La Porte Community School Corporation hosted a Business and Community Engagement event Wednesday evening. The event deepened the relationships between La Porte Community Schools and local businesses in the effort to overcome all obstacles and create...
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Duneland Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Hatta Girl Celebrates Women and Their Stories
An assortment of hats was spotted Wednesday morning at the Duneland Chamber of Commerce’s second annual Hatta Girl, a celebration of local women. From fedoras to berets, the hats were as diverse as the women wearing them. Tea was enjoyed from...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Elissa Affeld
Elissa Affeld dedicates her life to the betterment of children in Northwest Indiana. As a Youth Specialist for the CASA program, she works with young adults who are ageing out of the foster care program. She is passionate about fighting for the needs...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Rita Barzoni
Rita Barzoni works at Paladin, a non-profit organization that provides services to those with special needs. She has dedicated the last 25 years to helping others. Her co-workers recognize Barzoni as one who excels at her job. Barzoni attended...
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Deborah Carter
Deborah Carter is Principal of Boston Middle School in La Porte. Known by her friends as Deb, she is self proclaimed people person. Her philosophy is to be hands-on with her teachers, students, and staff and flexible to their needs. Therefore, you...
Ivy Tech Foundation Honors Scholarship Recipients, Benefactors at 2018 Chancellors’ Scholarship Dinner
On Thursday evening, Ivy Tech Community College brought together many in the community and honored scholarship recipients and benefactors at their Chancellors' Scholarship Dinner. The 17th annual event had more than 300 in attendance comprised of...
NorthShore Health Centers Breaks Ground on New Facility in Portage
On a brisk September afternoon, NorthShore Health Centers broke ground on their new flagship medical facility in Portage. The large health center will include a wide variety of services under one roof, as well as their administration. Excitement...