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South Shore Arts pop-up exhibit highlighting artwork by students and instructors

South Shore Arts pop-up exhibit highlighting artwork by students and instructors

People can check out the work of South Shore art students and instructors at a pop-up exhibit this week. The fifth annual Works in Progress pop-up exhibition runs through Sunday, March 31 in the Main Gallery at the Visual and Performing Arts Center at 1040 Ridge Road in Munster. It showcases art created by students, …

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Opera singer selected for the Indiana Arts Commission’s OnRamp program

Northwest Indiana-based opera singer Aquilia McCain has been selected for the Indiana Arts Commission’s 2024 On-Ramp program. McCain was one of 30 cohorts selected for the prestigious and highly competitive statewide program. It gives artists and creative professionals throughout Indiana a chance to hone their entrepreneurial and community engagement skills. Elaine Grogan Luthrull of Minerva …

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NU doctor calls for greater focus on preventive healthcare |  News, Sports, Work

NU doctor calls for greater focus on preventive healthcare | News, Sports, Work

Staff photo by Fritz Busch. Dr. Bradley Burger, MD, of New Ulm Medical Center, said prevention is the best medicine at the 2024 Home and Health Expo at the New Ulm Civic Center on Saturday. NEW ULM — New Ulm Medical Center OB/GYN and Primary Care Dr. Bradley Burger shared his thoughts on what health …

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The Termespheres exhibit opens at the South Dakota Museum of Art

The Termespheres exhibit opens at the South Dakota Museum of Art

SDSU Marketing and Communications BROOKINGS — The South Dakota Museum of Art at South Dakota State University will open its newest exhibit, “Thermospheres: No Beginning or End,” with a free public reception and artist talk from 5 to 7 p.m. March 23. Artist Dick Termes will speak at 6:00 p.m., discussing the spherical paintings in …

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Ask the Mayor: Bloomington’s Thomson on Summit District, Visual Arts, Kirkwood |  News

Ask the Mayor: Bloomington’s Thomson on Summit District, Visual Arts, Kirkwood | News

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Business Profile: UP Propane has grown to serve customers in 16 counties |  News, Sports, Work

Business Profile: UP Propane has grown to serve customers in 16 counties | News, Sports, Work

RR Branstrom | Daily Press Delivery driver Neil Larson fills a bobtail truck, the type that makes deliveries to rural homes, from a 30,000-gallon storage tank at UP Propane in Escanaba. EDITOR’S NOTE: The Daily Press will feature a series of articles about local businesses, highlighting their history and what makes them unique. The series …

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Stroll down ‘Folly Lane’: Timber Frame Folly celebrates 30 years of arts, community cohesion |  News, Sports, Work

Stroll down ‘Folly Lane’: Timber Frame Folly celebrates 30 years of arts, community cohesion | News, Sports, Work

Timber Frame Folly waits last Tuesday, ready for the spring events to begin. Tabitha Johnston SHEPHERDSTOWN — Over the past few decades, Timber Frame Madness has become one of Jefferson County’s best-kept secrets. Located in a wooded area behind a home at 301 Big Oak Drive, Timber Frame Folly has made a name for itself …

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Hillman wins basketball district finals against Posen, 65-45 |  News, Sports, Work

Hillman wins basketball district finals against Posen, 65-45 | News, Sports, Work

News Photo by Owen Kinsey The Hillman High School boys basketball team celebrates their victory over Posen High School in the district finals Friday at Hillman High School. HILLMAN — After taking care of Posen with ease twice this season, the Hillman Tigers (20-2, 10-0 NSLLD) prepared to face Posen again for Friday’s district finals. …

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The South Shore CVA will guide trip planners on tours of the region’s attractions

The South Shore CVA will guide trip planners on tours of the region’s attractions

The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is planting the seeds to attract more visits to Northwest Indiana. The Lake County Tourism Agency will offer tours of the region to participants in the Heartland Travel Showcase this weekend. The three-day event, connecting group tour operators with travel suppliers, takes place Friday through Sunday at the …

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