The Duneland Chamber of Commerce announced the winners if its annual community awards.
The chamber will honor winners during an event from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 16 at the Spa Special Events Center in Porter.
“Each year, our community awards remind us just how many extraordinary people and organizations are making a difference in Duneland,” said Maura Mundell, president of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce, in a press release. “We're proud to recognize this year's recipients and celebrate the lasting impact they've had on our communities.”
Award Categories and Honorees are as follows:
- New Construction Award: CIT Trucks
- Business Renovation Awards: Beaches & Beyond Gift Shop, Chesterton Art Center, Chesterton Town Hall and Chesterton Fire Department, EMPATH Wellness, Gallery 1882, Hard Rock Concrete Cutters
- Putting Duneland on the Map Award: Chesterton Railside Arts and Cultural District
- Humanitarian of the Year Award: Terry Lewis
- Golden Achievement Award: Anne Walsh
- Volunteer of the Year Award: Duneland Garden Club
- Serviceperson of the Year Awards: Chesterton Police Officers Cpl. Nolan Mancera and Lt. David Virijevich
- Duneland Distinguished Woman: To be announced at event
The Duneland Chamber of Commerce serves the towns of Beverly Shores, Burns Harbor, Chesterton, Dune Acres and Porter. Tickets are available for the event here.
