Ports of Indiana will join the American Association of Port Authorities to celebrate the fifth annual “Western Hemisphere Ports Day” on April 5, which commemorates the maritime industry’s role in the nation’s economy.
2020 Best of Business
Best of Northwest Indiana Business and Greater South Bend/Michiana Business Awards Our readers have chosen the Best! The honorees selected for the Best of Business this year represent an array of companies, providing a variety of business services across Northwest Indiana and Greater South Bend and Michiana. More than 100 businesses were recognized in 51 […]
Methodist Hospitals discharges its first patient treated for COVID-19
Lonta Ash of Merrillville considers himself lucky. He was diagnosed with COVID-19 but thanks to medical care and time, he’s on the road to recovery.
Around the Region: April-May 2020
Learn about people and companies making a difference at work and in the Region’s communities.
National average gas price falls below $2 per gallon for first time in four years
A global crude oil price war and lower demand has caused the national average price for a gallon of gasoline to drop below $2 for the first time in four years, according to AAA.
State requesting help from health care retirees, students to assist in anticipated spike in virus cases
Indiana officials are seeking help from health care professionals, including recent retirees, medical students and those licensed in other states but residing in Indiana, to assist in an anticipated spike in COVID-19 cases.
Business community adapts, finds ways to help during crisis
Adapting to a world dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic where public interaction has been limited to slow the spread of the virus has the business community finding the best ways to help and cope with the situation.
Sales of existing homes in Region start 2020 on positive note
Sales of existing homes across Northwest Indiana during the first two months of 2020 reflected the market likely would remain strong heading into the spring and summer months, traditionally the busiest selling time for the industry.
Prior to crisis Indiana’s jobless rate was 3.1% in February but number expected to soar
Economic experts suggest Indiana’s once-low unemployment rate is expected to jump significantly as a result of measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus.
Businesses providing aid to organizations, modifying services for customers during crisis
The fluid situation surrounding the COVID-19 crisis has businesses providing help to those aiding those in need and rethinking how to deliver products and services to customers.