Sam Malkowski

Chad Addie is a man touched by the divine. Much of his success can be attributed to a strong work ethic and a devout wife but there are just some moments too perfect to be manmade. These opportunities, Chad says, are orchestrated by God. Chad and his...

There is no distance too far for Duneland Boys and Girls Club Director Joseph Juarez to extend his helping hands over. His instinct is to help those in need and he teaches those around him the same kindness. For six years Joseph worked in the Special...

There is something about creating a home together that sparks camaraderie in the building industry. The Parade of Homes put on by the Home Builders Association may last a few days, but it is at the opening night that you will see the many faces that...

The Duneland Chamber of Commerce returned this year to the lovely Spa Speakeasy and Special Event Center for the annual State of the Chamber address. Members could gaze outside the floor length windows for a view of the vibrant oaks and sloping hill...

Wednesday, July 13th, was an exciting day for Whiting. Citizens gathered downtown to witness a ribbon cutting ceremony that would change every city event for the rest of their lives. The grand opening of Whiting’s first ever entertainment plaza was...

Most of us are skeptical when it comes to giving rides to strangers on the side of the road. We all know the risks, and so does Chad Addie; But when he saw a young man walking for the second time on the same hot July day, he felt a call to stop. Chad...

Life is a series of milestones. We spend our time working toward goals or rewarding ourselves for our progress. Some choose to skip a milestone or two due to circumstance or disinterest. Others hit every marker on the road to the American Dream. A...

The children of the Boys & Girls Club took a field trip July 1st to thank a very important partner. Strack and Van Til, a familiar face in the community, has organized many fundraisers for the Club. This month, B&G will be the beneficiary of...

The VNA of Northwest Indiana’s Phoenix Center is hidden on the outskirts of Valparaiso, nestled behind their hospice center, where not enough people get to see it. The two buildings are joined by a healing garden and a shared purpose: to fill a...

A conversation with Tribute Artist Joe Zirconia is as informative as it is funny. Every fact about his history is accompanied by a relevant joke and shameless laughter. That positive attitude must be the reason he has loved every job he’s had, but...