Few people can balance life and inspire the North Judson community the way Madison Osborne Fingerhut does. Fingerhut is a talented coach, real estate broker, yoga instructor, and YouTube personality, who has a passion for health and the planet....
Stephanie German, a Special Olympic athlete, is thankful to be alive. Last summer, she left work because she had flu-like symptoms with a high fever. She thought it was a virus. At home, she rested and expected to feel better. Instead, her symptoms...
Oak Partners welcomed their clients to March Madness at Catch 22 Table & Tap Thursday evening. The wealth and retirement planning company covered food and drinks while spending time connecting with their clients. The atmosphere was full of energy...
Mary Clancy is a trailblazer. As the youngest woman to be elected to the Portage Township School Board, Clancy, 21, is a shining example for her community, offering an important perspective by taking office at the youngest age possible on the board....
The aroma of hotcakes and sausage filled Valparaiso High School’s cafeteria on Saturday during Valparaiso Noon Kiwanis Club’s famous Pancake Day Breakfast. Beyond the breakfast food, there was a spirit of community as people enjoyed each...
During National Heart Month, La Porte Hospital had a message for middle schoolers throughout the county: “Show Us Your Heart!” The students created inspiring works of art that brightened various hospital locations throughout the month, and...
The Lakes of Valparaiso celebrated National Dog Biscuit Day by showering four-legged friends of the community with snacks. “Treat Yo’ Pet Day” featured 100 handmade packages of dog biscuits arranged at the Clubhouse for owners to come and grab....
As director of student achievement and innovation for Portage Township Schools, Robert Wilson dedicates his life to the success of Portage students. He is a liaison between students and the bountiful resources, community partners, and opportunities...
In high school, Marissela Lynch wrote down her dreams of the future. She pictured herself in an office crunching numbers as an accountant in sunny California. Her journey led her away from briefcases and calculators to brightly colored dresses,...
Saturday morning, Junior PAWS gathered to show some love to their furry friends. Youngsters made crafts and treats for homeless dogs at Lakeshore PAWS, the program’s parent organization that rescues homeless animals in need. When the “Puppy...
Mary Clancy is a trailblazer. As the youngest woman to be elected to the Portage Township School Board, Clancy, 21, is a shining example for her community, offering an important perspective by taking office at the youngest age possible on the board.... 
