A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Ken Bult Ken Bult considers himself a renaissance man doused in the arts. Music, literature and photography have been at the forefront of Bult’s professional and personal life, even in retirement. He wants to...
Life in the Spotlight
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.
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Tony Leal
Tony Leal is a chef, entrepreneur, and community advocate who has made a lasting impact on the dining scene in La Porte, Indiana. As the owner of Tony’s Table, he combines a passion for cooking with a dedication to fostering community connections....
A Michiana Life in the Spotlight: Matt Harrington
Matt Harrington always hoped to make a difference in the world one day. Today, as the president and CEO of LOGAN Community Resources, Inc., he’s doing just that — leading an organization dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Carol Haller
Carol Haller is a sixth-grade teacher in Valparaiso. She’s been teaching for almost 40 years at Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Her lasting effect as an educator has been felt for decades. Haller grew up in Michigan City and attended Rogers...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Myles Mosby
At just 11 years old, Myles Mosby is a Merrillville swimmer making a big splash. He has made divisional cuts in the 11U competitive swimming 50 yard freestyle, 50 yard breaststroke, 50 yard backstroke, and the 100 yard breaststroke, and he’s...
A Valpo Life in the Spotlight: Richard Bender
Richard Bender hails from a farm in Northeastern Indiana. He grew up in a region north of Fort Wayne near Auburn and attended Leo High School. His time in high school played a role in his motivation to become a teacher himself. Bender was highly...
A Michiana Life in the Spotlight: Jamison Czarnecki
From early community involvement as a child and transformative years with AmeriCorps to eventually becoming the superintendent of Elkhart Parks and Recreation, Jamison Czarnecki has always fostered a commitment to community and service. Now in his...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Maria Avila
Maria Avila is a social media manager at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, where she brings creativity and strategy to the organization. Passionate about giving back to her community, she also serves on the Hammond Education Foundation Board,...
A Portage.Life in the Spotlight: Chris Morrison
Chris Morrison wears many hats at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), where he served as the former secretary of the Westville Warriors and former treasurer of S.H.I.N.E., a student-led organization dedicated to spreading positivity and kindness. An...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Santa Claus (Daniel Trent)
In the heart of La Porte, Indiana, the holiday season comes to life with the familiar sight of Santa Claus waving from a parade float or greeting children at community events. For many, Santa represents the joy and magic of Christmas, but in La...