Between sports, concerts, parades, and a variety of unique events, the Region brings communities together for some fun activities all year long. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, these events have something for people at every age level. In 2025, we …

Between sports, concerts, parades, and a variety of unique events, the Region brings communities together for some fun activities all year long. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, these events have something for people at every age level. In 2025, we …

A picture’s worth a thousand words, and we’ve had an awful lot to say this year! In 2025, you probably saw one of our photographers wearing GreatNews.Life apparel attending a sporting event, graduation ceremony, holiday festival, hometown parade …

What a year it has been for Valparaiso, Indiana. Businesses, organizations, and city leaders all came together to make this year a memorable one. The community was able to enjoy all kinds of events, from Valparaiso University’s Center for Games and …

What a year it has been for Portage, Indiana. Businesses, organizations, and city leaders all came together to make this year a memorable one. The community was able to enjoy all kinds of events, from the absolutely wicked City of Portage’s Light Up the …

While it’s important to have fun with friends and family members, the number one priority to making that happen relies on our health. Everyone goes through difficult times each year, which is what makes our wellbeing so important. In 2025, we covered health …

A lot of business is conducted in Northern Indiana, and GreatNews.Life is there to capture the biggest moments. Whether that’s spotlighting some of the businesses making an impact on the day-to-day lives of those living in Northern Indiana or helping find …

The responsibility of a County Surveyor is needed to establish and maintain official land and water boundaries in a community. This person must ensure legal compliance for land use while providing geographical data for mapping, engineering, and construction …

There’s a good chance that in every election season, you have been encouraged to go vote a handful of times. In Porter County, the emphasis on voting is just as significant, which is why it’s important to make the experience as good as possible for …

The Porter County Board of Commissioners are accepting applications for the following Boards: Individuals interested in being considered for a board position may visit the Porter County Commissioners’ office, 155 Indiana Avenue, Suite 205, Valparaiso, IN …