As new information continues to surface regarding the tragic shooting that occurred in Orlando this weekend, community members look to each other for support. A candlelight vigil was held on the lawn of First United Methodist Church in Crown Point on...
Julia Rhode
Local Nonprofit Emma’s Footprints donates CuddleCots to Every NWI hospital
It seemed fitting that the phrase “Give. Lead. Make a difference.” was written on the wall behind Joseph and Amelia Kowalisyn as they spoke about Emma’s Footprints, a nonprofit organization they created in honor of their daughter Emma. Emma...
The Sun Comes Out for Portage YMCA’s Annual Healthy Kids Day
Health met fun at Portage YMCA’s annual Healthy Kids Day this Saturday. With free health screenings, bouncy houses, snow cones, and a multitude of booths, members of the Portage community, no matter what age, were able to enjoy their time learning...
Portage High School Presents Opening Night of “Into the Woods”
Complete with a knife-wielding Little Red Riding Hood, a Rapunzel that chokes on her extremely long hair, and a student in a cow costume, Portage High School’s “Into the Woods” had the audience laughing from start to finish. Directed by Kevin...
Valparaiso Community Schools Break Ground for Heavilin Elementary
In celebration of the promising future for Valparaiso Community Schools, the sun shone down on an excited school board and community members alike. With the groundbreaking for Heavilin Elementary, the positive impacts the referendum will have for...
Calumet College of St. Joseph Celebrates Donors with Annual Trustees’ Ball
The 51st Annual Trustees’ Scholarship Ball was held Saturday night to generate funds for the Calumet College of St. Joseph’s Scholarship Fund. Cocktails and appetizers were served as guests arrived, followed by dinner. Phase4 Band also graced the...
Oak Partners Shows Client Appreciation with Day of Basketball
Oak Partners held another successful day of barbecue, beer, and basketball. Hosting about 160 clients at True BBQ and Whiskey Bar, Oak Partners offered their clients an enjoyable way to spend time with each other, as well as staff, while enjoying...
Jacob’s Ladder Holds Ribbon Cutting to Celebrate New Location
Ribbon cuttings are always a time of joy and excitement for a business’ future, but tonight the cutting of a bright red ribbon also symbolized the opportunity to better the futures of hundreds of children from nine different counties. With the...
Excellence in Business Honored at 2016 Lakeshore Chamber Gala
Food, dancing, and a celebration of a year of hard work in East Chicago and Hammond all went into Saturday night’s Lakeshore Chamber Gala. Focusing on the positive impact businesses have had on the community, awards such as Business Persons of the...
NITCO Supports Community with Sponsorship of VU Basketball
Partnerships are formed around great people with a common goal of contributing to the community. For NITCO, sponsoring the Valparaiso University’s mens' basketball game on Thursday night was a no-brainer. Connecting a local company to the area’s...