HighlandIndiana
Formed in 2011, Highland Main Street (HMS) restores, revitalizes and promotes the downtown district of Highland, Indiana. Using a focus on structures, attractions, business and landscape, HMS serves as a catalyst to make the downtown district stronger and more vibrant for residents, visitors and business owners in the area.
Click here to learn more about the duties of the Highland Main Street Bureau
Rhonda Bloch - President
Sandy McKnight - Vice President
Laura Pilewski
Sandy Ray
Ben Reinhart
Renee Reinhart
Diane Barr Roumbos
James Roumbos
Al Simmons
Kathy Smailis
Ben Tomera
Teri Yovkovich
Chamber of Commerce Representative
Lance Ryskamp
Town Council Liaison
Alex Robertson
When asked what makes downtown Highland special, nearly 60 students from Highland’s schools weren’t bashful about ticking off what they like best about the landmark shopping district.
Hosted for the second year by Highland Main Street, HMS President Alex Robertson said he was surprised by the insight expressed so eloquently. “They talked about favorite restaurants, shops and festivals. Some loved the atmosphere,” said Robertson, himself a homegrown Highland boy. “What was touching was reading the essays of those who wrote about forming lasting memories focused on family and friends. It was clear downtown is more than our shops. It is a place where our children form memories and relationships that will last a lifetime.”
HERE’S WHAT THEY’RE SAYING ...
“Downtown Highland offersfairs, restaurants, little shops,events, and even beautiful lightsduring the holidays. It has a small-town feel that makes it enjoyable for everyone.”
– HIGH SCHOOLER KAYLEE G.
“ I like to do theater and I’ve done two shows in Highland over the past two years. It’s pretty cool because I love to dance and sing. I’m in The Little Mermaid and I played a mini red crab. My favorite part was being chased ... by the chef when he was trying to feed Ariel. Maybe you saw me? ”
– 3RD GRADE STUDENT AMELIA M.
“The shops are the Disneyland of Highland.The restaurants all throughout DowntownHighland are amazing, the food is mouthwatering,flavorful, and absolutely scrumptious. Theexperience is all the better, the service is awesome,and everyone is always so kind.”
– 8TH GRADE STUDENT EVAN Y.
“ Michael’s Resale and Consignment ... is a used-furniture store and it is a spot that my grandmaand I always visit whenever we spend an afternoontogether. They have stunning jewelry there, aswell as furniture ... . I always buy at least one thingwherever I stop into the store. ”
– HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT HANNAH T
Each winner received a gift card. Click on the names below to read each of their winning essays.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
MIDDLE SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL
KINDERGARTEN-3RD GRADE
A total of 50 entries were received at Highland branch of Lake County Public Library. Each entry will receive a participation certificate and LCPL pencil.
Click on the names below to read each of their winning essays.
4TH - 6TH GRADE
7TH - 8TH GRADE
9TH - 12TH GRADE
Town Municipal Building
3333 Ridge Road
Highland, IN 46322
Maria Becerra
Redevelopment Director
(219) 972-7598 office
(219) 972-5097 fax