Jessica Campbell

Albert’s Diamond Jewelers fulfills dreams every day, especially on Valentine’s Day. Girls dream of a ring, a rose, or piece of jewelry to show how much they are loved, and the guys wish to grant those dreams with a sparkling symbol of their love. For the …

You can sit with George Thon and just listen to story after story of what it was like to own a popular carry-out restaurant in Munster for 35 years. As he speaks, you can picture the scene: the hustle and bustle of the speedy carry-out joint, Thon’s …

Dave Zell works full time at the local home repair and remodel company, One Guy with Tools. The company does it all: kitchen, plumbing, wiring, basement – to be safe, let’s just say they know the ins and outs of the structure of homes and buildings. And …

Northwest Indiana. This little region is IN the middle of the U.S. It is IN between Chicago and Michigan. It is IN an area that has 40 miles of coastline, the INdiana Dunes State Park, INdustrial companies, and INcludes a lot of cool people. Jenny Soffin is …

Rene Ray has a niche for guiding those pursuing a technical career, particularly for women pursuing an un-traditional employment path. She understands the desire to have a career based on one’s individual schedule. For her, the goal was not to have her name …

There is an endless need for animal support when it comes to rescue and adoptions. Fortunately, there is also an endless amount of love, care, and giving for the animals taken in by the Northwest Indiana rescue centers and animal hospitals. The relationship …

We all know how great the city of Valparaiso is when it comes to good food, great schools, diverse shopping centers, and beautiful, accessible parks. Yet, we at Valpolife.com were curious. What could we add to this city to make it better? What do we need that …

Leeann Wright, otherwise known as The Wright Baker is starting 2017 off on the right foot. With a new job, a new, exciting race to train for, and a rising small business, her mission to lead a life of significance and service is turning into a reality. Wright …

Several people have told Mildred Spencer she should write a book on her life. At 99-years-old in February, the book would be filled with many memories and many experiences, Spencer agreed, but she always tells them, “No way.” Spencer has been living in …

Five years ago a group of people in the community came together and looked at the Memorial Opera House with a candid perspective on its past and potential future. This jewel, this theatrical, beautiful, building? “What can we do?” they asked. Five years …