Sam Malkowski

Oak Partners Inc. likes to give its clients more than just financial advice. They forge relationships from trust, mutual respect, and social gatherings. On February 11th they hosted a Champagne and Chocolate tasting in honor of Valentine’s Day....

A gift to the La Porte County United Way is a gift that keeps on giving. On February 4th 1st Source Bank made a visit to the United Way Michigan City office to deliver a $5000 check for their Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The same day,...

During the first week of February, students all over Northwest Indiana came to La Porte High School to see the La Porte Service League’s 83rd annual play. It is a tradition that began in 1934 as a way to inspire young minds. Children are the...

Nanda Danitschek took her first breath in La Porte and has grown to be a larger part of the community ever since. In her time in "The Maple City," she has raised funds, facilitated social conversations, and enriched lives all over town. “I see the...

For three years the County Line Orchard has been hosting a Big Barn Beer Fest to raise money for charities in the area. Tickets sold out January 23rd, the morning of the event, at 1200 attendees. To see more photos from this event, click here! Guests...

January could freeze our streets and our cars but it could not touch our hearts. Winter is a time to celebrate! The La Porte Parks and Recreation Department organized a series of seasonal events and projects and dubbed it: Winterfest. Every citizen...

As a child, Candice Silvas probably never expected to be Michigan City’s City Council Representative of the 2nd Ward. It is that same humble beginning that gives her the insight and kind heart necessary to be a great leader. “Statistically, I...

On Monday, the 18th of January, Purdue University North Central hosted the 21st annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration. All of Northwest Indiana was invited for a complimentary breakfast and a series of diversity-inspired presentations....

  The Portage Economic Development Corporation received a lot of good news at their annual luncheon. They met on January 8th at the Woodland Park in Portage to discuss the successes of the past year and the goals for the new one. Guest speakers...

It has been eleven years since Spenser Shaffer first joined the Scouts. He has grown through the ranks, developed invaluable traits, and is ready to tackle the next stage of his life. Spenser will always be a student but now he is a teacher as well....