A Closer Look at Northern Indiana’s Nature
This is a guest blog by Alyssa Nyberg written as a Nature Note Article Rain soaked and exhausted, I stand at the edge of a wetland. My hair is plastered to my face, my shirt is askew, and my jeans Read more
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Indulge in a Taste of Asia at Asparagus Restaurant
Our daughter has lived in Asia for several years. While our intent has been to visit her in her second home, our budget has not allowed it. A tasty alternative was to visit Asparagus Restaurant in Merrillville located in the northwestern Read more
Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay: What You Need to Know
The Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay is approaching quickly! The over 2,200 torchbearers, representing all 92 Indiana counties will be announced on Wednesday, June 29th at 10 a.m. ET at the Indiana Statehouse. Speakers will include the Lieutenant Governor Eric Holcomb and Read more
Experience Modern Farming at Fair Oaks Farms
We lived on a dairy farm when first married so I know some of the challenges dairy farmers face and the steps involved in caring for livestock. For those of you who have not had that privilege—and yes, I consider Read more
Bike the Pumpkinvine Trail
I love being in the country. Having grown up surrounded by the quiet of farm fields and pastures, I yearn for that same peacefulness in the hustle of today’s schedules. Often my husband, who also grew up in the country, Read more
Just Dunes It: A Weekend on Lake Michigan
My wife (Chelsi) and I spent my 30th birthday in Italy on our honeymoon. So when her 30th came around, we had to do something to match the awesomeness of mine. So, a trip to the Indiana Dunes was planned and Read more
Be Inspired at the Decatur Sculpture Tour
It’s amazing what one can construct with hundreds of pieces of metal. Maybe even a horse. If you don’t believe me, go to Decatur, Indiana and observe “Seat’s Taken’. It is a new sculpture designed and assembled by Decatur Read more
State Park Admission is Just 10 Cents on June 4-5!
Visiting a state park in Indiana on June 4 or 5 will cost just pocket change — literally. That’s because Indiana State Parks is celebrating its 100th birthday by “rolling back” gate admission to a 10-cents-per-person donation for each of Read more
Summer is the Time to ‘Tak-in’ a Hoosier Zoo
The sun is shining which means thousands of animals throughout Indiana’s zoos are smiling — at least the ones that like warm weather. Indiana’s zoos have a plethora of opportunities to view traditional animals like giraffes to the unusual like Read more
Hints for Last-Minute Mother’s Day Plans
Mother’s Day is approaching and you’re in a tight spot—you’ve forgotten to plan. Many restaurants are booked with reservations. Think creative to show love and appreciation for your mum. Think ‘no reservations needed’. If weather is cooperative where you live Read more
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