Kellyn Vale

One of the fundamental elements of life is a true connection with others. We look for these friendships through school, work, mutual friends, or family, and over time, find groups that we seem to just belong to, forming kinships that last lifetimes. Perhaps …

Life has a way of coming full circle, sometimes in the ways we least expect. Cassidy Stewart is a prime example of how unexpected connections somehow land us exactly where we’re meant to be. Stewart initially interviewed for a position at Century 21 …

Most high school kids would probably view a five-mile run at seven in the morning as the stuff of nightmares, but for Tommy Elwood, a junior at Portage High School, this is what a typical morning looks like. Elwood is a proud member of the cross country and …

Community members came together on Saturday evening in celebration of the 16th Annual Gala for Humane Indiana. With over 500 in attendance, the event was wildly successful, and sold out for the first time in its history. “Tonight is a celebration of all the …

Thursday evening, members of the Lake County Indiana Economic Alliance gathered alongside investors and community members to celebrate their 5th year of success and inspiration. The Lake County Indiana Economic Alliance (LCEA) works to strengthen the economic …

Taking another step toward building a better LaPorte on Wednesday afternoon, American Renolit Corporation (ARC) gifted Rebuilding Together LaPorte County (RTLC) a $2,500 check. “I’m very proud that we can contribute to this community cause,” said ARC …

Growing up, Jeremy Blosser, like many young people, was somewhat unsure about what he wanted to do in the future. But he credits his parents and some important mentors for instilling the attributes of hard work and discipline that would carry him through …

Hobart Mayor Brian Snedecor has a stake in helping to build the city into a place where young people actively choose to live, and where they can thrive and plant roots. Ever since he took office more than 11 years ago, he has put his servant-leadership …

Teresa Cox, Highland resident and teacher at Willowcreek Middle School, has a sense of compassion that touches everyone she meets. “I really owe that to my grandparents,” Cox said. “They were my role models for everything, the greatest people in my …

Thursday evening, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana hosted its Youth of the Year reception, which celebrates teens whose Club experience has empowered them to find their voice and achieve success. “Tonight is one of our most spectacular …