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SUSAN MIHALO: Become a community scientist to document species diversity in NWI

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
“The interest and contributions from community scientists are immensely helpful in driving research,” said Jennifer Thieme, senior science manager for Monarch Joint Venture in Minneapolis, Minnesota ... .
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No. 1 Marquette Catholic upset in regionals as Blazers’ season comes to shocking, sudden end

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
“They’re special kids, you know?” Marquette Catholic coach Katie Collignon said of the senior class she wasn’t prepared to let go. “They can change a program, and they have." ... .
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Bradly Basila plays closer as Chesterton earns big-time DAC win over Portage

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Friday night, Bradly Basila stepped up and played closer as Chesterton held off an undermanned Portage team to notch a big late-season DAC victory ... .
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Renee' Turpa’s legacy of leadership immortalized with gym dedication ceremony

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Renee' Turpa’s name has — and will always — carry weight around Portage. That’s especially true now that the same gymnasium she built her decorated basketball career takes her namesake ... .
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Kankakee Valley can't finish rally as its season ends at regional

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Despite its back being against the wall to begin the second half, time and again, Kankakee Valley fought hard to make it a game ... .
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Hundreds of USW workers rally to save jobs at BP Whiting Refinery, fight proposed pay cuts

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
BP has proposed and not backed off a proposal to eliminate 100 union jobs, including the entire department of environmental management at the BP Whiting Refinery, United Steelworkers Union Local 7-1 President Eric Schultz said ... .
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Three Region teams finish top 10 at state meet

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Multiple swimmers finished in the top five at the sport's highest stage on Saturday ... .
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One dead after Interstate 65 crash involving at least three vehicles, including school bus converted ...

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Four or five vehicles, including an RV, were involved in a serious crash at Interstate 65 and 73rd Avenue in Merrillville Saturday evening, according to Indiana State Police ... .
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Crown Point wins fifth straight semistate, sends 11 wrestlers to state

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
In what has become a recurring theme this postseason, Crown Point added to a postseason winning streak in dominant fashion ... .
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Northwest Indiana man arrested for child sex trafficking

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
A Northwest Indiana man was arrested for promoting child sex trafficking ... .
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Highland legend Jordan Steele’s career comes to a close in regional loss

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
Culver Academy knew what Highland star Jordan Steele was capable of, and guarded her accordingly. It was too much for the Trojans to overcome ... .
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Night to Shine celebrates people with disabilities

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
"Hello, kings and queens," Minister Alexis Nelson said to the packed room of guests at Faith Temple of Christ Church in Merrillville on Friday night. The guests were dressed in their best formal party attire and buzzing with anticipation of ... .
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Turpa's legacy of leadership immortalized

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
PORTAGE — During her more than three decades at Portage High School and every day that has followed, Renee' Turpa's legacy of leadership is evident everywhere at her old stomping grounds ... .
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Workers rally to save jobs at BP Whiting

The Indiana Times 15 Feb 2026
WHITING — Hundreds of union members rallied Saturday outside the BP Whiting Refinery to try to save jobs, preserve bargaining rights and prevent more work from being outsourced to out-of-state contractors ... .
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