It’s one of the luxuries of living in a developed nation in the 21st century, that we needn’t spare a thought when flushing the toilet, taking a shower, or doing a load of laundry. Had we any reason to think about it at all—as Chicagoans did in...
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Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation fuels growth with Bluejay II Project
Valparaiso, Indiana has long been a hub for business and community growth, and the Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) continues to pave the way for local companies to thrive. One such success story is the Bluejay II project,...
CompressAir helps customers save by optimizing the fourth utility – compressed air
Water, gas, electricity – three utilities well-known to any property or business owner. They keep the lights on, faucets running, and stoves burning. If you shift your eyes over to industry and manufacturing, however, you will find that those three...
Lighthouse Autism Center to Open Location in La Porte
Lighthouse Autism Center has signed a long-term lease in the 5,932 SF building located at 2910 Monroe St, La Porte, IN. They have plans to start their buildout this fall with an anticipated opening in the Spring of 25’. The mission at...
External demo underway as old CMS is transformed into YMCA Healthy Living Campus
External demolition is underway at the old Chesterton Middle School (and before that the old Chesterton High School), as work continues on the construction of the Duneland Family YMCA’s Healthy Living Campus. Yesterday morning, Monday, Sept. 30, an...
NITCO celebrates introduction of fiber internet to Mount Ayr community with ribbon cutting ceremony
A small town like Mount Ayr might go under the radar in Northwest Indiana. However, its small population helps create a stronger sense of togetherness where everybody knows one another in the community. As a result, NITCO has worked with the town to...
RDA Seeking to Add Controller and Economic Development Positions
The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) is hiring! RDA is seeking applicants for the positions of Economic Development Director and Controller. The Economic Development Director will be responsible for overseeing the newly created...
City kicks off capital campaign for Fedder’s Alley All-Inclusive Playground and Fitness Park
A new destination playground and fitness park designed for children and adults of all ages and abilities is coming to Fedder’s Alley at Washington Park. With $3 million already committed toward the $5 million project, Mayor Angie Nelson...
LCEA names Chris Salatas President & CEO
The Lake County Economic Alliance has been operating under an interim President & CEO since November 2022. On September 18th, 2024, the Board of Directors completed their search for a permanent President & CEO. After many months in the search...
Vacant Building to Become Viking Medical Center
The long-vacant building at 1425 Glendale Blvd. is being transformed into a state-of-the-art medical facility in an ambitious project by local firm Hasse Construction. Viking Medical Center will be a 43,500-square-foot medical facility including two...