This weekend, the Region is heating up as summer hits its stride, and that means there’s plenty of opportunity to get outside and in your community! Whether you’re looking to celebrate, dance, shop, or just mingle, you’ll find something fun...
Jennifer “Jenny” Karbler’s occupational journey is intertwined with her love of academics, sports and the Portage community. In her past and present roles as a teacher and coach, Karbler exudes great intentionality in creating a fun learning...
The Porter County Community Foundation (PCCF) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Porter County: Arieanna Brown of Washington Township High School, Miles O’Shea of Valparaiso High...
Hundreds of people in Northwest Indiana gathered together at Founders Square for the City of Portage’s annual Memorial Day service on Monday, May 27. Debbie Podgorski, secretary for Post 260 Auxiliary, describes how significant Memorial Day is to...
Whether it's the 4th of July weekend or just a day you’re playing hooky from work, make sure you make a splash this summer while in the Region. Summers in the Region are always sure to please. You can check out the Hometown Jam concert, Festival of...
Beverly Williams entered small-town Portage with aspirations to grow her family. Little did she know that she would lay a cornerstone at George L. Myers Elementary School through her work as a parent volunteer, a crossing guard and a classroom...
Join the City of Portage every Friday through the summer for the Market on the Square and Movies in the Park! From 3-9 p.m., enjoy food trucks, vendors, farmers, crafters, the Splash Pad, Kids Zone, and more every Friday. Stick around afterwards to...
