Jacqueline Ridge

For those suffering from lung disease, every breath can be a challenge. Millions of Americans are affected by asthma, lung cancer, air pollution, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other lung diseases. UnitedHealthcare, the American Lung …

In the wee hours of the morning, when most of the world is still asleep, high-school girls from schools all over the Region were hitting the pool, practicing their speed, agility, and technique to compete in Saturday’s Sectional Championship Swimming …

Every parent knows know how difficult it is to find safe, reliable childcare. For many parents of Northwest Indiana, the Valparaiso YMCA offers just that. For some, however, affording childcare can put a major strain on the budget. The Valparaiso Family YMCA …

As a La Porte native and a strong believer in the city’s potential, Tom Dermody has spent a lifetime trying to give back to his community. By channeling his love for the Region and his dedication to stewardship, he and his wife Jackie have launched several …

Community members are some of the greatest assets a city can have. With firsthand knowledge of what it is like to live, work, and play in a city, the community can offer valuable perspective on how to keep a city moving forward. Hammond Mayor Thomas …

Nearly anyone can capture a moment with a camera, but it takes a keen eye, an open heart, and remarkable talent to capture a person’s raw beauty. In a world of heavily-altered images and perfectly airbrushed smiles, Ashlee Dean Luna is breaking the mold …

For children of Porter County Education Services, seeing the board during class can be a struggle. With limited federal and state funds to apply toward equipment for the visually-impaired children, Porter County Education Services turned to Hannah’s Hope …

Since 1995, Michigan City High School has turned to their mascot for his entertainment during half-time, his encouragement on Friday nights, and his representation of the community in the high school. However, as years passed and students gave it their all to …

Finding a trust-worthy, honest, and affordable mechanic may seem like a challenge to some, but clients of Reeder’s Auto Service Center of Portage don’t have to think twice when it comes to auto repairs and tire services. Well-known in the Region for their …

When looking back on the most memorable experiences of high school, many people remember squeezing into bleachers with bags of popcorn as they rooted for their favorite team to rebound, dribble, and alley-oop their way to victory. Basketball in the Region has …