Valparaiso High School golfer Harley Dubsky signed a national letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic careers at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas Wednesday at the High School. Dubsky was joined by her parents, Doug and Sunni Dubski,...
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Local Businesses Honored at Salute to Business Luncheon
Seventeen companies were recognized at the annual Salute to Business awards luncheon at the Silver Palace in La Porte on Wednesday. Sponsored by the Greater La Porte Economic Development Corporation, executive director Michael Seitz said awards were...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Alicia Ebaugh
Recycling has always been something Alicia Ebaugh, education coordinator for the La Porte County Solid Waste District, has been passionate about. But spreading the word about it’s importance was never something she thought she could make a career...
Valpo Rotary Club Honors Veterans
Veterans of World War II, the Korean Conflict, Vietnam War, Gulf War and present day wars in Iraq and Afghanistan were all honored during the 15th annual Veterans Day Program hosted by the Valparaiso Rotary Club Monday at Strongbow Inn. The...
Business Professionals Honored at E-Day Luncheon
It was was a sweet time for attendees of the 22nd annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards luncheon held Wednesday (E-Day) at the Star Plaza in Merrillville. Past award winners and members of a number of small businesses, banks and organizations...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Nicole Messacar
Educating the county’s youth in conservation and other environmental issues is paramount, and Nicole Messacar, education coordinator for the La Porte County Soil and Water District, has been at the forefront of that effort for the better part of...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Kathy Labus
Life as a runner is something that escaped lifelong Northwest Indiana resident Kathy Labus for years. Although competing in marathons, mini-marathons, 5K and 10K events has always been something members of her family have been passionate about for...
Annual Panther Pounce Helps Student Athletes
The 10th annual Panther Pounce 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run took place Saturday morning at Purdue University North Central. The event is held in either October or November every year with a goal to raise as much funds as possible for athletic teams at...
Portage Press: October 30, 2013
Welcome to Portage Press! The Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce hopes you enjoy our new weekly e-communication just for chamber members! Submit your newsworthy entries for FREE every Friday for our Wednesday blast to the entire membership! Simply...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Darrin Selking
When you see Downtown Valparaiso shine throughout the winter, know that dazzle came from Landscape Illumination. “We are very proud to team with the City to light up downtown Valpo,” said Darrin Selking, founder and president of Landscape...