CPHS senior signs letter of intent

CROWN POINT | Crown Point High School senior track and field athlete Bailey Beckham signed a letter of intent to attend Butler University in Indianapolis and run track for the Bulldogs.

How to prepare kids to see their first 'Nutcracker'

Many moments in "The Nutcracker" are potentially confusing and sometimes even upsetting to young children.

Porter County Red Ribbon student winners lauded

VALPARAISO | It was a difficult story for Michaela Raffin to write, but if the essay she penned could help one person, it was worth it.

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Valparaiso University fans cheer Feb. 24 during the Crusaders' 71-59 win over Butler's Bulldogs at the Athletics-Recreation Center at VU.

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Valparaiso's Ryan Broekhoff runs into the bleachers with the Crusaders' newly won Horizon League men's basketball championship plaque after VU beat Butler 71-59 at the Athletics-Recreation Center at VU.

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Valparaiso's Ryan Broekhoff runs into the bleachers last season after the Crusaders won the Horizon League men's basketball championship by beating Butler 71-59 at the Athletics-Recreation Center.

Valparaiso University's Kevin Van Wijk

Valparaiso University's Kevin Van Wijk sinks a layup while Butler's Kameron Woods defends and Chrishawn Hopkins looks on during the Crusaders' 71-59 victory Friday night at the Athletics-Recreation Center.

Valpo rolling out big welcome for Horizon League tournament visitors

VALPARAISO | The scramble is on to put together plans to promote the city during next week's Horizon League championship basketball tournament at Valparaiso University.

Crusaders beat Butler at Hinkle for the first time since 1988

INDIANAPOLIS | Matt Kenney was a split-second late at his first chance to deliver a game-winner, so the Valparaiso junior made sure he finished off Butler when it counted.

Crusaders fall to Butler in penalty kicks

VALPARAISO | In a scene eerily reminiscent of a postseason loss three years ago, the Valparaiso women's soccer team saw its season end on penalty kicks against Butler in the Horizon League tournament Tuesday afternoon.

Where Are They Now?: Bob Bartolomeo

Bob Bartolomeo is optimistic about the University of Indianapolis football team's upcoming season, despite being picked to finish last in the seven-team North Division of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Conference.

HILLARY SMITH: Butler's run has residual effects

When Butler beat Pittsburgh to reach the Sweet 16 in the NCAA men's basketball tournament, Nick Hladek was sitting on a plane.

Butler's Shelvin Mack will test NBA draft waters

INDIANAPOLIS | Butler's Shelvin Mack wants to find out where he stands in the NBA draft.

U.S. senators announce wager on Butler, UConn game

The U.S. senators from Indiana on Monday announced a friendly wager on the NCAA men's championship game between the Butler Bulldogs and the UConn Huskies.

nwi.com Daily Update

The nwi.com daily news update for Friday April 1, 2011.

Substance, not style, for Butler and Wisconsin

NEW ORLEANS | Butler's Matt Howard took a stroll down Bourbon Street on Tuesday night, experiencing a strip of restaurants, bars and hangouts known for lavish parties and excess.

Butler coach keeps adding to impressive resume

INDIANAPOLIS | At age 34, Brad Stevens has already coached in a national championship game, won four straight regular-season league titles, beaten Bob Knight and reached the NCAA tournament's regional round in back-to-back years.

Butler University honors graduates

INDIANAPOLIS | On Dec. 19, 2010, Butler University presented diplomas to more than 80 undergraduate and graduate students, during its first winter commencement ceremonies. A total 157 students completed degree requirements during the fall 2010 semester; some will choose to participate in But…