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Lansing’s diversity of cultures, our tradition of popular events, and our proximity to Chicago are all sources for a variety of arts and entertainment that help build community.
Reimagining Gary: Hundreds gather to celebrate Hard Rock Casino opening
$300 million Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana brings over 700 new jobs and other investments into community
by Josh Bootsma and Melanie Jongsma
GARY, Ind. (May...
Lansing musician Andrew Denlinger releases new single May 14
By Katie Arvia
LANSING, Ill. (May 13, 2021) – In progress since 2019, Lansing musician Andrew Denlinger is releasing his new single, “Alright (Feelin’ Pretty...
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana opens Friday, May 14
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Gary, IN (May 7, 2021) – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana’s $300 million casino and entertainment destination...
Chicago Southland CVB partners with organizations to launch Visit Chicagoland’s summer travel campaign
"The Only Thing Missing Is You" campaign showcases local attractions, businesses and the metropolitan Chicago area
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Cadou Decor to bring high-end boutique and art gallery to Ridge Road
Owner Summer Megdadi plans to transform former Card Carousel into luxury boutique for art, decor, and furniture
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 3, 2021) –...
Teen Arts Board at South Shore Arts unveils new anti-racism mural
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MUNSTER, Ind. (April 19, 2021) – The South Shore Arts Teen Arts Board has finished its first public art...
Lansing announces Fox Pointe schedule, prepares for COVID-impacted season
By Josh Bootsma
LANSING, Ill. (April 20, 2021) – The Village of Lansing has announced the 2021 Fox Pointe schedule of events and is planning...
District 158 earns national award for music education efforts
BY JIM MASTERS
LANSING, Ill. (April 16, 2021) – School District 158’s music program has really “struck a chord” with the National Association of Music...
Joe Jackson’s guitar unveiled as first piece of memorabilia at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
By Josh Bootsma
GARY, Ind. (April 8, 2021) – Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana unveiled its 37-foot marquee on Thursday, as well as the guitar...
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by Jim SiergeyJim Siergey submitted this nartoon in observance of April as National Poetry Month.Related:What is 'nart'? You'll know it when you see it
April ‘Art in Focus’ programs announced at South Shore Arts
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MUNSTER, Ind. (March 28, 2021) – The South Shore Arts Art in Focus program, founded in 1996 by retired...
South Shore Arts presents ‘Art in Focus’ programs in March
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HAMMOND, Ind. (February 22, 2021) – The South Shore Arts "Art in Focus" program, founded in 1996 by retired...
New book explores comedian and Harvey native Tom Dreesen’s unlikely success
Despite humble origins in the south suburbs, the famed comedian has been heralded in Hollywood and across the nation
By Carrie Steinweg
LANSING, Ill. (February 25,...