventist Church: 10570 Randolph St. — Healthy eating seminar, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 19, food samples, cooking demonstrations and discussions about how to eat healthier, call Patricia Appleton at (773) 881-4957 for more information. St. Matthias: 101 W. …
A sporting chance
Dr. Bernard C. Watson Academy for Boys made it to the big leagues when retired White Sox coach Wallace Johnson stepped to the stage during the recent “Take Me Out to the Ball Game” program. The event also served as a celebration for recent IRead …
Ways to ease the pain
Who hasn’t complained of a sore back? It’s not surprising because, according to estimates, 80 percent of the adult population experiences back pain at some point in their lives. The good news is that, in most cases, back pain is not something that has to …
IUN is a good fit for adult learners
Indiana University Northwest is an ideal choice for adult learners who wish to return to college while still immersed in the duties of their busy lives. Those with working and domestic commitments can still find time to pursue their degree thanks to flexible options for …
Driving for dollars
Portage High School’s National Honor Society teamed up with Paul Heuring Ford of Hobart to raise money through Ford’s Drive 4 UR School fundraiser. The car dealership brought 10 cars to the school for the April 27 event. For each test drive taken by a …
Wild about gardens
With the onset of mild weather, those with green thumbs turn to their garden blueprints. Recently, many of them could be found browsing flowers, plants, shrubs and trees at the 13th annual Native Plant Sale at Gibson Woods. Sponsored by the Wild Ones organization, the …
Learning by working
The Interdisciplinary Cooperative Education program and Gary Community School Corp. held their 55th annual Employers Recognition Luncheon April 25 for local employers who hired students from the Business Professionals of America clubs. BPA clubs are active at Lew Wallace STEM and West Side Leadership academies. …
Northwest Indiana Weekly Planner
AN EVENING OUT “Jazzing in Black and Red”: 5 p.m. Sunday, May 19, Genesis Convention Center, 5th Avenue and Broadway; concert, dinner/dance, and musical entertainment by Diane “Lil’ Sax” Ellis and the Jazzy Ladies; cost $40 per person, $75 per couple, presented by The Greater …
Filling empty bowls
Every spring for the past six years, Portage Township schools, local churches, businesses, organizations and individuals have joined together to help raise money for the Portage Food Pantry. On April 27, months of work came to fruition at the annual Empty Bowls Project. Student artists …
School News
High Ability Program: The Gary Community School Corporation High Ability Program is accepting applications from students interested in participating in the program during the upcoming school year. Applications are available at the High Ability Programs Office, Wirt-Emerson Visual and Performing Arts High Ability Academy, 210 …
Education briefs
National Merit scholarships: Several Northwest Indiana high school seniors have been awarded scholarships. Emma Hong and Peter Kraft of Munster High School, Elizabeth Benson of Chesterton High School, Kelsey Hopkins of Crown Point High School all have been awarded $2,500 National Merit scholarships and William …
Get up and go!
SCHERERVILLE Shopping affair: Event planner Anne-Marie presents a shopping affair vendor and craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at the Patrician Banquet Center, 410 E. U.S. Hwy. 30. Admission is $1. Part of the proceeds benefit the Humane Society of …
