Born and raised in Michigan City, Katie Eaton is a dedicated member of her community who is making an impact in more ways than one. From her role as Economic Development Manager at the Economic Development Corporation of Michigan City, to a mother of...
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Hannah’s Hope Makes it Possible for Everyone to Join in the Fun at Founders Square
Last fall, an all-inclusive park was installed at Founders Square in Portage, Indiana with a mission to unite children of all abilities. With warmer weather becoming the norm, this will be the first full season that families can take advantage of the...
Chesterton Physical Therapy Provides Relief at “Low Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop”
Almost everyone has suffered from back pain at one point or another. In fact, studies have estimated that at least 80% of the U.S. population will face some form of back pain this year. Fortunately, Chesterton Physical Therapy is available to help...
Valpo Parks Foundation Looks Towards the Future at 10th Annual Friends and Legends Event
On Thursday evening, the Valpo Parks Foundation held their 10th Annual Friends and Legends Celebration at the Butterfield Family Pavilion. The event honored Valparaiso individuals and one family for their dedicated volunteerism, contributions, and...
Center for Hospice Care Honors Special Volunteer, Sister Carmel Marie Sallows
On Wednesday evening Center for Hospice Care gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in South Bend, Indiana with more than 375 distinguished guests to honor a special volunteer, Sister Carmel Marie Sallows. The recipient of the 34th Annual Helping Hands...
The Edison Park Groundbreaking Kicks Off the Re-Creation of Hammond Parks
On Tuesday afternoon, city officials and engaged citizens gathered at what appeared to be nothing more than a construction zone. The event, however, was a groundbreaking hosted by Hammond Mayor McDermott and the Hammond Parks Department, the 4th...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Kelly Anoe
Kelly Anoe grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago but has called Northwest Indiana her home for the last 15 years. As Vice President of the Legacy Foundation, she has been making Lake County a better place to live, one step at a time. Anoe always...
Porter EMS Presents 4th Annual Donation to Porter County Salvation Army
This Saturday, YMCA kids and families got together at the Valparaiso YMCA Pavilion to make their mark on their community. The YMCA Togetherhood Program’s newest initiative will be the installation of five little libraries at the public parks this...
Cancer Survivor Series: Sandra Schaffer
“I have everything that anyone could ever need.” The above statement is not one you would expect from a two-time cancer survivor. Nevertheless, this is the positive outlook Sandra Schaffer maintains after having overcome both breast and thyroid...
Deborah Shepherd is Recognized for Outstanding Emergency Service at Porter Regional Hospital
Managing one emergency department sounds overwhelming, but managing three? That seems beyond human capabilities. Deborah Shepherd, Clinical Director of Emergency Services at Porter Regional Hospital, proves that this is indeed possible. With her...