Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
“My true passion is developing the next generation and being someone they can rely on.” This is what Zachary Rudd had to say about his work at Real Life Community Church in Portage. Working as the Worship and Student Ministry Director there for...
Preserving your own personal stories through oral expression is a tradition mankind has practiced for thousands of years. For Anne Koehler, sharing her life’s many stories has become synonymous with visiting with others. At 85 years old, Koehler...
“I’ve always tried to do good for all people.” This is what Robin Wilkening had to say about her role as a Portage Township Trustee. Working for the Portage Township for nearly 11 years now, Wilkening was recently promoted to Director of the...
When it comes to stimulating the minds of students and cultivating their interests, Kate Bieker of Willowcreek Middle School would tell you that reading and literature are vital components to success. Working as the Media Specialist for Portage...
Trent Howard is a man dedicated to the shaping of children’s lives all over the City of Portage. As a School Resource Officer (SRO), Howard works to serve as an exemplary role model for youngsters and encourages them to do their best in life....
A veteran in the education field, Michelle Hellwege is the current principal of Saylor Elementary School. Having worked in a variety of Lake County school districts over the years, Hellwege’s current position is her first in...
Jenna Blech is an individual who leads with positivity and strives to be an ideal role model for young students. The current principal at Jones Elementary School in Portage, Blech has been working for the Portage...
For nearly 20 years, Chris Crail has dedicated his life to helping those in need and ensuring their safety. A firefighter and paramedic for the Portage Fire Department, Crail is a man with a strong will and a passion for his community. Crail is also...
Dawn Kelley, the Quality Assurance Coordinator for the Food Services Department at Portage Township Schools, strives to ensure that today’s youth are getting the highest-quality products they need to succeed. According to Kelley,...
Curtiss Asbell has devoted his life to serving his community and paying it forward. He is involved with the Family Promise Foundation, he has been working for decades in service to the people of Northwest Indiana and strives to see the Region become...