“It’s tax season!” That was what United Way of LaPorte County’s Director of Corporate Engagement David Sisk exclaimed when 1st Source Bank presented a $5,000 check to the United Way Wednesday morning. At United Way’s new office in Michigan...
Angela Abina
Memorial Elementary First Graders Meet Faces Behind Pen Pal Letters
Do you remember when having a pen pal was a thing? It was exciting – the simple act of writing letters back and forth, connecting with someone outside of your normal circle. Lucky for first graders at Memorial Elementary School in Valparaiso, they...
Advertising Management Associates Design & Print Marries Speed and Quality
Advertising Management Associates, otherwise known as AMA Design & Print is the go-to for excellent quality printing at an affordable price. Located in Valparaiso, the design and print company offers high quality print and bindery services. AMA...
Hobart Police Officer Richard Mayer Saves Child’s Life on Job’s First Day
First day jitters – we all get them. It’s only natural to feel nervous on the first day of any new endeavor, whether that be at school or on the job. The butterflies in your stomach might even prevent you from raising your hand or jumping right...
NITCO to Provide Chesterton Fiber Optic Network in Spring
Northwestern Indiana Telephone Company, otherwise known as NITCO, held a groundbreaking ceremony at Thomas Centennial Park in downtown Chesterton for the new Chesterton Fiber Optic Network Thursday afternoon. Created by the town of Chesterton, the...
La Porte County Family Y’s School’s Out Day Camp Stays Open When Schools Close
Every parent has been there at one point or another – a snow storm hits and the kids have an unexpected snow day. You know your boss still expects you to come in regardless of the weather and now you have to find someone to watch over the kids, but...
Patrick’s Grille’s Christian McClain, Front House Manager, Brings Expertise and Welcoming Atmosphere to the Michigan City Staple
When patrons pay a visit to Patrick’s Grille in Michigan City, they know they’re getting the familiar atmosphere and treatment that anyone would find in their own homes. Patrick’s Grille’s Front House Manager Christian McClain can be...
City of Hammond Honors MLK Jr. in Annual Candlelight March and Celebration
We had another snowfall that called upon snowplows before the sun even rose, causing the commute for some early birds to be slow and cautious driving their way into work this morning. Considered mild weather by Africa Tarver, the Executive Director...
Shining Light in the Darkness: Volunteer Opportunities in NWI
NEEDS IMAGE Given the fact that our team of Lifers thrive on the good news that is happening around the Region, it’s only natural that we also have a passion for trying to bring what positivity we can to hardships or negative situations around us....
Highland Trojans Honor Cancer Survivors at Annual Coaches vs. Cancer Game Against Hammond Morton Governors
Players of the Highland High School Girls Basketball team and members of the crowd at the Coaches vs Cancer game held up signs with names of individuals that they wished to honor - whether in pride of those who survived cancer, in encouragement to...