Managing one emergency department sounds overwhelming, but managing three? That seems beyond human capabilities. Deborah Shepherd, Clinical Director of Emergency Services at Porter Regional Hospital, proves that this is indeed possible. With her...
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Purdue Northwest Inducts State-of-the-Art Facility for Marriage and Family Therapy Program
From progressive studies and publications to incredible student development, the Marriage and Family Therapy Program at the Couple and Family Therapy Center of Purdue University Northwest has been on the leading-edge of its field for years. On...
A La Porte County Life In The Spotlight: Laura Cutler
Energetic, generous, and motivated by joy: this is the spirit of an artist, and it is one that Laura Cutler of La Porte, Indiana fully embodies. As co-owner of the Thaddeus C. Gallery, as well as a city councilwoman, Cutler has become a powerful...
David Steinberg Ensures Continued, Meaningful Advancement at Porter Regional Hospital
With the fast-paced and ever-changing nature of the healthcare system, hospitals must strive for continued improvement and innovation. Over the last year, Porter Regional Hospital has seen such growth, with much of the credit going to David...
Remembering La Porte University: History is Preserved with a New Indiana Historical Marker
On a cool, sunny day in La Porte, a group of history enthusiasts, committed citizens, and community leaders gathered at the corner of Clay and Harrison for the dedication of a new historic landmark. While there is no longer a structure to identify as...
In Hammond, Cops and Community Go Together Like Coffee and Donuts
Pictures taken of recent outreach initiatives by the Hammond Police Department have truly captured the essence of the police department’s involvement in the community. Fitted with a variety of filters and processed through an app called Photo Lab,...
Cancer Survivor Series: Margaret Vanna
Everyone knows someone who is struggling or has struggled with cancer. Whether a friend, family member, or co-worker, cancer always hits close to home. Margaret Vanna, 69, is not only a survivor of kidney cancer, but also the grandma of one of our...
Hammond’s 15th Annual Easter Egg Hunt Connects Vets and Families to the City
On a chilly afternoon in Hammond, children and community members gathered at Hessville Park for the 15th annual Easter Egg Hunt. Bundled in winter coats and donning pink bunny ears, the participants and volunteers brought a little bit of spring cheer...
Jaime El-Talabani Heals Patients and Fosters Relationships at Porter Regional Hospital
Inspiring and caring with grace and integrity; these are qualities that Jaime El-Talabani’s coworkers use to describe her and the work she does at Porter Regional Hospital. Recently named Associate of the Year, El-Talabani has devoted her career to...