It takes an army
The Salvation Army of Lake County’s decades of helping those in need around the Region prepared it for the difficult year that was 2020.
COVID-19
Indiana Small Business Restart Grant Program deadline extended to Jan. 22
Indiana small businesses impacted by the pandemic now have until Jan. 22 to apply for state assistance.
Ball State University researcher says pandemic taking toll on state’s restaurant industry
A preliminary analysis of the restaurant industry found nearly half of the 300,000 Hoosiers in the sector are either facing unemployment or reduced hours.
Ball State economist suggests pandemic job loss recovery slowing
The latest national jobs report reflects that the U.S. economy is adding jobs but at a slower pace.
Making a Difference: Peoples Bank donates more than $22,000 to support 25 charities in Indiana and Illinois in fight against pandemic
Employees of Munster-based Peoples Bank, donated a total of $22,509 over a seven-month period to assist those on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
United Way of Porter County sends more than $1.5M into community to combat pandemic
The United Way of Porter County has sent more than $1.5 million into the community to aid people and organizations combating the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mass production forges ahead
Higher education works with companies as more automation creates need for specialized workforce. Experts in the field lend insight into the past, present and future of such advances in manufacturing.
Economist says latest jobs report shows economic recovery cooling
Ball State University economist Michael Hicks said the latest federal jobs report showing an increase of 1.4 million jobs during August indicates the economic recovery is slowing.
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.
11 Indiana food banks receive share of $300,000 in state funds
Food banks that serve Northwest and North Central Indiana are among 11 across the state receiving a share of $300,000 in funding from the state.