Life in the Spotlight

Most people would take any chance they get to enjoy a sweet treat, especially when it’s something they haven’t tried before. Bailey Fairbairn has always loved baking, and she recently took it to the next level with a baking page she started for the …

Luke Triveline has spent nearly two decades shaping young athletes at Lake Central High School, but his influence goes far beyond wins and losses. As the Boys Wrestling coach, he focuses on building character, resilience, and teamwork—preparing students not …

Jennamarie Aboul-Hosn has danced since she was three years old. Now in her 20s, she established a dance school of her own in Portage right back where she grew up.  After high school, Aboul-Hosn went straight into the working world, bypassing college to …

Annie Gustin started at Lakeshore Cafe in 2004. Just a couple of years ago, after working as a barista and manager at the cafe for almost two decades, Gustin purchased the business. “The original owners, Tina and Mike Bowen—whom I not only knew from …

A lotus flower is, by nature, an anomaly. Its beauty and idyllic imagery evoke a sense of nature’s ability to persevere despite expectations. Perseverance is the ability to bloom amid murky, muddy water. This natural phenomenon allows one to quantify …

Creating art is more than a simple passion for Kathy Reddy White. It’s a lifestyle that she’s always had a pleasurable experience with. White grew up in the Michiana area during her educational journey. This included St. Mary’s College, followed by the …

Gabriel Lopez is the production designer at Creative Graphic Solutions, a Portage-based marketing and design agency. In his role, he works closely with his brother Fernando Lopez, who serves as the business’ graphic designer. “I’m very hands-on,” …

Caleigh Davis makes balancing look effortless, but don’t be fooled. Between a full-time job, volunteering with Tri Kappa, and raising two little kids on her own, she’s performing a high-wire act of her own design, and somehow, she manages it all with a …

Photo courtesy of Nina Tadic Photography Makenna Fetch has spent her life interested in art and celebration. Now in her role as marketing coordinator for the Porter County Public Library (PCPL) system, she has the privilege of using those interests to serve …

A lifelong resident of La Porte, Daina Krueger began making soaps out of her home 11 years ago. While she had worked in banking for 20 years, Krueger was searching for a career that would invite her to exercise her creativity and allow her time to help …