Elise Sims

Downtown Whiting once again will be rockin’ to the beat when Studio 659’s Arts Alive! Summer Concert Series returns to the Sheridan Stage at 119th and Sheridan.  Sponsored by Notre Dame Credit Union, the free Friday night concerts begin...

One of the kindest, most caring things family members can do for their loved ones is to document their wishes concerning care and treatment during a time of incapacity. The Honoring Choices® Indiana – North Central initiative provides a forum...

If you are looking for a special place to host an event, you may want to consider the unique setting of the La Porte Civic Auditorium. Built in 1930, the historic structure was presented as a gift to the City of La Porte from local businessman and...

If you have a sweet tooth and need to feed your sugar cravings, you will find a scoop of confection heaven at Whihala Ice Cream in Whiting, Indiana. The decadent menu includes soft serve treats, homemade ice cream, slushies, funnel cakes, paletas,...

First Trust Credit Union has continued its mission to help members and the community at-large with a $15,000 donation to The Salvation Army of Michigan City. First Trust Credit Union has branches in Michigan City, La Porte, Valparaiso and...

After less than two years of construction, Pulaski County’s $5.5 million renovation project of the Justice Center is nearly complete and is expected to come in under budget. Pulaski County Community Development Commission Executive Director Nathan...

Bargain hunters have a new place in downtown Winamac to rediscover, reuse, and repurpose vintage, retro and nostalgic items. The Abandoned Treasures thrift store is one of the most recent additions to the Market Street lineup. Stores such as...

Valparaiso resident Jed Leifson said that serving in the U.S. Army as a nurse for more than a decade made him a more compassionate person and helped to ensure sweet success in his career. Leifson was born and raised in Utah. He graduated from...

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...

It’s not everyday that you get to sit down with a cancer survivor, a military veteran, a change-maker in the community, or a thriving high school student and get a look into what it’s like to live in their shoes. By sitting down with the members...