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.
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...
Major Katie and Major Charles Pinkston have dedicated their lives to serving others through their work with the Salvation Army. With over 24 years of experience, this dynamic couple has brought compassion, leadership, and a deep sense of purpose to...
Joe Eichberger is a versatile creative with a range of passions that include music, cars, and barbering. As the lead singer of the band The Rest, the president of the Black Sheep Car Club, and a barber at Wilson's Barbershop, he balances multiple...
Nate Bakota is a dedicated high school athlete at Marquette Catholic High School and is known for his passion for both baseball and basketball. With years of experience on the field and court, Bakota has developed into a well-rounded athlete,...
Betsy Maher is the Executive Director of Save the Dunes, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the Indiana Dunes and surrounding natural areas along Lake Michigan. With over a decade of experience in nonprofit management,...