“Right now you have the power to say, ‘I will not let their story end like this.'” Erin and Richard Strickland are a pair that truly stands out to the Northwest Indiana community. They are foster parents who care about children and hope they...
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A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Carl Fisher
When people can do what they love as they work and contribute to the greater good of the community, most people say they’ve found their dream. Carl Fisher is lucky enough to be one of those people. A retired superintendent and lifelong volunteer of...
A Northwest Indiana Life In The Spotlight: Julie Trimble Hinchy
Taking it easy and enjoying life come easily to Julie Trimble Hinchy. Over the years, she’s learned not to take life too seriously and to make the best out of every situation. From a young age, Hinchy knew that she wanted to be a hairstylist. She...
A Valpo Life In The Spotlight: Allison Hadley
Allison Hadley grew up in Hobart, and graduated from Hobart High School in 2012. Following high school, she received her Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Marketing through Purdue University Calumet in 2016. “I felt a connection to...
A Northwest Indiana Life In The Spotlight: Gary and Lauren Ludwig
Lauren and Gary Ludwig’s hearts ache for children in need which is why they give back to their community by fostering children in need of loving homes. While they provide a safe environment for these children, they also work with the foster...
A LaPorte County Life In The Spotlight: Brett Binversie
You’d be hard-pressed to find someone who loves La Porte more than Brett Binversie, a lifelong resident of La Porte. Director of La Porte Civic Auditorium and La Porte Events Coordinator for the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), Binversie...
A Portage Life In The Spotlight: Amy Parker
Amy Parker reflects on the importance of enjoying the current moment and helping others, as well as making time for family and for loved ones. Parker grew up in Fort Wayne and attended Bishop Lewis High School before moving to Portage. “I didn’t...
A Valpo Life In The Spotlight: Nathan Dolan
Following a calling to help others better their health, Nathan Dolan pursued a career in healthcare administration. While that wasn’t always his initial career path, he shares that he’s learned useful lessons from all parts of his life that he...
A La Porte County Life In The Spotlight: Kaitlyn Steinhiser
Kaitlyn Steinhiser, a sophomore at Valparaiso University, knows the importance of being involved with her community. Balancing internships, college classes, and part-time jobs, she personally demonstrates the ability of an individual to speak up and...
A Valpo Life In the Spotlight: Megan Blanton Vittetoe
Megan Blanton Vittetoe knows the importance of surrounding herself with positive and uplifting people. She loves helping others and giving back to her community in every way she can. “I have a lot of people that motivate me just by being themselves...