FAIR OAKS — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority are seeking nominations for outstanding individuals in the community who exemplify excellence, integrity and commitment, just like the Airmen serving throughout the nation. The awardee of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Hometown Heroes Program will have the opportunity to receive […]

GRIFFITH and MERRILLVILLE – Northwest Indiana residents, corporations and foundations came together for an unprecedented one-day philanthropic effort on February 12, contributing a preliminary total of $248,678 to nearly 100 nonprofit organizations in Lake, Porter and La Porte counties. The donations were made through NWIgives, the first-ever online giving event to unite charitable organizations regionally.

MUNSTER – Amateur chefs who cook from the heart can find out more about cooking for their own heart health at this year’s free Community Healthcare System Cardiovascular Research symposium. Featured speakers Dietitian Terri Sakelaris, Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse Sarah Colias and Executive Chef Joe Trama will present Heart Smart Cooking, 6 to 8 pm, Weds,

MERRILLVILLE – The 21st annual Indiana Challenge will be kicking off at the Radisson Hotel Star Plaza on Thursday, February 20. The competition is a DanceSport event and is sanctioned by the National Dance Council of America. The public is invited to watch as professional and amateur dancers compete in various divisions and dance styles

HAMMOND — To enrich learning experiences of highly motivated and academically exceptional students, Purdue University Calumet plans to introduce an innovative Honors College. The official transition from program to college takes place this summer; the first cohort class of Honors College students will enroll in fall 2015. The Purdue University Board of Trustees recently approved introduction

MERRILLVILLE — Northwest Indiana Business Round Table (NWIBRT) is currently accepting applications for the NWIBRT 2013 Safety Awards, honoring excellence in safety. NWIBRT brings management and labor together in Northwest Indiana to address concerns such as manpower and safety. “We will be honoring companies and individuals who exhibit outstanding performance in implementing safety procedures within

MUNSTER — Citizens Financial Bank congratulates Elizabeth Chenore, Vice President, Residential Lending, for being named the Munster Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year! The Munster Chamber of Commerce has been recognizing dedicated community leaders for their prestigious ‘Citizen of the Year Award’ since 1972.