Jillian Spano

Dr. Blake Soller graduated from Chesterton High School as a young man, unsure of what he wanted from life and a career. Today, about 20 years later, Soller teaches English at Chesterton High School, having found an unlikely sense of drive and purpose...

John Summers, a lifelong resident of Lake County Indiana, dedicates much of his time to supporting fellow veterans. Summers volunteers for a local non-profit organization called Operation Charlie Bravo (OCB). Having the opportunity to use his skills...

No matter the time of year, the Region always brings a wide variety of new, innovative events and activities to help bring communities together. From concerts to parades and from races to parties, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The year...

John Dempsey, a resident of Munster, Indiana, began his long battle with cancer at the age of 52-years-old. Dempsey had no idea that receiving a colonoscopy as a preventative measure would begin a six-year journey with colorectal cancer. Dempsey...

For the second year the local Crown Point team, the Lake County Corn Dogs, hosted the exciting and unique “Christmas in July” event. Community members from the Region rallied together to support the community-based team, engaging in a fun...

The Portage Economic Development Corporation (EDC) gathered members and partners for a fun-filled outing at the US Steel Yard. The group piled in to catch the exhilarating Railcats game while connecting on a more personal level and enjoying a classic...