On Saturday, May 21, “JOY IN THE JOURNEY,” a womens inspirational event will be held at the Valparaiso Family YMCA (1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive, Valparaiso). This event is a break away from the typical Saturday routine for all women seeking joy in the journey towards building a healthy spirit, mind, and body. The event begins […]
After 43 years with the Lake County Park and Recreation Department, the last 35 as Chief Executive Officer, Robert J. Nickovich retired to spend time with his family. His years of service to the community toward the development and promotion of parks and recreation and quality of life issues for Northwest Indiana have been well
PORTAGE – MonoSol, the world leader in water-soluble films, announces the opening of its new state-of-the-art production plant – the DuneLand Facility – in Portage, Indiana, USA. The $95 million dollar investment will expand MonoSol’s manufacturing capacity by 15 percent to meet increasing global demand for water-soluble films and unit-dose packaging. “Our business is growing.
MERRILLVILLE— In an ongoing effort to add strong contributors to its team, Lakeshore Public Media is proud to welcome Wende Burbridge and Martin Oleksy to their corporate support staff as of April 1. Bringing together a television, radio and online presence, Lakeshore Public Media is pushing to serve its community and mission. “There is an
VALPARAISO – 1st Source Bank was recently recognized as United Way of Porter County’s Company of the Year at the 2016 United Ways and Fund Awards banquet in Indianapolis. This award honors outstanding companies in a community that have voluntarily taken the lead in community service and support. “It was a pleasure to nominate 1st
MICHIGAN CITY — Every year, members of Carpenters Union Local 1485 of the Indiana/Kentucky/Ohio Regional Council of Carpenters (IKORCC) and their families gather at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City to celebrate and recognize the outstanding achievements of individuals and the organization. “This event means so much to our members because it gives us the
PORTAGE — Heather Ennis, President and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Forum, was named to the Board of Directors of the Indiana Economic Development Association. Ennis Named to State Economic Development Board The Indiana Economic Development Association is the voice of economic development for Indiana. Made up of economic developers, utilities, attorneys, consultants, financial institutions, higher
WEST LAFAYETTE – Indiana farmers who are military veterans or on active duty can now market their products through a new initiative. Homegrown by Heroes recognizes Hoosier vets through a partnership between the state Department of Agriculture and Farmer Veteran Coalition with support from the Purdue University-based National AgrAbility Project. Participating farmers are entitled to use a special logo
