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Sean Tomei is a third generation tree arborist who took over the Tree Bee Arborists business. The Tree Bee Arborists are members of the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and the Indiana Arborist Association, and are Indiana Society of...

While Thanksgiving is here in the Region, holiday excitement is already building for winter and Christmas! Burn some calories before heading to Thanksgiving at the Turkey Trot and get in some early carols after at one of the many tree lightings...

Clarissa Espinoza has always wanted to define her own reality. While many of her peers have chosen to make impacts in traditional jobs, Espinoza wanted to chart her own course. As a professional in the media industry, she simultaneously makes an...

 What’s recently happened? The Portage Economic Development Corporation in collaboration with Portage Township Schools hosted the Manufacturing 360 event with nearly 100 Portage High School (PHS) students. During this event, various training and...

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, and that means the chance to eat, shop, and socialize until you drop is right around the corner! The Region is helping you prepare this weekend with activities sure to serve as conversation starters and get you in...

Big opportunities are coming to the Region! With the new skatepark opening in Valparaiso, award-winning artist Ludacris hitting New Buffalo, holiday markets and photo opportunities popping up, and so much more, there’s a lot to do this weekend. How...

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Robert Shankland moved to Valparaiso with his family at the age of 11 and has lived there ever since. After graduating from Valparaiso High School in 1959, Shankland went on to the University of Michigan to get his...

Melinda Metz bought the Minuteman Press on Willowcreek seven years ago and has not looked back. She started as a graphic designer 20 years ago and was able to work her way to buying the franchise. As the owner, she now gets to interact with a...

While the weather in Northwest Indiana might be inconsistent, the fun to be found in the Region is not! From art galleries to parades to minigolf, anything you’re looking to do is covered by the many attractions right at home. Take a look at our...

Merrillville resident Joy Johnson always goes in for an annual mammogram. However, in the year 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, Johnson was nervous to go. Now just over two years cancer free, Johnson is thanking her blessings that she...