Get ready, Region! The 219 area code is gearing up to once again celebrate our official holiday, 219 Day. “Region Rats” from across Northwest Indiana are invited to join this free, 21-and-over party from 6-11 p.m., Feb. 16 at the Hammond Civic...
Read MoreA La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Melissa Gruber
Melissa Gruber relies on her love of people to success in her job. With strong interpersonal communication skills, a passion for helping others, and a love for the Region, she is making a positive contribution to La Porte County through her work at...
Read MoreUnitedHealthcare Presents Longest Stair Climb in the Country
For those suffering from lung disease, every breath can be a challenge. Millions of Americans are affected by asthma, lung cancer, air pollution, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other lung diseases. UnitedHealthcare, the American...
Read MorePaladin Employees Share their Experiences of Working as Advocates for Persons with Disabilities
Approximately 30 percent of the waking hours of an average human life are spent at work. Imagine waking up on Monday eager to get to work and make a difference in the community. Imagine enjoying the time you spend at work instead of dreading it....
Read MoreA Season of Hard Work Equal Success at the Girls Swimming Sectional Championship at Lake Central High School
In the wee hours of the morning, when most of the world is still asleep, high-school girls from schools all over the Region were hitting the pool, practicing their speed, agility, and technique to compete in Saturday's Sectional Championship Swimming...
Read MoreHolladay Properties: A Year in a Review and a Sneak Peek of What’s to Come
In the world of commercial real estate, Holladay Properties has become a well-known leader in creating quality land developments regionally and across the U.S. Here’s a look back on some of the most memorable projects of 2018, and a sneak peek of...
Read MoreChef Rick Bruggeman brings culinary experience to Michigan City as Head Chef of Patrick’s Grille
When Patrick Wilkins set off to bring his favorite cuisine to Michigan City, he knew he needed a world-class chef to make his vision a reality. For that, Wilkins, a native to the Region, turned to Rick Bruggeman. Bruggeman has been with Patricks...
Read MoreA La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Tom Dermody
As a La Porte native and a strong believer in the city’s potential, Tom Dermody has spent a lifetime trying to give back to his community. By channeling his love for the Region and his dedication to stewardship, he and his wife Jackie have launched...
Read MoreMayor McDermott Welcomes Public Discourse at Mayor’s Night Out
Community members are some of the greatest assets a city can have. With firsthand knowledge of what it is like to live, work, and play in a city, the community can offer valuable perspective on how to keep a city moving forward. Hammond Mayor Thomas...
Read MoreCompressAir Receives Prestigious Award Three Years in a Row
When thinking of utilities, three things come to mind: water, electricity, and gas. Compressed air, while often overlooked, is commonly regarded as a business’s fourth utility, and the Region has an award-winning supplier in their midst who...
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