In this issue
This edition of Northwest Indiana Business Magazine comes during a time when the world faces a challenge unlike anything in recent history. Our writers learned ... Read more.
Around the Region
Learn about people and companies making a difference at work and in their communities, including Dana Dumezich of Schererville who recently was appointed to the... Read more.
Disney adventure of a lifetime
Hammond native Bob Chapek, now CEO of The Walt Disney Co., said his affinity for Disney began when he was a child during vacations to Walt Disney World in Flori... Read more.
Northwest Indiana Forum hosts June 4 online presentation with Indiana Commerce Secretary Jim Schellinger
The Northwest Indiana Form will host an online presentation featuring Indiana Commerce Secretary Jim Schellinger on June 4.... Read more.
Businesses reopening leads to rising gas prices
Demand for gasoline along with prices is rising as more people return to work and restrictions ease on public activity amid the pandemic.... Read more.
Pandemic-created drop in tax collections leads to state spending cuts
The pandemic which led to stay-at-home orders and reduced business activity led to reduced tax collections in April and now calls for cuts in state spending.... Read more.
Crisis-related job losses leads to spike in April unemployment rate
Stay-at-home orders and business shutdowns in recent weeks because of the pandemic were the main causes of unemployment soaring sharply, experts say.... Read more.
Pandemic fuels drop in sales of existing homes in April
With people sheltered in place during the pandemic in recent weeks, Realtors expected the crisis to lead to a drop in sales of existing homes during April. Numb... Read more.
Lakeshore chamber May 27 luncheon goes virtual
The Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce scheduled luncheon for May 27 is going virtual.... Read more.
Assistance plentiful to assist Region during pandemic
As businesses and other organizations return to either normal or limited operations as public restrictions fueled by the pandemic ease, support continues pourin... Read more.