Northern Indiana is full of people working hard every day to make their communities a better place. Since 2011, GreatNews.Life has been putting the spotlight on the people spreading this positivity in the Region with our Life in the Spotlight series. New articles are published every Wednesday, so be sure to check back often to learn more about the stories of great people doing great things in Northern Indiana.
Jennifer Lambert’s life journey has reflected the power of mentorship, advocacy, and dedication to at-risk youth. From her early days as a stay-at-home mom to her current role as Community Youth Advocate (CYA) Coordinator at Family Advocates,...
Kaitlyn Vasilko, a behavioral science graduate student at Purdue University Northwest (PNW), is turning her passions into purposeful action. From community-building initiatives to creative projects, Vasilko exemplifies how compassion and...
Education is both a calling and a challenge, and Ben Anderson, superintendent of South Central Community School Corporation, has embraced it wholeheartedly. Anderson has dedicated his career to fostering student success and strengthening his school...
Chef John Moultrie, the visionary behind Bistro on the Greens in La Porte, Indiana, has built a career rooted in celebrating food, culture, and community. From learning the art of cooking alongside his grandmother to leading world-class culinary...
La Porte City Council Member Lauren Huffman has spent her career empowering others and making a tangible impact on her community. From her beginnings in criminal justice to her current leadership role at the Indiana Department of Transportation...
Gina Jackson is a dedicated educator and mentor who has spent her career at La Porte High School inspiring students both in the classroom and beyond. With a background as a Spanish teacher, Jackson has a passion for helping students embrace diverse...
Kinsey Krachinski, a writer and educator, is on a mission to cultivate empathy, kindness, and social-emotional learning in both children and adults. Through her work at Purdue University Northwest, her involvement in mental health initiatives, and...
Meet doctors Erika and Jaron Pettis, a dynamic duo of physicians who recently relocated to La Porte, bringing not only their medical expertise but also their newest role—parenthood. As proud parents of their 6-month-old son, Leo, the couple is now...
Anita Freels has devoted her life to serving the La Porte County community, juggling her responsibilities as a steelworker and union representative at Cleveland Cliffs with her active participation in Operation Feed LaPorte County. Born and raised in...
Christine Rosenbaum’s career began in the classroom as an English teacher at La Porte Community School Corporation, where she worked with unmotivated and disengaged students. Though she enjoyed teaching, she soon realized her true calling...