On Thursday afternoon, Purdue University Northwest (PNW) welcomed a new member to their team: Boomer Roberts, head coach of the PNW Men’s Basketball Team. With a life mission based on family values and living a meaningful life, Roberts is a...
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All About the Girls part 4: “Like a Girl” inspires strength in women across the Region
This Thursday night, Ideas in Motion Media gathered women from across the Region to hold one of its favorite events of the year, the Fourth Annual All About the Girls! Hosted and organized by Jenny Craig-Brown, the event comes around once a year to...
A La Porte County Life In The Spotlight: Katrina Langford
While Katrina Langford is originally from Texas, her family set down roots in La Porte, Indiana. As a mother of four children, she has always been involved in the school system; however, her activism stretches across the entire La Porte community....
Patrick’s Grille Kicks Off Summer with the New Sunset Grille!
The people who have brought you Patrick’s Grille have a new restaurant in the works! Opening on May 25 at Washington Park in Michigan City, Sunset Grille will offer great food and cocktails with a view to match. Patrick’s Grille has been one of...
A La Porte County Life In The Spotlight: Katie Eaton
Born and raised in Michigan City, Katie Eaton is a dedicated member of her community who is making an impact in more ways than one. From her role as Economic Development Manager at the Economic Development Corporation of Michigan City, to a mother of...
Chesterton Physical Therapy Provides Relief at “Low Back Pain and Sciatica Workshop”
Almost everyone has suffered from back pain at one point or another. In fact, studies have estimated that at least 80% of the U.S. population will face some form of back pain this year. Fortunately, Chesterton Physical Therapy is available to help...
Center for Hospice Care Honors Special Volunteer, Sister Carmel Marie Sallows
On Wednesday evening Center for Hospice Care gathered at the Hilton Garden Inn in South Bend, Indiana with more than 375 distinguished guests to honor a special volunteer, Sister Carmel Marie Sallows. The recipient of the 34th Annual Helping Hands...
The Edison Park Groundbreaking Kicks Off the Re-Creation of Hammond Parks
On Tuesday afternoon, city officials and engaged citizens gathered at what appeared to be nothing more than a construction zone. The event, however, was a groundbreaking hosted by Hammond Mayor McDermott and the Hammond Parks Department, the 4th...
Porter EMS Presents 4th Annual Donation to Porter County Salvation Army
This Saturday, YMCA kids and families got together at the Valparaiso YMCA Pavilion to make their mark on their community. The YMCA Togetherhood Program’s newest initiative will be the installation of five little libraries at the public parks this...
Cancer Survivor Series: Sandra Schaffer
“I have everything that anyone could ever need.” The above statement is not one you would expect from a two-time cancer survivor. Nevertheless, this is the positive outlook Sandra Schaffer maintains after having overcome both breast and thyroid...