Elise Sims

There have been a wide variety of businesses, organizations, and communities that have been giving back to others and making the Region the best place it can be. Northern Indiana continues to grow and prosper due to the determination and relentless...

Northwest Indiana residents can get a glimpse of the area's agricultural history during a visit to Buckley Homestead County Park in Lowell. Part of Lake County Parks and Recreation facilities, the 575 acre-living history farm provides a snapshot of...

If previous years taught us anything, it’s to prioritize our wellbeing and take care of ourselves through difficult times. Each year brings new stressors and challenges, but being able to take a look at your health and make changes that promote...

Just in time for Halloween parties and tailgating, a new adult beverage will be ripping its way into retail stores across Northwest Indiana. Distributed by Indiana Beverage for CANarchy, The Beast™ Unleashed makes its debut October 2. The Beast is...

The clock is winding down on coal-fired energy sources and NIPSCO, a subsidiary of NiSource, is preparing to power Indiana for years to come. “NIPSCO is committed to creating our own reliable, sustainable supply of energy that will serve customers...

Mental illnesses can have a variety of causes and are oftentimes unpredictable. When someone you know is in distress and is having difficulty functioning at home and at work, Porter-Starke Services is available round the clock with quality inpatient...

With more than 32 years in law enforcement, Jeff Balon said he still gets up with a smile on his face in the morning and looks forward to going to work. He attributes his longevity on the job to both of his families - his family at home and his...

If you’ve been in Northwest Indiana for any length of time, you know that the 219 area code represents a unique and quirky little corner of the state fondly referred to as the Region by residents. It is a place where expressways and railroads run...

Dirt bike riders of all levels are wheelin' it to Medaryville to experience the new over-under bridge at the Leisure Time Motocross (LTMX) track. According to Track Owner Bill Ricard, there is only one other motocross track with an over-under bridge...

When it comes to improving quality of life for residents in Northwest Indiana, it is comforting to know that there is an organization that’s 'got your back.’ Urban League of Northwest Indiana, Inc. was established in 1945 to help remove the...