Alayna Wilkening

Choosing an institution to trust with your hard-earned money is often a tedious process. Finding a group that truly understands your financial situation and needs is a crucial part of financial stability, but larger banks often don’t have the...

At 21 years old, Nicole Uran decided she needed a change of pace – so she decided to quit her job as a cosmetologist and join the United States Air Force. “I really wanted educational benefits. I was a cosmetologist, but that really wasn't the...

Water-soluble film manufacturer MonoSol currently operates seven facilities and employs nearly 800 people around the world, but its roots still lie in the heart of Portage, Indiana. “MonoSol is a Northwest Indiana headquartered global manufacturing...

Assistant Director of Health and Wellness Steffani Dranchak accidentally stumbled upon a career in healthcare when she needed a job at 18 years old. Though she didn’t know it yet, her experience as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) was the...

On Friday, May 13, the District 1 Law Enforcement Council hosted its 21st annual awards ceremony honoring exemplary police officers within the district. The ceremony was hosted at Hard Rock Live in Gary, Ind., and attendees were invited to mingle,...

Since its grand opening in 1930, the La Porte Civic Auditorium, more affectionately known as “the Civic,” has been a community staple for events ranging from birthday parties to national basketball tournaments. With over 47,000 people coming...

Students interested in learning more about math, media, or playing sports can find a place at Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) in one of its free summer courses. Each class takes place during the months of June or July and will fill students'...