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Easy Chicken and Dumplings

Makes: 2 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 can (19 oz) Progresso® chicken vegetable soup

2 Pillsbury® Grands!® frozen buttermilk biscuits (from 25-oz bag)

DIRECTIONS

1. In medium saucepan, heat soup just to boiling over medium-high heat.
2. Meanwhile, place frozen biscuits on microwaveable plate. Microwave on High 15 to 30 seconds or just until biscuits begin to thaw. Cut each biscuit into 6 pieces.
3. Place biscuit pieces on top of simmering soup. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 6 to 7 minutes or until dumplings are fluffy and no longer doughy in center

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*recipe obtained from www.pillsbury.com

For dates of January 22, 2010 through February 22, 2010

Porter County
Active homes - 1283
Homes under contract - 189
Homes that have sold - 65

Lake County
Active homes - 3579
Homes under contract - 506
Homes that have sold - 234

*Numbers obtained from The Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors.

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For dates of January 22, 2010 through February 22, 2010

Porter County
Active homes - 1283
Homes under contract - 189
Homes that have sold - 65

Lake County
Active homes - 3579
Homes under contract - 506
Homes that have sold - 234

*Numbers obtained from The Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors.

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For dates of January 22, 2010 through February 22, 2010

Porter County
Active homes - 1283
Homes under contract - 189
Homes that have sold - 65

Lake County
Active homes - 3579
Homes under contract - 506
Homes that have sold - 234

*Numbers obtained from The Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors.

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HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT

EXTENDED!

Great news!  Congress has approved and the President has signed an extension of the first-time homebuyer tax credit!  Originally slated to expire on November 30th, the credit will now be available for eligibel homebuyers through April 30, 2010.

Who's eligible?  First-time homebuyers, who are defined by law as buyers who have not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase.  They may qualify for up to an $8,000 credit.

Existing homeowners who have been residing in their principal residence for five consecutive years out of the last eight and are purchasing a home to be their principal residence may also be eligible for up to $6,500 tax credit.

All homes with a purchase price of less than $800,000 qualify - including newly constructed and resale single-family detached, townhomes, or condominiums - provided the property will be used as the principal residence of the buyer.  Vacation homes, rental and/or investment properties do not qualify.

The credit is refundable and does not have to be repaid unless the homeowner sells or stops using the property as their principal residence within three years after the purchase.

Buyers who closed on qualifying property after November 6th and before May 1st, 2010 are eligible to take the credit.  Home purchases subject to a fully executed, binding sales contract signed by April 30, 2010 will also qualify, provided closing occurs prior to July 1, 2010.

We encourage you to contact a CPA for more information on the credit and to find out if you qualify.

In the meantime, it's still a buyer's market and one of our Buyer Specialists would love to help you find your first or next home!

Sincerely,

Lynda Anderson

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Ham and Spinach Melts

Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1        box (9 oz) Green Giant® frozen chopped spinach

½       cup reduced-fat sour cream

1        tablespoon chopped fresh basil

1        tablespoon sun-dried tomato bits or chopped sun-dried tomatoes

1/8     teaspoon salt

½       teaspoon lemon juice

1        clove garlic, finely chopped

8        Old El Paso® flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas, 6 inch (from 10.5-oz package)

½       lb sliced cooked ham

1        jar (12 oz) sliced roasted red bell peppers in water, drained (about 1 1/4 cups)

8        oz sliced provolone cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Remove spinach from pouch; place in colander. Rinse with warm water until thawed; drain well. Squeeze spinach dry with paper towel. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sour cream, basil, tomatoes, salt, lemon juice and garlic.

2. On each tortilla, spread 1 tablespoon sour cream mixture. Top 4 tortillas evenly with ham, roasted peppers, spinach and cheese. Cover with remaining tortillas, sour cream mixture down.

3. Spray griddle or 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Cook 2 sandwiches at a time 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and thoroughly heated. Cut each sandwich in half to serve. Serve with your favorite soup or salad, if desired.

*Recipe obtained from www.pillbury.com

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Ice Skating at Central Park Plaza - February 5 - 15

Whether you're just learning to skate or are perfecting your twirls and spins, the new Ice Skating Rink at Central Park Plaza is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of downtown Valparaiso's winter wonderland. Don't have your own skates? Don't worry! Skate rental is available for every member of your family.

The fee is $5 for skate rental and $3 if you bring your own skates.

Hours for Ice Skating:

Friday, February 5
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 6
11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sunday, February 7
11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Monday, February 8 to Wednesday, February 10
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Thurday, February 11
4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friday, February 12 to Sunday, February 14
11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Monday, February 15
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

*Information obtained from http://www.ci.valparaiso.in.us/.

