Alayna Wilkening

Every realtor knows the three most important words when it comes to finding the perfect property—location, location, location—so when one of the Portage locations of McColly Real Estate saw the opportunity to relocate to an office in a prime area...

The Porter County Expo Center (the Expo) has been the center of celebration for decades. The timeless Valparaiso staple has served as the backdrop for many functions over the years from craft fairs, to weddings, but its timelessness does not hinder...

A dartboard, a struggling bar, the best of friends: it’s a fitting combination for a compelling film about hope and determination. The concept of “Bulls” has lived in the mind of Writer, Director, and Producer Dan Meyer for decades, and the...

It’s a Sunday night and light snow covers the Region. It’s forecasted to snow well into the morning and continue through the remainder of the day. Most people have hunkered down for the night drinking hot chocolate under warm blankets. Most are...

Kate Ramer never considered herself a “menstrual crusader,” but when she saw the huge need for access to menstrual products in the United States, she knew she needed to get involved. Ramer is an educator, small business owner, avid traveler, and...

In La Porte County, we live, we work, and of course, we play. In 2022, we found time to sing along at concerts, grab tickets to festivals, celebrate holidays like the Fourth of July, Halloween, and Thanksgiving, attend theatre productions, and...

Melissa Bohacek is seen by many as a superhero in the world of disability services, but for her, it’s just another day at work. Bohacek currently works as the marketing and development officer for Paladin, Inc. in Michigan City. She spends much of...

One of our favorite things to do at GreatNews.Life is to get together with partners, community members, or organizations to share good news in a way that is fresh and exciting. That often comes through as a video! Being able to film what’s...