Hobart youth program participation growing

HOBART | Hobart is tipping its cap to the new Community Athletic Program.

Hobart chamber networking luncheon slated Wednesday

HOBART | The Hobart Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking luncheon at noon Wednesday at County Line Orchard.

Lake Station parks panel mulls approval of lease agreement

LAKE STATION | The Lake Station Park Board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the city's municipal center, 1969 Central Ave.

Hobart Board of Works hears update on abandoned house

HOBART | Building official Mike Hannigan had only good things to report about cleanup of an abandoned house at 1230 Fleming St. that was overrun by raccoons.

Hobart council's master plan panel to meet Wednesday

HOBART | The Hobart City Council's Master Plan Committee will meet at 5 p.m. on Wednesday at City Hall, 414 Main St.

Police: Shoplifters get creative, but still get caught

PORTAGE | Two alleged shoplifters tried to get creative Wednesday in stealing goods from two local retailers. Despite their efforts, both were arrested.

Hobart chamber to discuss 61st Avenue improvements

HOBART | The Hobart Chamber of Commerce will hold a networking breakfast at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday to discuss the third phase of the 61st Avenue improvement project.

Lake Station farmers market continues on Wednesday

LAKE STATION | The weekly farmers market is from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in the courtyard of the new municipal complex, 1969 Central Ave.

Lake Station mayor is hosting movie nights on Wednesdays

LAKE STATION | Mayor Keith Soderquist is holding movie night with the mayor every Wednesday starting at dusk in the city courtyard, 1969 Central Ave.

Ash Wednesday Service

Father Kevin McCarthy of St. Teresa of Avila holds an Ash Wednesday service.

Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians

The Rev. Kevin McCarthy rubs ashes on the forehead of Valparaiso resident Fran Wulf during an Ash Wednesday service at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University.

Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians

Valparaiso University senior Lindsey Dillingham drinks Communion wine from a chalice after receiving ashes during an Ash Wednesday service at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University.

Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians

Bob Emery, of Wanatah, has ashes rubbed onto his forehead in the shape of a cross during an Ash Wednesday service at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University. Christians in Northwest Indiana worshiped in churches Wednesday to observe the start of the Lenten season.

St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University.

Ashes from burned palms wait to be distributed to parishioners at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center during an Ash Wednesday service.

Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians

The Rev. Kevin MCarthy drinks from a Communion chalice with ashes on his forehead during an Ash Wednesday service at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University.

Symbolic time of sacrifice, service begins for Christians

Valparaiso resident Pat Greenboam has ashes rubbed onto her forehead during an Ash Wednesday service at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Student Center at Valparaiso University.

Lake Station mayor planning movie night with treats, guest

LAKE STATION | Mayor Keith Soderquist will sponsor a movie with the mayor night starting at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the new city complex, 1969 Central Ave.

Valparaiso's Mark Wilson runs 501st race

Valparaiso's Mike Wilson, center, ran his 501st race Wednesday at the Friendship 5K at Wicker Park in Highland. Wilson, a retired executive, is a member of the Calumet Striders and runs their website.

Valparaiso's Mark Wilson runs 501st race

Valparaiso's Mike Wilson, center, ran his 501st race Wednesday at the Friendship 5K at Wicker Park in Highland. Wilson, a retired executive, is a member of the Calumet Striders and runs their website.

Valparaiso's Mark Wilson runs 501st race

Valparaiso’s Mike Wilson, center, ran his 501st race Wednesday at the Friendship 5K at Wicker Park in Highland. The 69-year-old, a retired executive, is a member of the Calumet Striders and runs their website.