The 2024 Good Life Awards brought together professionals and community members from across northern Indiana to celebrate those making a positive difference in their communities. Held at Uptown Social in Michigan City, this ceremony was filled with...
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A day in the life of Vern Turek, a Latitude Commercial property manager
In the world of commercial real estate, property managers are some of the busiest individuals around. They balance the needs of their client property owners with the day to day upkeep needed to keep tenants happy, often while working to expand their...
Read MoreCommunity first: VEDC’s volunteer powered approach to economic development
The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) is planning on beginning 2025 the same way it always has–with a focus on collaboration and advocacy, driven by community-minded volunteers with a passion for fostering growth. As a...
Read MoreChester Inc. & NEO cut the ribbon on Creekside Early Learning Center, set to open this spring
Parents in and around Portage are just a few months away from enjoying access to a new, high-quality early childhood education center after Neighbors Educational Opportunities (NEO) cut the ribbon on Creekside Early Learning Center on Tuesday,...
Read MoreNew neighborhood breaks ground in Michigan City
Community leaders turned a shovel on Woodland Ridge, the first new neighborhood to be developed in Michigan City in 50 years, at a recent groundbreaking ceremony. The event marked the Allen Edwin Homes development, which will include homes from 1,252...
Read MoreComcast Expands High-Speed Internet Network in Berrien County
Expansion follows Comcast’s network investment of more than $880 million in Michigan over the last three years Today, Comcast announced the extension of its powerful and reliable network in Berrien County, Michigan. This expansion brings...
Read MoreComcast Convenes Digital Equity and Economic Development Roundtable in Michigan City with Local Officials and Community Leaders
Roundtable Follows $75,000 Talent for Tomorrow: Digital Equity Challenge Grant to Support the Michigan City Area Schools Digital Revitalization Initiative Michigan City Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch, Michigan City Area Schools Superintendent Dr. Wendel...
Read MoreHorizon Bank La Porte celebrates branch renovations and check presentations with local organizations
Horizon Bank celebrated its new branch renovation on Tuesday, November 19. at 710 Indiana Avenue in La Porte. Kevin Gould, Branch Manager of the La Porte branch, considered this to be a day of opportunity for his team and local organizations. “We...
Read MoreFuturecast 2025 explores Northwest Indiana’s economic outlook
On Friday, November 15, Legacy Foundation and the Indiana University Northwest's School of Business and Economics and the Kelley School of Business hosted the Lake County Advancement Committee Futurecast: 2025 Economic Outlook at the Avalon Manor...
Read MoreCity of La Porte supports Highway 39 North residents with fire safety and water infrastructure
The City of La Porte has annexed the area just north of Highway 39 with the permission of those living in the annexed area. With the annexation comes a host of new benefits to the residents around Highway 39 North thanks to support from the municipal...
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