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...
Molly Phelps, Head Coach of the Valparaiso Vikettes, has been a part of organizations that foster relationships and a sense of belonging for her entire life. Now she is continuing on that legacy, cultivating lasting relationships and a sense of...
As Memorial Day approaches, we are reminded of all of the sacrifices the men and women of our military have made. Those sacrifices were honored Saturday afternoon at Currie Ford of Valparaiso with the 2nd Annual Folds of Honor Memorial. The event...
It was a chilly Saturday morning at the opening for the European Market in Chesterton, but that didn’t stop vendors from all over Northwest Indiana and beyond from coming to the first of the weekly Saturday morning market. For 14 years now, the...
After years of studying and dedication, Purdue Northwest College of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences students celebrated their hard earned graduation Friday afternoon in Hammond. The first of the university’s spring graduations took place...
Valparaiso High School was the home to another Friday night basketball game, but this time with a twist. The world famous Harlem Wizards and the local famous Valpo All-Stars partnered together Friday night for the 5th Annual Harlem Wizards vs. Valpo...