State providing more than $10 million in aid for businesses, communities impacted by pandemic
The state is providing more than $10 million in assistance to help communities and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Valparaiso building project features two-sided power generating solar panels
Vale View at 260 S. Franklin St., built by Wayne Enterprises in Valparaiso, features what the company describes as the “state’s first commercial bifacial solar panel installation.”
Region and North Central Indiana companies ranked among 125 best places to work for in 2020
Several businesses from Northwest and North Central Indiana are ranked among the 125 best places to work for in 2020.
Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor handling cargo for $1 billion Michigan power plant
One of the largest shipments being handled by the Port of Indiana will pass through Burns Harbor.
$20 million housing development for disabled, low-income veterans breaking ground in Hobart
Developers of a $20 million housing project for low-income, senior and disable veterans are breaking ground on the Hobart project.
Double Track Northwest Indiana Project secures $50.6 million in federal funds
A project to improve more than 26 miles of rail tracks from Gary to Michigan City has received more than $50 million in federal support.
Jobless rate falls in July as businesses reopen from pandemic
With more people returning to work as businesses reopen after months of shutdown or reduced operations, Indiana’s jobless rate also is showing signs of improvement.
Northern Tool + Equipment opening Merrillville location
Northern Tool + Equipment, a Minnesota-based supplier of high-quality tools and equipment, is expanding in the greater Chicago area with the opening of a new location at 8205 Broadway in Merrillville.
Valparaiso photographer among winners of 2020 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest
Steve Bensing, an award-winning Valparaiso-based photographer, was among the winners in the 2020 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest.
Two Northwest Indiana firms among recipients of nearly $2 million in state manufacturing grants
Two manufacturers from Northwest Indiana are among 20 recipients of a new state grant program designed to spark investment in manufacturing.