With the weather getting warmer, it’s time for the Region to get outside and take advantage of the remnants of winter while it still can. From ice skating to hikes to outdoor brewfests, there’s plenty to do outside in Northwest Indiana this...
Getting your message across is one of the core needs of leadership and ratchets up every level you grow through. Your organization needs you to be confident and competent. Your own future demands it as well. As a leader, getting a plan or proposal...
For seven years, 73-year-old Larry Dzrojkoski has been driving buses for Portage schools. After retiring, Dzrojkoski decided that he wanted to get another job, one that was more flexible. Dzrojkoski figured that bus driving would give him the...
Hospitals are vital for the health of a community and necessary to drive a healthy economy. Accessible, high-quality health care is our mission—and it’s not just about treating patients. This year, 2023, marks 100 years that Methodist Hospitals...
Northwest Indiana is cranking up the fun this weekend with a plethora of pastimes to enjoy. From delicious food and drinks to showcases of art to celebrations of the Region on 219 Day, there’s a little bit of everything this week! Take a look at...
When she was in fifth grade, Julie Whitten realized what she wanted to do with the rest of her life since she had never really enjoyed going to school until that year. Whitten instantly clicked with her teacher and realized that she wanted to have...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and Northwest Indiana is heating up to make sure your dates this weekend go great. From Valentine-themed food, Galentine shopping events, and even a trip beyond our atmosphere, lovebirds have a bevy of...
Vietnam Era Veteran Leonard Corso doesn’t know what his life would’ve been like if he hadn’t served as a Green Beret medic in the military. What he does know, though, is how much his service taught him, and for that, he’ll forever be...
Even before he started to work there, Ryan McCoy was already living in the Port of Portage. He worked for another company that was based out of the Port, so he knew the ins and outs of the area. As the years progressed, McCoy was promoted to the Port...
This weekend is all about reflecting on the past and looking forward to the future in the Region! With musical performances in honor of people who changed the soundscape, reflections on the beauty of the world around us, and education opportunities...