Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
Jennifer Lambert’s life journey has reflected the power of mentorship, advocacy, and dedication to at-risk youth. From her early days as a stay-at-home mom to her current role as Community Youth Advocate (CYA) Coordinator at Family Advocates,...
Katie Hess and Alexis Dines have created a captivating children's book about the Indiana Dunes called “A Day At The Dunes.” Hess, an eight-year teacher at Westchester Middle School in Duneland, and Dines, a marketing designer, share a deep...
Dr. Pablo Bukata was born in Argentina. His family moved to the United States when he was two years old. He grew up in Illinois, then came to Lake County, Indiana, around the time he was six. He went to high school nearby but left the Region to...
Being positive and spreading kindness are free. Making an impact on others is enough of a reward for Vaughn Rael-Kludt. The student-athlete wants to be remembered by his teammates, friends, family and strangers as the easygoing, faith-driven person...
For 28 years, Kelly Heying has co-owned Buy Me Toys & Comics in Mishawaka alongside her husband. While she didn’t grow up around comic books and collectibles, it has since become something she is deeply passionate about. A South Bend native,...
Kaitlyn Vasilko, a behavioral science graduate student at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), is turning her passions into purposeful action. From community-building initiatives to creative projects, Vasilko exemplifies how compassion and...
Deanna Gallardo always thought she’d become a writer or editor. Life’s taken her down many paths, and she even spent some time as a dental assistant following her graduation from Indiana University Northwest (IU Northwest) in Gary. She worked at...
The summer going into his junior year at Hobart High School, Trey Gibson, along with his brother Bradley Gibson and friend Jacob Oehmen, bought a couple of small pressure washers thinking it’d be a fun way to earn some extra money while out of...
Angelica Healy’s journey to becoming the director of operations at St. Margaret’s House wasn’t always a clear path. Embracing life’s twists and turns, Healy’s journey reflects a commitment to community and self-discovery. Growing up in...
Tim Cagle leads Holy Smokes Ministries, a family-focused organization dedicated to combining faith and fellowship through its unique approach to ministry. Supported by a close bonded team, Holy Smokes brings together family members to help with all...