Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
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🏘️ Community
On Sunday, Oct. 4, Boys and Girls Club of Greater Northwest Indiana held Passport to Impact: Tour to Spain at Valparaiso BGC (BGCGNWI), staging a Spanish-themed fundraiser with nine interactive booths and tapas that raised support for youth programs.
Proceeds from the event benefited the club’s long-term programming.
📰 Economy
Northwest Indiana's economic investments are prompting discussion about housing and infrastructure.
The Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana and the Lake County IN Economic Alliance will host the Economic Outlook Breakfast on Thursday, Oct.15 at Halls of St. George in Schererville.
🎓 Education
Indiana University Northwest has secured a $3 million grant to launch ASCEND, a program that builds AI skills and connects students with local career pathways.
The initiative prepares students for future opportunities in the growing AI workforce.
🏈 Sports
Senior Dominic Giglio rushed for 197 yards and scored the winning touchdown as Hanover Central edged Munster 21 to 14 in a Northwest Crossroads Conference homecoming game on Friday, Sept.
25. His key performance led the team to a home victory.
Andrean’s football team extended its five-game winning streak — scoring 21 points in the first quarter — by shutting out Highland 42-0 on Friday, Sept.
25 at Andrean.
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