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.
There’s a common saying that a picture is worth 1,000 words. When it comes to Evan Gagnon, the picture is worth 1,000 points. Gagnon is a senior at North Newton High School. Growing up in the Region, he shares how he’s been able to learn from...
There are several opportunities that are waiting to be explored by people who have a strong passion. Julio Herrera is a student who found out what he wants to pursue by spending time with his family. Herrera was able to find plenty of...
Most data analysts find their niche in fields such as science, medicine, or finance. It’s rare to come across one who also has the drive to pursue something drastically different. For Ashourrina Auz, her passion to manage a waffle business places...
Sometimes it can be scary to ask for help. The fear of rejection can be enough of a gut punch for people to even consider reaching out for assistance. While this was a struggle for Steph Maderas, she was able to overcome it once she found out what...
Finding the person to spend the rest of your life with can be an enduring journey. As for Todd and Joy Zandstra, they found each other in high school. Both having attended Protestant Reformed Christian School and Heritage Christian High School, the...
As time goes on and everybody pursues their individual goals, people are commonly unable to see those they’re closest with as often as they once did. Elaine Butynski and Jo Ellen Aleksandrovich, sisters, have been able to spend a lot of time...
For the bulk of his early life, Sanh Tran had to overcome an array of obstacles before he could find comfort in life. Today, he’s become an icon in the Region. Tran was born in Vietnam. His father, originally from China, escaped to Vietnam in 1945...
Crossing the bridge and taking risks can be scary for some people. For people like Ashley Spargo, taking a chance on something special can say a lot about their confidence and passion. Spargo graduated from Crown Point High School. She furthered her...
Sooner or later, everyone comes across challenging situations in their life. For Jacob Kiefor, he puts his creativity on full display while receiving plenty of support from friends and families to turn his ambitions into a reality. Kiefor grew up in...
Influence is a powerful tool. Whether we are inspired by people such as teachers or coaches, there’s always someone to lead the way. For Leslie Malerich, that influence first came from within her family. Malerich was born in Hammond and grew up in...