Ice seems temporary. It melts in a glass. It disappears at a sunbeam’s touch. It ebbs with the first relief of spring. But ...

Just 30 minutes south of Lake Michigan — which boasts an incredible ... and a variety of other gift shops and businesses, as well as an event space and the Lake County Historical Society Museum.

The event returns to North Avenue Beach on Sunday, March 2, as thousands of fearless weather warriors tackle the icy waters of Lake Michigan ... of 20 or more; a souvenir t-shirt; towel when ...