Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
Yulan Wang is nothing short of resilient, and with the support of her family, husband, and the Elkhart community, she has channeled her resilience into prosperity. Wang’s story is unlike others. She hails from a small, countryside village in the Jiangjin …
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There are many criteria for being a good citizen, and lifelong Portage resident Bruce Thorn meets them all. Thorn was born and raised in Portage alongside five brothers. His childhood and young adulthood spanned a turbulent time in America; the 1950s were …
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Michigan City’s Chris Perkins is an electrical engineer at Hitachi Global Air Power, ensuring that customers throughout the world have access to the equipment they need on the job. It’s a position that Perkins dreamed of having when he graduated from …
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Sarah Archer has carved out a powerful voice in the Region’s music scene, blending heartfelt storytelling with real-life experiences. Archer grew up in Crown Point as one of six children. She graduated from Crown Point High …
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Holly Wells has built a life rooted in creativity and connection in Valparaiso. Most importantly, she is dedicated to helping others feel heard and cared for. Wells grew up in the Valparaiso area, attending Valparaiso High School. She spent some time in …
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Benjamin “Ben” and Katelyn Leonard-White started Regional Performing Arts Company, a children’s community theatre, in Portage. In addition to founding the Performing Arts Center, Ben serves as the producer and treasurer, while Katelyn serves as the …
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Elkhart High School’s Junior Varsity softball team just got a new head coach, and while Haley Masten might be new to the position, she’ll need no introduction to the team. Masten, who accepted the role as head coach this year, is bringing …
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Photo by Vanessa Hein Photography Natasha Boyd, freelance hair stylist and founder of Crown Point’s Beauty House on Main, has spent the last 15 years honing her skills and chasing her ambitions in the beauty industry. Early in life, Boyd discovered her …
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Owners of Victory City Grill in Hamlet, Indiana, Joe and Dana Conboy are very patriotic. “When we looked at this place, the restaurant had a small town feel and was a patriotic place as well,” Dana Conboy said. “It was a perfect fit for us.” The …
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Portage Pop Warner has become a haven for community youth to participate in sports and learn the value of teamwork. It could not run without President Jared Grabill. Portage Pop Warner makes a tremendous difference within the community; around 200 athletes …
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