On Saturday, January 25, the City of La Porte hosted the second day of its annual Winterfest celebration. Attendees flocked from across the Region — and even as far as Minnesota — to brave the cold, participate in the various activities, and...
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A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Kaiden Santos
Living out the Boy Scouts of America's (BSA) promise “to help other people at all times,” Kaiden Santos, a dedicated member of BSA Troop 45 in Crown Point, Ind., has achieved the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in Scouting....
Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas shares exciting vision of the future at 2025 State of the City Address
On Wednesday, January 15, Valparaiso Mayor Jon Costas delivered his 2025 State of the City Address at the Valpo Chamber’s Annual Meeting. Over 400 elected officials and representatives of local businesses gathered in the Porter County Expo Center...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Alexandria ‘Ally’ Shinkan
For Alexandria “Ally” Shinkan, theatre is more than a stage — it’s a transformative space where individuals of all ages can discover their voice, build confidence and connect with others. Hailing from Munster, Ind., Shinkan’s passion for...
A Northwest Indiana Life in the Spotlight: Shannon Fernandez
Raised in foster care in a small town in central Illinois, Shannon Fernandez spent much of her childhood with her grandparents in a household where birthdays and holidays were not celebrated. Rather than let her upbringing define her, Fernandez used...