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Of Notoriety: Valparaiso Artist Guild’s first exhibit of 2026 yields vibrant works
I had the honor of a return invite to the Artists’ Guild of Valparaiso with a judge's ribbon for last weekend’s opening exhibit of 2026.
From the Farm: Whiting kitchen claim-to-fame Laura Kurella’s ‘3-peat’ win is Michigan cherry recipe
For three years in a row, Laura Kurella has won the People’s Choice award in the Minnesota Cultivated Wild Rice Council's recipe contest.
Of Notoriety: Harlem Globetrotters celebrating milestone at Valparaiso University
The Harlem Globetrotters return to Valparaiso University Jan. 20 for an exhibition game as one of the first dates of their “100 Year Tour.”
From the Farm: Whiting Groundhog Day gala dinner ready for trifecta year
It’s no wonder the Whiting-Robertsdale Historical Society moved up the date for the Third Annual Groundhog Day Gala to Saturday, Jan. 31.
Of Notoriety: South Shore Arts opens year with new exhibits, Rosie and Rivets back at Blue Chip
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Of Notoriety: WJOB radio broadcasting returns to 1956 Hammond studio space
Tuesday morning marked an interesting first for me while broadcasting my weekly radio show, which shares the same name as this column.
From the Farm: Epiphany Sunday and Charlie Finley’s live nativity in LaPorte
During one of the recent sermons at our rural All-Saints Catholic Church, Rev. Terry Bennis shared recollections of growing up in LaPorte.
Of Notoriety: Hammond High, Gary Lew Wallace grads star in sold-out holiday parody
David Cerda's premiere of Hell in a Handbag Productions' “The Real Housewives of The North Pole” in Chicago is his latest parody.
From the Farm: Chardonnay a ‘secret’ cake ingredient for holiday or any day
During our dad’s funeral observance, friends and neighbors made sure there was comfort food for our family during our time of grief.