Samantha Marino

Nothing says summertime quite like patio season. For Michelle Quimby, a backyard transformation by Redwood Landscape turned a small wooden deck into a beautiful outdoor living space where her family can relax, entertain guests and make the most of the warmer …

Cassie Eaton’s job is far from “ruff.” As a veterinary assistant at McAfee Animal Hospital, she’s found a career that reignited her passion for helping animals after years of searching for the right fit. Eaton went to college for Wildlife Ecology …

Christine Robinson just joined McAfee Animal Hospital in July 2025, but she has quickly become an essential part of the clinic’s front-line team. As a customer care representative, she helps ensure that both patients and clients receive the support and …

For years, Kankakee Valley Rural Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) has helped local students pursue higher education through scholarships funded by its Operation Round Up program. This year, the cooperative took that support a step further by introducing …

Marshmallows, squares of chocolate and graham crackers: most people know the recipe for a good s’more. What most people may not know is that behind Lowell dessert shop Toasted S’mores is the story of a family who continues to beat impossible odds. Nathan …

With vehicle prices remaining high and financing options becoming increasingly complex, shopping for a car can feel overwhelming. According to Purdue Federal Credit Union, a little preparation before stepping onto a dealership lot can make a significant …

It’s a tale as old as time. The alarm rings, you begrudgingly go to a job that you don’t want to be at, come home, have dinner, and do it all again the next day. Rinse and repeat for forty years. Merrillville Teacher Luis Chavez Dorantes is reminding …

No plans yet for this weekend? Consider bebopping over to downtown Elkhart for the 38th annual Elkhart Jazz Festival. Running from June 18-21, the annual festival will feature more than 100 performers in downtown Elkhart, filling streets, stages, restaurants …

Lots of women wear many hats, but Jill Vagner makes you wonder if she has a superhero cape tucked away somewhere. Between teaching, coaching, running businesses, staying deeply involved in her community, and being a mom, Vagner seems to find time for just …

“My dog never leaves the yard.” “We live in the city.” “My dog only goes outside for a few minutes.” According to Dr. Abby Hammond of McAfee Animal Hospital, those are among the most common reasons pet owners believe their …