Beth Ireland

Right in the heart of the duneland shore sits Portage, Indiana. And while the city is still a relatively new one, Portage has a storied history in the area and is looking forward to a bright future.  The first European settlers came to the area...

Ah, the retired life, a relaxed pace of living where you can do nothing but the things you love… until a quick look outside your window reveals the lawn that needs mowing and the gutters that need cleaning. There’s a place in Portage that can...

A pandemic doesn’t care about your legal needs, but the attorneys at Rhame Elwood & McClure do. Whether it is adapting to new ways of keeping in contact with clients or offering free consultations to individuals and small businesses during this...

So, you’re working from home for the time being. Of course, it’s great. The commute is super short, your pet is happy, and yeah, it’s casual Friday every day (And let’s be honest, sometimes it’s more than casual. PJs, anyone?) In...

When you have a last name like Ireland, you get pretty into all things Irish. Second to Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day is my favorite holiday. Whether it’s feasting on corned beef and cabbage or wearing green from head to toe, I’ve been known to...

Every February through April 15, the great race to file your taxes takes place. Thankfully for those who are starting to stress out, there’s hope. The United Way of Porter County offers anyone whose adjusted gross income is $56,000 or less free tax...

If you need something fixed at Porter Regional Hospital, just ask for “Big Daddy,” or Jerry Scott as he is more formally known. Scott, a maintenance technician at the hospital, is ready to lend a helping hand, almost always with a side of...

Over the last 14 years, Northwest Indiana has seen many changes, especially along our lakeshore. Many residents may not know just how much the Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority (RDA) has been a part of those changes. From lakeshore...