Mental health is hard to talk about, especially when something is wrong. Many find themselves embarrassed or ashamed, others stay quiet and shut people out. On Wednesday, Community Healthcare System hosted the "Healthy Mind, Healthy Body" Symposium,...
Franciscan Health Michigan City staff members have recognized two of their colleagues for their team approach to patient care and rapport with staff and patients. Amanpreet Kaur, MD, is the 2019 St. Luke Award recipient and Denise Fithian, RN, is the...
StoryPoint Chesterton is excited to share that the Chesterton Woman’s Club generously donated over 50 books and puzzles to our senior living community. The Chesterton Woman’s Club is an association of women who serve the community by promoting...
Methodist Hospitals Food Services Department will once again be offering a series of Farmer’s Markets to promote nutrition and enhance the availability of fresh produce to the Gary and surrounding communities. The Farmer’s Market will be held on...
Outstanding nurses were recognized at Franciscan Health campuses in Hammond, Munster and Dyer during National Nurses Week earlier this month. Franciscan Health Hammond nurses awarded were, above and pictured from left, Lindsay Fairhurst in the...
The Board of School Trustees of the Merrillville Community School Corporation announced the hiring of Mrs. LaFonda D. Morris as the new principal of Clifford Pierce Middle School. Mrs. Morris will begin her new position on July 1, 2019 and stated,...
The Board of School Trustees of the Merrillville Community School Corporation announced the hiring of Mr. Michael F. Megyesi as the new principal of Henry P. Fieler Elementary School. Mr. Megyesi will begin his new position on July 1, 2019. Mr....
This Memorial Day weekend, enjoy the hard-earned freedom we've been blessed with. Here are 10 fun things to do this weekend! Friday events | Saturday events | Sunday events May 25th - 2019 Memorial Day Car, Truck & Bike Show!...
Four lucky rabbit’s feet– still attached to the rest of the rabbit– bounded across the Portage High School track Tuesday afternoon, moments before trials began for the IHSAA Girls Track Regionals meet. Competitors from the 13 high schools...
“If life gives you lemons, make lemonade, and a lemon cake, too!” Mechell Hardiman said. Hardiman graduated this year with a degree in hospitality, but getting to the cap and gown was not easy. The Ivy Tech graduate was homeless during her time...