Jennifer Bissonnette

Festival of the Lakes is gearing up for another amazing season! From July 18 - 22, you can expect five nights of music, fun, and entertainment from Mayor Thomas McDermott and the City of Hammond. While concerts may be the highlight of the evenings,...

St. Jude House relies on the dedication and passion of many members of the community to keep their doors open. From fundraising and volunteers to strategic planning, they are full of tasks that need to be accomplished, but often require a wealth of...

The 4th of July is a day of patriotism, celebration, and community. Across the nation, people line up at parades, festivals, and fireworks displays to honor their nation and enjoy the company of family and friends. But for the City of Hammond, the...

In this day and age, basic amenities at an apartment community just don’t cut it. While a tenant may realize that a roof over their head is most important, they also value the extra perks that communities are beginning to offer. Everyone wants in...

On Wednesday afternoon, Porter-Starke Services welcomed the community to their dedication of the newest labyrinth in Valparaiso. Located on the corner of Wall Street and Cumberland Drive, the labyrinth is open year-round for the public’s use. The...

The Lakes of Valparaiso are known for their friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable staff. Serving as a leader among them is Community Manager, Amanda Carney. As a graduate of Purdue Cal’s Hospitality and Tourism Management program, Carney...

Everyone dreams of being able to find the job that doesn’t feel like work for them. For Sean Tracy, an employee with Independence Village and the StoryPoint Communities, he not only does his hobby for a living, but in doing so, honors veterans in...

While the Chesterton community anxiously awaits the opening of StoryPoint Senior Living, the staff isn’t waiting to get started on great events. Partnering with Addison Pointe next door, StoryPoint offered future residents and seniors in the local...

For anyone living in an apartment community, having a good maintenance team that you can trust is invaluable. At The Lakes of Valparaiso, a phenomenal maintenance crew takes care of resident needs in a positive, courteous manner. For Terry Little,...

Levin Tire & Service Center is in its 100th year of serving the community and their vehicles. Keeping people on the road is important to them and while they may have begun as a tire service center, they now offer a full line of services to their...