What’s recently happened? The 4th of July celebration in Crown Point was a highly anticipated annual event, drawing locals and visitors alike to celebrate America's Independence Day. This vibrant celebration included a parade, fireworks, and...
John Dempsey, a resident of Munster, Indiana, began his long battle with cancer at the age of 52-years-old. Dempsey had no idea that receiving a colonoscopy as a preventative measure would begin a six-year journey with colorectal cancer. Dempsey...
Life often takes us down unexpected paths. This is true for Brynn Kleist, who began a journey to become a forensic scientist but ended up becoming an educator for at-risk and non-traditional students. Growing up in La Porte, Kleist spent her freshman...
When two women with a love for baking happened to discuss their passion during a work shift at Starbucks, the pop-up bakery The Baking Beans was born. Loren Huff and Breanna Webb opened their local baking business just two months after that...
Kindergarten is a whimsical time in every child’s journey where a teacher molds a foundation for a lifetime of learning. Jody Greer, a beloved kindergarten teacher at Crisman Elementary School, knows the importance of cultivating a conducive...
It’s not common that one can spend their afternoon experiencing a simulated space mission, but the folks at Challenger Learning Center of Northwest Indiana (NWI) can make it a possibility. Lara Bates, the executive director, is the driving force...
What’s recently happened? The Fourth of July in the Lakes of Four Seasons (LOFS) is a major event. There is a parade, food trucks, bouncy houses, and a fireworks show to end the night. This year, the day started as early as attendees arrived...
As July comes to a close, Northern Indiana is in for tons of festivities! From LakeFest in La Porte to Pierogi Fest in Whiting, you’ll find plenty of fun across the Region this weekend. In Michiana, you can join the Lifers as we celebrate the...
What’s recently happened? Whiting Lakefront Park recently hosted a fireworks show on July 3 and a Fourth of July parade in honor of celebrating the holiday. “I love the Fourth of July. I feel like it’s such a fun holiday, and...
Growing up around a family-owned small business, Jeff Rea developed a deep understanding of business operations and acquired valuable skills. This experience became significant throughout his career, culminating in his current position as president...