From highlighting growing communities to celebrating new projects to fun networking events, we've captured a lot of positive movement in the business realm throughout La Porte County in 2023.
Cities welcomed new businesses while continuing to further local staples, companies reflected on the past year's work while planning ahead, services were expanded to enhance the quality of living throughout the area, locals discussed what they think makes La Porte County a great place to live and work, and so much more!
In no particular order, take a look at the top 10 business articles featuring great news in La Porte County from 2023!
The City of La Porte welcomes countless new businesses and celebrates a growing community
During Mayor Tom Dermody’s last State of the City speech, he shared his goal of raising the City of La Porte’s population to 30,000 people by 2030. In the past, the easiest way to grow a city was to create new jobs, but things aren’t that simple anymore. People like to raise their families in communities with all kinds of opportunities--not just work-related ones.
La Porte County Family YMCA’s 113th annual State of the Y showcases what the Y is all about
Taking time to reflect, appreciate, and celebrate is always exciting. On Thursday, February 23, the La Porte County Family YMCA held its 113th annual State of the Y to reflect on its incredible community impact, show some appreciation for its hardworking staff and volunteers, and celebrate all the wonderful achievements its team has made in the past year. Over 100 community leaders, volunteers, and YMCA staff and board members came together as individuals and left as a unified team excited and eager for the future.
Larson-Danielson helps HealthLinc strengthen Michigan City with new clinic construction
Big things were happening in Michigan City on Tuesday, April 25. Members of Larson-Danielson Construction, Ivy Tech Community College, and HealthLinc came together for an emotional Beam Signing ceremony, a fun and heartfelt way to celebrate the construction of HealthLinc’s brand-new clinic in Michigan City.
Surf Internet brings 2 Gig fiber optic services to La Porte at ribbon cutting event
The excitement was palpable at Surf Internet’s ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 3, to celebrate 2 Gig fiber-optic services coming to the City of La Porte. All partners involved, including La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP), the City of La Porte and Surf Internet celebrated this extraordinary technical advancement for the community. La Porte is the first city in Indiana to experience the upgrade from Surf Internet.
A supportive culture and opportunity for growth make GIS the perfect place to jumpstart a career
Anyone looking for the perfect place to begin a successful career in insurance has to look no further than General Insurance Services (GIS). For more than 80 years, GIS has secured the future of the communities it serves, and now as it continues to expand throughout the Region, its team is looking to provide a bright future for several tenacious individuals.
LEAP strengthens community relationships with 49th annual golf outing
Nothing pairs better with a hot summer day than a cool drink, a pristine golf course, and some great company. On Friday, July 14 the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) held its 49th annual Play Day Golf Outing. People and businesses from all over the community gathered at Beechwood Golf Course for a day of bonding and fun and left feeling more connected than ever before.
Investing in La Porte: LEAP’s mission and the people behind it
Supporting the City of La Porte isn’t hard to do when you see everything the city has to offer, but it does require significant commitment from many individuals to not only survive but to thrive. Each of the members on the La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) board works towards helping La Porte grow, and GreatNews.Life is shining a spotlight on why they do so in this second part of the three-part series featuring LEAP board members.
150 Years Strong: Horizon Bank continues to celebrate their milestone anniversary
Starting under the name First National Bank in 1873, Horizon Bank has proudly served Northwest Indiana for 150 years. From the beginning, Horizon Bank has worked out of Michigan City, Ind. to serve Indiana residents. It has since expanded to open branches in Michigan, making it a leading Midwest Community Bank.
Shining bright: the future of La Porte inspires LEAP’s board members
It’s impossible to invest into a city’s growth without some idea of where that growth leads. The La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP) board members have been helping to guide the City of La Porte’s development for years, but what is it about the city that makes them believe in a bright future? GreatNews.Life is looking to discover where their optimism comes from in this final part of the three-part series featuring LEAP board members.
Larson-Danielson supports historic La Porte Civic Auditorium renovations
In the heart of La Porte, the La Porte Civic Auditorium looms large. A team that includes Larson-Danielson Construction is working to keep it that way.
Given to the City of La Porte in 1930, the Civic Auditorium today offers more than 11,000 square feet of space dedicated to the entertainment and well-being of the community.