Sophia Anasis, the band director at William Fegely Middle School, fell in love with band early in her schooling. Ignited by a passion for teaching, Anasis seeks to lead the next generations of band students. “I think band really teaches...
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A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Brenden Vaupel
Brenden Vaupel, a graduate of the Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (NILEA), worked hard to pass a series of physical and mental training courses. He is now a proud police officer within the Portage Police Department Patrol Division working...
Read MoreGoodwill celebrates expanding programs with groundbreaking ceremony at former Pierre Moran Mall in Elkhart
The City of Elkhart has been working to renovate the former Pierre Moran Mall since its final closing in 2017. Goodwill and Heart City Health partnered to transform the vacant, 109,000-square-foot complex within the Woodland Crossing Shopping Center...
Read MoreA Portage Life in the Spotlight: Kayla Pleasant
Kayla Pleasant, a current junior at Portage High School (PHS), has bolstered her educational journey through an extensive commitment to academics, sports, and extracurriculars. Fueling the greatest purpose within her schooling is her love of...
Read MoreA Portage Life in the Spotlight: Genise Shumaker
Genise Shumaker, a real estate broker at McColly Real Estate, found her passion in helping people find their dream homes. With a strong motivation to serve the community, Shumaker also uses her flexible schedule to partake in an abundance of...
Read MoreA Portage Life in the Spotlight: Jill Redmon
Jill Redmon, the district coordinator of Media Services for Portage Township Schools (PTS) embarked on a journey from teacher to media specialist. She contributes her professional journey to her unwavering love of education. Early in Redmon’s...
Read MoreA Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Alisha Hughes
Alisha Hughes, a clinical mental health counselor at Pillars of Wellness Inc., works to provide personalized counseling to help clients navigate mental health challenges. Hughes’ experiences in education, counseling, and motherhood have molded her...
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Nikki Haines, a recreation fee clerk for Indiana Dunes National Park, found her calling while embarking to do volunteer work. Her transition into becoming a park ranger thrusts her enthusiasm for helping the community learn more about the park’s...
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club of Greater Northwest Indiana honors 2024 Youth of the Year Recipient
On Thursday evening, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana celebrated the achievements of eight remarkable Club members at its annual Youth of the Year Ceremony at Avalon Manor. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest...
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