The Valparaiso-based Shirley Heinze Land Trust protects everything from small vacant lots to its largest parcel, the 520-acre Ambler Flatwoods east of Michigan City.
One street at a time in Gary
Gary Mayor Jerome Prince implements Cleanslate initiative to help brighten Gary’s streets and create jobs for those in need of a second chance in life. It is expected to create 15 to 25 jobs annually for residents while providing cleaner, safer streets.
Breathtaking views from bike
New University of Saint Francis president says cycling outlet for fun and connecting with others. The Rev. Dr. Eric Zimmer took over as president of the university July 1.
Delivering ahead of curve
During the early weeks of the pandemic, Joshua Railton, owner of DineIn, said his company’s residential orders were up 22%. DineIn, which launched in 1993, was ready for the uptick.
Advice for real problems
Entrepreneurs share ideas during 1 Million Cups meetings that include presentations about a local business or product while attendees enjoy some coffee.
From trash to natural treasure
Richard Maxey is the visionary behind the Westchester Migratory Bird Sanctuary. He helped turn a former dumping ground into a rest stop for migratory birds.
Caring packages
Phil’s Friends gives cardboard box filled with goodies to those fighting cancer.
Helping one worker at a time
We Connect serves as bridge to an array of services from counseling to finding a home for employees When Paige London was going through her divorce last year, she felt hopeless and suffered some health issues as a result. “I was not doing well. There was a lot of pressure on me. I felt alone,” […]
A place to make ideas bloom
ArtHouse in Gary place to build community, express culinary creativity with business support Chastity Shelby isn’t playing around when she divulges the secret ingredient to her wildly popular tea. “Love,” she said while giggling. However, Shelby isn’t far off. In February 2015 when her then fiancé James fell ill, Shelby mixed a glass of tea. […]
Executive leads healthy life
Cline Avenue Bridge project manager says staying active helps social life too During the day, Terry Velligan oversees the $140 million rebuilding of the Cline Avenue Bridge in East Chicago. United Bridge Partners and Cline Avenue Bridge LLC will own the new toll bridge. “We’re about halfway complete,” said Velligan, general manager of operations on […]