Jenifer Vargo-Okamura, Director of Development for Hospice Area of Calumet, has always had the heart for working with and for people. Her career in human services has taken her in many different directions, but for the past four years, Vargo-Okamura...
Sharon Carnes, City Councilwoman for Michigan City, has always been interested in local government since she was young. And for the past two years, she has been serving the Michigan City community and connecting local people to their government. Born...
Caleb Hall, Program Director for the Dusty Rhodes Boys and Girls Club of Portage, is no stranger to the club’s influence on young minds and lives in Northwest Indiana. For most of his young life, Hall spent his time growing and learning at the...
Patty Hull, Organizer of the Church of Jesus Christ Food Pantry, has always been a resource for everyone in need. From her time with an animal advocate group, to helping people with disabilities, to raising over 500,000 lbs of food for the hungry...
Tomorrow is Independence Day and as our country is reminded of the freedom and privileges we have, it’s important to recognize the people who have sacrificed so much in return for so little. That’s why Bethany Church and the La Porte Jaycees...
It wouldn’t be summertime without a family picnic with the sun in the sky, good food, and fun activities for the whole family. Hannah’s Hope kicked off summer with their annual Hannah’s Family Picnic. The annual gathering welcomed families and...
Jeff Van Drie, Principal of Chesterton High School, has traveled the world teaching and making a difference in the lives of his students, and for over twenty years, he has brought his expertise to the students of Northwest Indiana. Van Drie was born...
Mark Krentz, Talent Attraction Coordinator for the Greater La Porte Economic Development Corporation, has always believed in community involvement. Whether it’s acting as a community connection between La Porte residents and local businesses, or...
Melanie Gorden, Secretary to the Assistant Principals at Portage High School, has lived in Northwest Indiana her entire life. Born and raised in Gary, Gorden now lives in Portage and is building relationships with the wonderful staff of Portage High...
For Jim Arnold, former Indiana State Senator and newly appointed member of the La Porte School Board, public service has been a part of his life since his own father dedicated his career to politics and service. Now in his 51st year of public...