Nicole “Nikki” Martinez, an English Language Arts (ELA) eighth grade teacher at Fegely Middle School, has invested her life in education. As a first generation college graduate, Martinez felt empowered from her former teachers. She overcame...
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A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Nicole ‘Nikki’ Martinez
#1StudentNWI: Portage’s gratitude, graduation, and two greats
What’s recently happened? It’s been a long school year for the teachers of Portage Township Schools and it’s finally time to give credit where credit is due. Teacher appreciation week happened during May 6 through May 10 this year, and the...
Read More10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, May 16 – May 19
This weekend’s all about learning something new, having fun, and getting outside with your community! From worship events to artist talks to color runs, whatever you’re looking for this weekend, you’ll find it in the Region. Take a look at our...
Read MoreA Portage Life in the Spotlight: Eric Schmiedl
From aspiring zookeeper to dedicated middle school teacher, Eric Schmiedl’s career path took him on an unexpected journey. For the past eight years, he’s been teaching Project Lead the Way (PLTW) courses at Willowcreek Middle School, but before...
Read More10 Fun Things To Do in Northwest Indiana this weekend, May 9 – May 12
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching! Luckily, the Region is packed full of fun things to do with the whole family to let them know that you care. From special brunches to opportunities to get out and meet your neighbors, there’s plenty to be...
Read MoreVeteran Spotlight: John Gorski
First Lieutenant John Gorski, Army veteran and a volunteer at Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Hospice NWI in Valparaiso, has dedicated himself to caring for the needs of others. For the past three years, he has worked closely with VNA Hospice...
Read MoreA Portage Life in the Spotlight: Sgt. Matthew “Matt” Johnson
For the last two school years, Sergeant Matthew “Matt” Johnson of the Portage Police Department has been stationed at Fegely Middle School as the school resource officer. Becoming a school resource officer wasn’t always his plan, though....
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