Aubrey Thomson

1st Source Foundation awards grant to support Portage Library Garden project

1st Source Foundation awards grant to support Portage Library Garden project At the groundbreaking for the Rotary Library Garden at Valparaiso Public Library, Director of Porter County Library System Jesse Butz pitched the idea of creating a similar space at Portage Public Library to Portage Mayor Sue Lynch. Butz and Lynch...

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American RENOLIT presents La Porte Police Department with check for active shooter response training

American RENOLIT presents La Porte Police Department with check for active shooter response training In April of 2023, La Porte Police Department visited American RENOLIT Corporation, LaPorte, Indiana, to conduct active shooter response training. To express its gratitude, American RENOLIT presented the La Porte Police Department with a check for...

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IU Northwest celebrates inclusive campus culture during Welcome Week 2023

IU Northwest celebrates inclusive campus culture during Welcome Week 2023 Ahead of the official start of the semester on Monday, August 21, Indiana University Northwest (IU Northwest) hosted its Campus Convocation on its Gary campus to kickstart the school year. IU Northwest faculty and staff gathered at Anderson...

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150 Years Strong: Horizon Bank continues to celebrate their milestone anniversary

150 Years Strong: Horizon Bank continues to celebrate their milestone anniversary Starting under the name First National Bank in 1873, Horizon Bank has proudly served Northwest Indiana for 150 years. From the beginning, Horizon Bank has worked out of Michigan City, Ind. to serve Indiana residents. It has since expanded to open...

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Sea Cadets equips kids with the skills and discipline they need to carve out their own futures

Sea Cadets equips kids with the skills and discipline they need to carve out their own futures Part of growing up is finding your niche by trying new things like playing sports, learning an instrument, and participating in clubs. These activities equip children with various skills that can prepare them for life and even future careers....

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Don’t walk alone: Cancer Resource Centre celebrates 20 years of fostering education and support for patients during cancer journey

Don’t walk alone: Cancer Resource Centre celebrates 20 years of  fostering education and support for patients during cancer journey A cancer journey is one most people do not want to face alone. For the past 20 years, Cancer Resource Centre has been alongside cancer patients and their loved ones, serving as an educator, confidant and friend. The nonprofit organization, which is...

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HFL’s Capacity-Building Efforts with Jumpstart Propel Local Nonprofits

HFL’s Capacity-Building Efforts with Jumpstart Propel Local Nonprofits Healthcare Foundation of La Porte (HFL) supports La Porte County nonprofits in a variety of ways, from providing grants and educational opportunities to networking and a county-wide AED program. A key support HFL provides nonprofits is capacity...

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Valpo Parks Creekside Classic brings kids together to play golf, learn life skills, and make friends

Valpo Parks Creekside Classic brings kids together to play golf, learn life skills, and make friends Bringing people of all ages together to enjoy the beauty of nature in Valparaiso is a priority for Valpo Parks & Recreation, which is why it is proud to host the Valpo Parks Creekside Classic Golf Tournament every year. For the...

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