Community

Support from local leaders has poured in from across Northern Indiana as the state’s Next Level Connections (NLC) Broadband Grant Program takes applications to subsidize broadband construction to rural areas. Surf Internet, a leader in...

Public invited to learn about Gary’s newest businesses, organizations The public is invited to learn about the products and services of more than 20 Gary-based start-up businesses from 6-8 p.m., Friday, March 22. The vendor showcase will take place...

New IU Northwest student organization provides networking, professional development, leadership opportunities From helping students gain confidence for in-person networking events to openly discussing the challenges they may face in the workplace,...

On Thursday evening, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana celebrated the achievements of eight remarkable Club members at its annual Youth of the Year Ceremony at Avalon Manor.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest...

Every day, people across Porter County depend on dozens of nonprofit organizations. They keep people fed, sheltered, educated, employed, and much more. Budgets are often tight for these essential organizations, and they depend on the support of...

Jon C. Miller knows how important his work is as Porter County Chief Deputy Recorder. In fact, Miller and his team have taken great care to preserve and digitize all documents in their care.  As the Chief Deputy Recorder, Miller and his...

To encourage community engagement, the City of Valparaiso offers a seven-week City Government Academy as an opportunity for residents to learn about how city government works in Valparaiso. “So far 130 people have graduated from our City Government...

The Porter County Community Foundation (PCCF) has awarded an $11,000 grant to the Multi Agency Academic Cooperative (MAAC) Foundation to support their First Responders Mental Health Initiative. The funds will help integrate mental health resources...

Centier Bank’s prize-linked savings account, Billinero, has named Stephanie Kuziela of Chesterton, Ind., as the monthly $1,000 drawing winner. The savings account awards cash prizes in monthly and quarterly drawings to select users and is...

Who doesn’t love a vacation? It’s a time to relax, explore new places and create memories. However, the cost associated with traveling can add up quickly. Fortunately, with some planning and saving strategies, you can enjoy your vacation without...