Jennifer Arzola

There have been a wide variety of businesses, organizations, and communities that have been giving back to others and making Northern Indiana the best place it can be. Northern Indiana continues to grow and prosper due to the determination and...

Transit Development Districts (TDDs) are designed to stimulate economic growth and community development. In Northwest Indiana (NWI), the NWI Regional Development Authority (RDA) has been instrumental in supporting TDDs focused on creating...

If previous years taught us anything, it’s to prioritize our wellbeing and take care of ourselves through difficult times. Each year brings new stressors and challenges, but being able to take a look at your health and make changes that promote...

A lot of business is conducted in the Region, and GreatNews.Life is there to capture the biggest moments. Whether that’s spotlighting some of the businesses making an impact on the day-to-day lives of those living in Northwest Indiana to helping...

The Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation (VEDC) is planning on beginning 2025 the same way it always has–with a focus on collaboration and advocacy, driven by community-minded volunteers with a passion for fostering growth.  As a...

Giving Tuesday, a global movement based on the simple idea of a day to do good, is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. If you are looking to make your charitable dollars go further this Giving Tuesday, the Porter County Community...

The Porter County Tourism team, led by President and CEO of Indiana Dunes Tourism Christine Livingston, is on a mission to connect all of Porter County by celebrating its most remarkable natural landmark: the Indiana Dunes.  With 4.6 million...

The Porter County Health Department is undergoing significant renovations aimed at expanding its facilities and services to better meet the needs of the community.  Backed by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), this project is a key investment...

Porter County’s Information Technology (IT) department is the unsung hero behind the smooth functioning of local government. By supporting 17 locations, 560 users, and countless public-facing services, the Porter County IT team helps...

The Hammond Gateway Transit Development District (TDD) and the revitalization of the historic Bank of Calumet are key components of downtown Hammond’s redevelopment efforts designed to stimulate economic growth and enhance the community’s...