He’s making a list; he’s checking it twice; he’s going to find out all the kids in Northwest Indiana are nice! Children in the area writing letters to Santa this year are sure to be in for a treat thanks to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater...
Lauren Grasham
The Great Room at the Porter County Expo Center offers almost 10,000 square feet, quality features, for a variety of events
With almost 10,000 square feet and the capacity to hold around 600 people, the Great Room at the Porter County Expo Center is capable of hosting a variety of large events including weddings, business events, and even drag shows. The room was...
City of Portage hosts Veteran’s Day service to thank and offer support to those who have served and are currently serving our country
A large crowd of veterans and their loved ones gathered at Woodland Park in Portage on Thursday, November 11, to celebrate Veteran’s Day and honor those who have served and are currently serving our country. “I really appreciate the participation...
Veteran Spotlight Series: Terry Dernik
Terry Dernik went into the army with the goal of becoming a helicopter pilot. Instead, he took on the title of a scout dog handler in the Vietnam War, a position he at first knew very little about but quickly saw to wear the title with a badge of...
Porter County Veterans Service Office educates, helps, connects veterans throughout the county and nation
The Porter County Veterans Service Office is working hard to make sure veterans throughout the county have the help they need with any matter regarding their time serving our country. Director of Veteran Services Joseph (Joe) Baruffi described it as...
Cancer Survivor Series: Rick Gosser
In 2019, Rick Gosser received a diagnosis that changed his entire perspective on life. Gosser decided to visit the doctor that year when he noticed a mark that just wouldn’t heal. “I had a sore on my left shoulder that would just not heal...
Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso sales and motorclothes staff creates family-like atmosphere; makes a welcoming environment for all
“Family” was a common word that came up when the sales and motorclothes staff at Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso spoke about their time at the dealership. They understand it’s not more about buying the fanciest bike or the best-looking clothes,...
HealthLinc receives $25,000 Grant from 1st Source Foundation for optometry center in Mishawaka
The 1st Source Foundation has awarded HealthLinc with a $25,000 grant to go toward the clinic’s new optometry center in Mishawaka, Ind. The grant was made possible through the Foundation, which works with 1st Source Bank to give back to...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana thanks Michael Simpson of M.E. Simpson Co, Inc. for over a decade of support
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana are incredibly appreciative of Michael Simpson and his company, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc, for the extensive involvement and support over the years. Simpson has been...