Wood-framed buildings dominated fast-growing cities in the 1800s. Homes, businesses, and even roads and sidewalks were constructed with wood, resulting in an explosion of infrastructure that became hubs for culture, economies, and an ever-growing...
From custom jobs to throwback styles, Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso’s Paint Shop is a unique service offered in-store—one of the only Harley-Davidson dealers in the Midwest to house its Paint Shop right in the service center. Dealers from...
Now over a year and a half in the works, Unity Foundation of La Porte County and the La Porte County Convention and Visitors Bureau have unveiled a momentous effort in partnership with its local communities called Vibrant Communities of La Porte...
Many can say their future career was destined for them before they ever knew their path would wind up there, but not many people’s career acts like a family tree, allowing them to trace their start way before they ever walked through the door. For...
Not a lot has changed since the Whiting Public Library was constructed in 1906. The red-bricked building located on Oliver Street in Whiting went through a few renovations back in 1982, when an addition was added on, and then again in 2000 as the...
At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic back in March of 2020, businesses around the country had to make difficult decisions to have a major economic effect on stores, theatres, and restaurants. Patrick’s Grille found itself in this situation we have...
Earlier this year, Ivy Tech Community College partnered with La Porte County employers and economic development corporations to introduce new classes to the community college’s curriculum. With a focus on expanding the local workforce and meeting...
When providing a common service that is essential to a region, doing so in a way that prioritizes its community is vital. NIPSCO does just that, ensuring safety, quality, and reliability is in every Northwest Indiana home. “Ultimately, we provide...
The La Porte Police Department is pleased to welcome eight new officers to the force. With now over 40 officers on the force, the department is excited to welcome the new officers during one of the most exciting times in their careers. “The early...
For over 80 years, asphalt paving company Walsh & Kelly has laid a strong foundation throughout Northwest Indiana. Done with integrity and safety in mind, this family-owned company values the care put into the work they do, knowing its final...