OE Cafe opens in Valparaiso Family YMCA
Opportunity Enterprises and the Valparaiso Family YMCA partnered to open the OE Cafe, which will serve Frozen Garden smoothies and Do Goodies popcorn.
Chesterton European Market opens May 2
The Chesterton European Market will feature a variety of homemade goods, gourmet foods, locally grown produce and other products.
Entrepreneurial spirit earns NWI spot on statewide tour
Indianapolis-based Elevate Venture’s stops in Northwest Indiana to discuss the vibrant entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystem here.
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10 finalists to compete in 2026 PNW Big Sell
Ten finalists will vie for prizes at the 2026 PNW Big Sell competition May 2 at PNW’s Commercialization and Manufacturing Excellence Center in Hammond.
Gary Chamber leader earns Distinguished Hoosier Award
State Sen. Mark Spencer (D-Gary) presented the award to the Gary Chamber of Commerce leader on April 22 on behalf of Gov. Mike Braun.
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New law doubles down on Ivy Tech workforce mission
The overhaul expands workforce-focused expertise on the community college’s governing boards and strengthens ties between campuses and regional employers.
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FiberX earns 2026 Mira Award for innovation
Merrillville-based FiberX won a 2026 Mira Award for its use of corn stover, the remnants of corn production.
How lawn care companies keep Region’s businesses looking great
Northwest Indiana commercial landscaping firms RLM Inc., Redwood Landscape, and NatureCuts offer businesses property maintenance, hardscape design and organic lawn care.
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