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APR 7

Indiana is Home to the Mascot Hall of Fame & This Celebrated Mascot Maker

By Katy Mann
Jennifer Smith thought she was pursuing a career in making avant-garde theater costumes, but when the casual nature of theatre costumes and budgets didn’t meet her style, mascots knocked on her door. She’s always been interested in conceptual costumes, “Things... Read more
APR 5

These Basketball Cathedrals Are the 10 Best High School Gyms in Indiana

By Visit Indiana
Our special Best of Indiana High School Gyms campaign has come to a close, and after 3 weeks of voting, our readers have selected the best high school gyms in Indiana. This voting really showed us that basketball is not... Read more
NOV 24

These 9 Places Offer Amazing Pizza in Northwest Indiana

By Carrie Steinweg
It’s hard to find a person who doesn’t like pizza. What’s not to love? You’ve got a layer of fresh dough dripping with zesty sauce, topped with a pool of gooey cheese and dressed with meats and veggies or whatever... Read more
MAR 2

You'll Want to Add This Peruvian Restaurant to Your Foodie Bucket List

By Carrie Steinweg
If you’re like me and like trying new foods, you’ll want to head to Highland to check out Jose’s Family Restaurant. I was making my way around Northwest Indiana one afternoon at lunchtime and wanted to go somewhere I had... Read more
SEP 30

Four Northwest Indiana Breweries You Need To Visit

By Carrie Steinweg
The craft beer industry has been booming the past decade-plus and its showing no signs of slowing down. Indiana is definitely one of the best states to spend time if you are an aficionado of craft beers. With over 150... Read more
JUL 1

This Seafood Spot in Miller Beach is My New Favorite NWI Restaurant

By Carrie Steinweg
I’m a big foodie and every time someone highly recommends a place to me, I add it to my foodie bucket list. Next to it I try to add the name of the person who recommended it so I can... Read more
MAR 27

Stargazing: The Night Sky Above Lake Michigan's South Shore is Magical

By Erika Dahl
As you move further from the bright lights of big cities, like Chicago, you’ll be able to enjoy the celestial sky and bright stars by stargazing along the South Shore of Lake Michigan. If you’re from a smaller, rural town,... Read more
FEB 28

This Small Town is a Haven for Foodies & Craft Beer Lovers

By Carrie Steinweg
I was in the Northern Indiana town of Griffith recently for the first time in a while and was reminded of what a great job they’ve done in revamping their downtown. The three unique restaurants and three craft breweries below... Read more
FEB 4

Mascot Mischief: The National Mascot Hall of Fame Has Arrived in Indiana

By Carrie Steinweg
Just before the December 26 grand opening of the National Mascot Hall of Fame in Whiting, I attended media day to get a sneak peek of this long-awaited attraction located just beyond downtown near Whihala Beach. Children from local schools... Read more
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