Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
Featured image taken by Emily Baginski.Coloring outside the lines has never looked so good for Suzanne Teesdale, an art teacher at Timothy Ball Elementary School. She inspires creativity in her students by encouraging them to be makers and doers –...
As the Chief of Staff for Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun, Kelly Clemens oversees all the logistics behind the scenes. “I'm really here to assist the mayor and make sure that all of his initiatives get done and get done efficiently,” Clemens said....
Heather Chaddock serves as the executive director at Westchester Public Library. In her role, she acts as the liaison between the library staff and the library’s Board of Trustees. “I oversee the staff who keep things running day to day, and then...
Erin Crawford’s passion for the American Heart Association (AHA) is evident. As a Development Director for AHA, she helps advance its mission through cultivating partnerships and relationships. “I’m so proud of our mission,” she said....
Rebecca Caston is the Media Tech Paraprofessional at Jefferson Elementary School in Hammond. She is also an illustrator for the new children’s book “Celina the Silly Witch and her Misfit Pets.” "I freelance on the side, so that's how I got...
Born and raised in the south suburbs of Chicago, David “Dave” Fajman made the jump to Indiana nearly two decades ago to transform a passionate hobby into a full-fledged career. The result is Smugglers Coffee, where Fajman became what he refers to...
Crown Point native Monika Krcoski may work behind the scenes, but her presence is felt in every corner of GreatNews.Life. As a junior full-stack web developer for the publication, she’s in charge of the day-to-day technical operations, honing one...
Born and raised in Griffith, local Hoosier Gabe Mauch, along with his sister Kate Mauch-Sheehan, are the proud owners of Grindhouse Cafe, serving coffee across the greater Northwest Indiana area from three locations. Getting their start at the...
A Lake County native and self-made entrepreneur, Javy Esquivel embodies “Hoosier Energy” and stands out as a prominent figure in the community. “Northwest Indiana, in general, is a big proponent of small businesses. With everything thriving and...
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks was founded on the principles of charity, justice, fidelity, and brotherly love. The invitation extends to all, as long as you are dedicated to the cause of charity and community service. For a lifelong...
