Officer Michael Brazil is truly a gem in our community. As a veteran, a police officer, a law student, a father, a husband, and an advocate for bringing awareness and support for those effected by Rhett’s Syndrome, he does it all. Having grown up...
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A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Mark Back
As the Director of Public Relations and Health Care Services for the Lake County Sheriff’s Office as well as the Executive Director for Medical Student Missions, Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight Mark Back has found some unique and...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Carolyn Saxton
Carolyn Saxton, originally from West Virginia, has been making an impact in Northwest Indiana since she moved here in 2002. Saxton, born and raised near the coal fields with her family, graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College where she obtained...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Tony Pagorek
This week’s NWI Life in the Spotlight is the multi-talented Tony Pagorek of Andrean High School and the lead singer of the popular Chicagoland alternative band Oceans Over Airplanes. Tony, the father of two girls Audrey (7) and Caroline (5) and...
Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Brandy Jania
This week’s Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight is the courageous Brandy Jania. Brandy, lives in Crown Point with her husband Kelly and their six-year-old boxer mix Abbie. Jania is the Program Manager of the REAL Fathers Initiative Program...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Beth Fletcher
In your search for a great family photographer in our area, chances are you’ve heard of Beth Fletcher. Beth, this week’s Valpo Spotlight has been dazzling families with her timeless work since her business opened in 2008. What started out as a...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Lynette Will-Murphy
This week’s life in the spotlight is Lynette Will-Murphy, owner and operator of Will Power Fitness in Valparaiso. Murphy, a longtime resident of the area, established her business just three years ago with the goal, “To motivate, encourage,...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Michael Haney
This week’s life in the spotlight is the brave and courageous Michael Haney of Valparaiso. Mike is the husband to Gretchen, and the soon to be father to Thomas Michael who will be making his grand appearance this August. Haney, his wife Gretchen,...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: James Gammon
This week’s Valpo life in the spotlight is James Gammon. James has made quite the impact on many families in our area. Gammon is the founder and Director of the 501c3 Family Outreach Ministries. The Family Outreach Ministries which prides...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Melissa Marshall
Beauty, class and a heart of gold. This week’s Valpo life in the spotlight is the very special Melissa Marshall. Melissa, who grew up in Crown Point, lives in Valpo with her husband Mike, daughter Riley, and their adorable dog Megatron. Melissa is...