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Never is it lost on me that we get to spend time in so many communities and share in their celebrations, history, students, parks, and play and how that feeds my soul. As summer events begin to wind up, and back to school is in full force, we can tell you …

A devout father, husband, colleague, and friend, Shane Nelson is helping small-town Portage High School make big-time leaps and bounds with their athletic program. Nelson has a heart for his students and his athletes, and as a native of Northwest Indiana, he …

What’s happened recently? The Marian Knights went back to school on Monday, August 10. New and old faces filtered through the glass doors — some excited, some nervous, some indifferent- for a new year of opportunity and learning. Upperclassmen helped to …

What’s recently happened? The 2026-2027 school year has started at Morgan Township High School (MTHS), bringing with it another year of sports, events, and excitement for students and their families. On August 12, school officially began at MTHS. Students …

Overseeing an entire town and the various departments within the local government, managing his family owned business, supporting his family, and keeping on top of his hobbies leaves Indiana native and Wakarusa Town Manager Rob Slagle with a full plate, and …

As the superintendent of the Porter Township School Corporation, Stacey Schmidt knows that providing a quality education involves much more than organizing budgets and managing the buildings. It means having a vision that will ensure that every decision made …

For just under a decade, Jennifer Pavlinac has dedicated her life to pursuing her passion for nursing. Now, she is excitedly taking on a pediatric provider role with Crown Point NorthShore Health Centers. Pavlinac began her journey in 2017, following a …

Kristan Santiago is the proud owner of The Cleaning Lady, which she established in 2019. A volunteer at La Porte County Habitat for Humanity, Santiago is set to begin working toward her bachelor’s degree in fall and is a mother of five. “Just being a mom …

The August 11, 2026 derecho impacted Northwest Indiana, I have been reminded once again of the strength, generosity, and resilience of our community. When disaster strikes, we know who responds first. Utility crews restore power. First responders protect …

Labor Day weekend is an opportunity for people to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers. There is no shortage of special events taking place around Northwest Indiana this Labor Day weekend. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things …