Julia Rhode

With a multitude of accolades to its name, it should come as no surprise that Methodist Hospitals went above and beyond the general care one can find at one of their medical locations. Methodist Hospitals hosted their Fall Community Health Fair this...

With her recent and exciting verbal commitment to Indiana University for softball, Valparaiso High School junior Makayla Ferrari has been the talk of the town. Though Kayla’s softball accomplishments are certainly worth discussing, there are a...

With 11 historical years of musical excellence in Northwest Indiana, the South Shore Orchestra has certainly made a name for itself. Those in the area on Friday night were lucky enough to enjoy an exceptional performance rich with culture by the...

With twenty-six years of priesthood and an entire life with a goal of improving others’ lives, Father Kevin McCarthy is the Valpo Life in the Spotlight. Growing up in highland, Kevin was first introduced to the church environment. His church’s...

Humble and personable are just a couple of the words one could use to describe Erin Roeske. With a smile always on her face, Erin has danced her way through life, helping others along the way. As a child, Erin was game for anything. Playing softball,...

For some, finishing a 5K would be a feat in itself. For Carly Kohout, senior at South Central, finishing her 5k’s twice has become routine, making her a La Porte County Life in the Spotlight. Since sixth grade, Carly has been running cross country....

Altruism is defined as the principle or practice of unselfish concern for or devotion to the welfare of others. Personally, I think Sue Balentine’s name should be added to the definition. Her selfless and equally unyielding volunteer work for the...

Now in its 62nd season of excellence, Purdue North Central’s Sinai Forum kicked off Sunday night with a very familiar name. Jane Pauley, one of America’s most respected broadcast journalists, took the stage to make for an exciting and educational...

On Thursday evening, over 150 kind-hearted people gathered at the Avalon Manor for the 17th Annual Hobart Education Foundation (HEF) Taste Of Autumn with one simple goal: to help the students of the School City of Hobart. For just $30, guests had the...

Since 1998, Southlake Auto Mall has been striving for a reputation of honesty, integrity, and great customer service. Cruise night is just one of the many things the car dealership does to accomplish this goal. Tonight was the last Cruise Night of...