When I caught up with Nat Finn at Valparaiso’s Blackbird Café he could not have seemed more in his element. He joked with the staff from behind his laptop, iPhone in hand. Not distracted, but definitely wired in. Technology, and specifically its...
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A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Nat Finn
IU La Porte Health President Provides Good Example as Coach for a Day
On Wednesday evening Thor Thordarson, President and CEO of IU Health, La Porte Hospital was honored as Purdue North Central Basketball Coach for a Day. PNC’s Annual Fund Coordinator, Tom Albano explained, “From time to time we like to honor our...
Read MoreCounty Line Orchard Holds Concert to Benefit Veterans
Nearly 500 guests were expected at County Line Orchard in Hobart on Saturday night for a concert to benefit local veterans. The show featured over 20 artists including Old Skool, Chris and Lou, Crawpuppies, New Element and The Unstopables. In...
Read MorePNC Nursing Students Present a Detailed Look at Region Healthcare
On Tuesday afternoon fourth-year nursing students at Purdue North Central showcased their semester projects on community healthcare throughout the region. Each year Assistant Professor of Nursing Peggy Rose assigns her Community Health Nursing...
Read MoreRittenhouse of Portage Hosts Their Second Anniversary Open House
On Tuesday evening Rittenhouse of Portage hosted a Red Carpet open house to celebrate their second anniversary. According to Marketing and Admissions Director Judy Kukelka the purpose of the event is to raise awareness of Rittenhouse in the community...
Read MorePNC College of Business Presents Economic Update to Michigan City, La Porte Chambers of Commerce
A blustery Tuesday morning in late October served as the setting for the La Porte and Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Briefing. Dozens of professors and business professionals gathered for breakfast at Purdue University North Central....
Read MoreA Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Jon Groth
I walked in to the Porter County Career and Technical Education Center to find Director and Principal Jon Groth speaking with two former students. They were very excited to tell Groth about their continued success after graduating from PCCTE and...
Read MoreLa Porte County Parks Department Hosts Mom/Son Dance Halloween Style
Halloween fun was had by all at the La Porte County Parks Department Mom/ Son dance on Friday night. The evening was filled with snacks, games, dancing and, of course, candy. Laura Moyer, Recreation/ Education Programmer for the Parks Department,...
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