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Looking for a great way to exercise in a great setting?  Then come out to your Lake County Parks and cross country ski.

Each park that offers this activity has several miles of trail through wooded areas as well as open fields. The trails are designed for a beginner as well as the experienced skier, so don't worry if you have never tried before.

Ski rental season opens December 1st and ends March 31 (at Lemon Lake), weather permitting. So put on your hat and gloves and come on out for this great winter activity. NOTE: Rentals at Oak Ridge Prairie and Stoney Run close the last day of February.  Ski trails are groomed at Lemon Lake and Stoney Run when there is at least a four inch snow base.

RENTAL LOCATIONS

Lemon Lake County Park    6322 W. 133rd Avenue
Crown Point, IN 46307    219-663-7627
* Four miles of trail in wooded area and open field, ideal for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers.
Oak Ridge Prairie County Park     301 S. Colfax Street
Griffith, IN 46319    219-884-7238
* Three miles of trail through open prairie and wooded areas. Good for those looking for an easy to moderate challenge.
Stoney Run County Park     142nd and Union Street
Leroy, IN 46355    219-996-6500
* Seven miles of easy to moderate trail winding through a wooded area. Designed with intermediate to advanced skiers in mind.

RENTAL INFORMATION
FEE: $5.00 includes tax, per skier, for 2 hours. $1.50 includes tax, per skier for each additional hour.
TIMES: Weekdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.   Weekends 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  Last rental at 4 p.m.  All equipment must be returned by 5 p.m.  Exceptions only for special programs.  Park closing may vary due to extreme darkness.
DEPOSIT: A valid driver's license or credit card must be left with park employee in charge as security on the equipment. License or credit card will be returned when equipment is returned.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Daily rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis. The park manager reserves the right to close the ski program when weather conditions are not favorable. All equipment will be used on the park site ONLY. The rental fee includes use of skis, boots, poles, and fun.

Please call 219-769-PARK for additional information.

*Information obtained from http://www.lakecountyparks.com/winter.html.

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CROSS COUNTRY SKIING

Looking for a great way to exercise in a great setting?  Then come out to your Lake County Parks and cross country ski.

Each park that offers this activity has several miles of trail through wooded areas as well as open fields. The trails are designed for a beginner as well as the experienced skier, so don't worry if you have never tried before.

Ski rental season opens December 1st and ends March 31 (at Lemon Lake), weather permitting. So put on your hat and gloves and come on out for this great winter activity. NOTE: Rentals at Oak Ridge Prairie and Stoney Run close the last day of February.  Ski trails are groomed at Lemon Lake and Stoney Run when there is at least a four inch snow base.

RENTAL LOCATIONS

Lemon Lake County Park    6322 W. 133rd Avenue
Crown Point, IN 46307    219-663-7627
* Four miles of trail in wooded area and open field, ideal for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skiers.
Oak Ridge Prairie County Park     301 S. Colfax Street
Griffith, IN 46319    219-884-7238
* Three miles of trail through open prairie and wooded areas. Good for those looking for an easy to moderate challenge.
Stoney Run County Park     142nd and Union Street
Leroy, IN 46355    219-996-6500
* Seven miles of easy to moderate trail winding through a wooded area. Designed with intermediate to advanced skiers in mind.

RENTAL INFORMATION
FEE: $5.00 includes tax, per skier, for 2 hours. $1.50 includes tax, per skier for each additional hour.
TIMES: Weekdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.   Weekends 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  Last rental at 4 p.m.  All equipment must be returned by 5 p.m.  Exceptions only for special programs.  Park closing may vary due to extreme darkness.
DEPOSIT: A valid driver's license or credit card must be left with park employee in charge as security on the equipment. License or credit card will be returned when equipment is returned.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Daily rentals are available on a first come, first serve basis. The park manager reserves the right to close the ski program when weather conditions are not favorable. All equipment will be used on the park site ONLY. The rental fee includes use of skis, boots, poles, and fun.

Please call 219-769-PARK for additional information.

*Information obtained from http://www.lakecountyparks.com/winter.html.

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219-531-MOVE (6683)

 Market Statistics for dates of 
December 12, 2009 through January 12, 2009

Porter County
Active homes - 1,257
Homes under contract - 88
Homes that have sold - 82

Lake County
Active homes - 3540
Homes under contract - 230
Homes that have sold - 217

*Numbers obtained from the Greater Northwest Indiana Association of Realtors.

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