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Joey D’Auria, center, as Bozo, joined legendary Cubs broadcasters Steve Stone, left, and the late Harry Caray in the broadcast announcer’s booth in 1996. (Grant DePorter photo/courtesy of Joey D’Auria)

Of Notoriety: WGN’s Bozo the Clown alter ego Joey D’Auria in Crown Point Saturday

July 3, 2024 at 1:27 p.m.

The Bozo the Clown I recall most from my youth is the late Bob Bell, who wore the famed red bulb nose when WGN-TV launched their “Bozo’s Circus” broadcast in...

Leading the 16-member cast of Chicago Street Theatre’s “Lear” are Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano, second from left, as the title character ruler of Britain, and her daughters played by Molly Herren, left to right, as Cordelia, Mahaffa Thompson as Goneril and Ashleigh Happer as Regan during the July 12-21 Valparaiso run. (Chicago Street Theatre)

Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’ gets gender twist for Chicago Street stage

July 2, 2024 at 5:00 a.m.

William Shakespeare’s "King Lear" will be performed July 12-21 outdoors and at Chicago Street Theatre in Valparaiso.

The Valparaiso Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies for hiring, discipline, termination and promotion regulations and has opted to not support a state recommendation to establish a local merit board and merit system to guide department personnel needs.

Valpo council, police chief agree state-mandated merit board ‘not needed’

July 1, 2024 at 11:09 a.m.

Valparaiso City Council members unanimously voted against a resolution created by state legislation recommending a merit board be created to oversee personnel issues related to city police and fire department...

Peggy Potempa and classmate Camillia Plaga Doherty display their Class of 1949 Wheatfield High School yearbook, as Chester Potempa, left, observes during the June 22, 2024, 75th class reunion dinner held at the Wheatfield Town Hall. (Philip Potempa/for Post-Tribune)

From the Farm: Mom’s 75th high school reunion includes nod to EC’s Betsy Palmer

June 28, 2024 at 3:17 p.m.

Last weekend marked a special milestone for my mom Peggy.

Left to right: J. Cole Becton, Angel Purl, Elena Farley and Noah Bryant are the ensemble stars of “Starting Here, Starting Now” July 3-13 at Canterbury Summer Theatre in Michigan City. (Canterbury Guild)

‘Starting Here, Starting Now’ brings summer romance musical to Canterbury stage

June 27, 2024 at 5:43 a.m.

‘Starting Here, Starting Now’ brings summer romance musical to Canterbury stage By Philip Potempa The stage and script term “breaking the fourth wall” isn’t always an easy feat to successfully...

Linda Eisenhauer, left to right, photographed with NWI Symphony Maestro Kirk Muspratt and his companion Crystal Mae Chandler, South Shore Arts Board President William Neff and columnist Phil Potempa at the Oct. 6, 2023, NWI Symphony Gala Dinner at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts in Munster. (Tony Panek/photo)

From the Farm: Arts advocate Linda Eisenhauer’s passing leaves lasting legacy

June 21, 2024 at 4:33 p.m.

Linda Grube Eisenhauer passed away unexpectedly on June 19, after what was a brief spell befell her at her Crown Point home, stricken by not feeling well. She was 86.

A cobblestone border creates a landscaped yard island brimming with hostas, impatiens, showcased planters, ornamental grasses and other feature highlights designed by a member of the Lake County Master Gardeners Association. (Lake County Master Gardeners Association photo)

Of Notoriety: Eight gardens, five communities highlighted for garden walk

June 19, 2024 at 10:13 a.m.

Eight gardens scattered among the communities of Cedar Lake, Dyer, St. John, Schererville and Munster are highlighted for the 2024 Lake County Master Gardeners Annual Garden Walk from 10 a.m....

Amanda Tomczak and Robert Morris star in the cast of “Talley’s Folly” June 28-July 14th at Dunes Summer Theatre in Michigan City. (Dunes Summer Theatre)

‘Talley’s Folly’ courts romance charm at Dunes Summer Theatre

June 18, 2024 at 5:00 a.m.

Dunes Summer Theatre presents “Talley’s Folly” June 28-July 14 in Michigan City.

Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas listens as artist Chad Copeland explains the design symbolism of his latest steel sculpture at the unveiling at the Flounder and Friends Skate Park on Thursday. (Philip Potempa/for Post-Tribune)

Valpo skate park art sculpture unveiled with promise of ‘more to come’

June 16, 2024 at 10:51 a.m.

Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas joined city and community leaders Thursday to welcome the first phase of art installations around the city and a promise of “more the come” for artistic...

Columnist Phil Potempa, far right, joins his oldest brother Tom in congratulating great-nephew Connor, center, and his mom Bethany, left, following the June 2, 2024, Sunday outdoor graduation commencement exercises at the North Judson-San Pierre High School football field. (Family photo/provided)

From the Farm: Great nephew’s graduation and achievements a reason to celebrate

June 14, 2024 at 3:51 p.m.

Writing and delivering a speech is not easy. When adding a dose of humor to a public presentation or funny story or clever anecdote, there’s the added risk of the...

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