Sergio Valdes

Six years ago, when Cedar Lake resident Molly Bernotus went to get her wisdom teeth removed, the oral surgeon found something in her jaw during an X-Ray. Thinking that it was some kind of cyst, the oral surgeon sent a biopsy to a lab to be examined....

Salesman Johnny Alsurakhi of Highland’s Thomas Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM believes good and reliable employee delivers quality customer service and operates with this mindset. His outgoing, positive philosophy as an employee and as an individual...

La Porte resident Dr. Dale Goodman, MD is a man of many interests with a life-long desire for learning. An accomplished anesthesiologist, Goodman has spent his life pursuing his passions and cultivating his infinite fascination with the world. Born...

One way to bring people together and cultivate a strong sense of community is through sports. Alexandria Bradley would absolutely agree with this sentiment. As the Head Coach of Girls Volleyball at West Side Leadership Academy in Gary, Bradley has...

Gavin Gescheidler is one of the newest team members at Thomas KIA of Highland. Currently a car salesman, Gescheidler believes that confidence and enthusiasm are key factors in bettering oneself as an employee and as a person when working in this...

“A person with a genuine passion for the community” perfectly describes a man like Phil Taillon. Working as the Chief of Staff for the City of Hammond, Taillon has been involved for decades in making positive changes for Hammond and its...

In order to be successful, an organization needs the right people to keep everyone else connected, informed, and operating. For the City of Crown Point, one of those important people is Adam Graper, the city’s Director of Media Relations / IT....

“An avid marathon runner with a big heart” is the perfect way to describe Merrillville resident Deanna Grimes. After moving to Northwest Indiana years ago, Grimes has enjoyed immersing herself into the vibrant...

In order for our future leaders to succeed, we have to ensure they are being well-taught and cultivated. Principal of Hanover Central High School Tami Kepshire knows this all too well. Formerly a respiratory therapist and a teacher, Kepshire has...

Being a strong caretaker requires dedication and compassion. A shining example of this is Chesterton resident Allen Novreske, a crossing guard for Bailly Elementary School. He does his very best to liven up the day for children he helps cross the...