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SEPTEMBER 11, 2024, Portage, Ind. – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana (BGCGNWI) announces the launch of its annual “Return to Learn” match campaign, taking place September 12-25. During the two-week campaign, each of the organization’s 10 Clubs will compete to raise the most donations for the organization’s 5,000+ members. Thanks to the generous support of University of Chicago Medicine, donations will be matched dollar for dollar up to $100,000. During the 2023 Return to Learn
MICHIGAN CITY, Indiana – Vascular and General Surgeon Patrick Albert, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Albert is board certified in general surgery and board eligible in vascular surgery. He attended medical school and completed his residency at Louisiana State University in Shreveport, La. Dr. Albert completed his fellowship at the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center in Memphis, Tenn. Dr. Albert’s clinical interests
PORTAGE, IN │ On November 28, 2024, the Portage Township YMCA will host it’s 24th Annual Turkey Trot. The Turkey Trot is a competitive and professionally timed 5K walk or run with a Free Kids 1K Fun Run. The Turkey Trot is a staple in the Portage, Indiana community with racers coming from all over the region to participate for one cause. Races begin at 8:00 AM Thanksgiving morning and typically concludes with race awards by 10:30 AM. Registration for the race can be found online only,
PORTER COUNTY COMMUNITY EVENT TO FOCUS ON MODERN DAY CHALLENGES IMPACTING MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION Registration Underway for Porter County Event on Mental Health and Addiction Valparaiso, IN – The Justice Partners Addiction Response (JPAR) team of Porter County is hosting a free community event, Coping with Modern Day Challenges Impacting Mental Health and Addiction, from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, September 27 th at Harre Union on the campus of Valparaiso University. Registration is free and
Ports of Indiana celebrates opening first new dock in 20 years; $6 million berth to serve ocean vessels at Lake Michigan port PORTAGE, Ind. (Sept. 5, 2024) – Local officials and port workers celebrated the opening today of a new $6 million dock that will serve ocean vessels at Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor. Partially funded by a U.S. Maritime Administration FASTLANE Grant, the project involved constructing more than 500 feet of new dock space that will handle bulk shipments via ocean vessels, lake
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona discusses importance of high-quality career and technical education pathways during visit to Ivy Tech Valparaiso VALPARAISO, Ind. – U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona visited yesterday Ivy Tech Community College’s Valparaiso campus as part of the U.S. Department of Education’s 2024 Back to School Bus Tour – a week-long road trip featuring stops in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania. Sec. Cardona toured Ivy Tech Valparaiso with
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – The Northwest Indiana Brownfield Seminar will highlight resources, tools and case studies for properties affected by the potential presence of pollutants, contaminants or hazardous substances.The Economic Development Corporation Michigan City, City of Michigan City and BCA Environmental Consultants are presenting the seminar from 8 am to 1 pm Thursday Oct. 3 at Uptown Social, 907 Franklin St. Coffee, pastries and lunch will be served.Realtors, investors and business owners are invited
CHESTERTON, IN – September 3, 2024 – As the Duneland Family YMCA prepares to break ground at the new YMCA Healthy Living Campus on Tuesday, September 10 th , the organization is thrilled to announce the generous donation from Mr. and Mrs. Mark & Staci Chamberlain and family towards the project. Capital Campaign Chair Mark said that contributing financially to this project in the heart of downtown Chesterton was an easy decision. “When I started my business here in this community in 2001, the people
Find out what's happening at your library this month!View this email in your browser WPL NEWSLETTER // SEPTEMBER 2024A monthly guide to programs and events at Westchester Public Library Embrace the beautiful changes that autumn brings with a history hunt, BINGO, beginner watercolor, book “clubbing”, AI, bubbles, pretzels, yarn art, leaves, Tres Hermanas, NASA coding, Storytimes, and much more!Be sure to take advantage
Michigan City, Indiana – Horizon Bank is excited to announce its second annual Horizon Cares Day. On September 12th, all Horizon Bank locations across Indiana and Michigan will close for a full day to give back to their local communities. Nearly nine hundred dedicated Advisors will volunteer at over 80 nonprofit organizations, making a meaningful difference in the communities they proudly serve. This year, Horizon is truly going beyond by not only volunteering but by also celebrating the achievements
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) is pleased to announce the members of the Alumni Advisory Board. The board includes 14 accomplished PNW alumni with diverse backgrounds working in a variety of industries. Board members’ perspectives and leadership will be influential in contributing to university initiatives and driving impactful change for Northwest Indiana and beyond.“We are fortunate to have accomplished and motivated alumni sharing their time and energy to advance their
Valparaiso, Ind. (Grassroots Newswire) August 28, 2024 - Weichert, Realtors® - Shoreline is proud to announce Gail O'Neil has joined their Valparaiso office. O'Neil joins a dedicated team of knowledgeable agents at Weichert, Realtors® - Shoreline, who bring many years of combined real estate expertise to their clients.Weichert, Realtors® - Shoreline, located at 840 E. Lincolnway, is an independently owned and operated affiliate of Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. For more information, please contact
Pulmonology, critical care physician joins Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City MICHIGAN CITY, Indiana – Pulmonary and critical care physician David Villafuerte Martinez, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Villafuerte Martinez is board-certified in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He attended medical school at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador in Ecuador and completed both his residency and fellowship at the
Valparaiso, In. – In a continued effort to foster environmental sustainability and promote plastic reduction practices within the community, local leaders, educators, and environmental advocates will gather to discuss strategies for reducing plastic waste. The meeting will take place on August 28 at 6:30 pm at Valparaiso University’s Harre Union, Ballroom C. The meeting, hosted by the Plastic Reduction Alliance of Northwest Indiana, will continue to address the growing concern about plastic pollution and
Franciscan Health hosting free LaPorte County car seat safety events LAPORTE COUNTY, Indiana – Franciscan Health is hosting two free LaPorte County car seat safety events in September. The first event will take place from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the LaPorte County Family Resource Center, 1232 W. State Road 2 in La Porte. The second event will take place from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central on Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Franciscan Health Michigan City Legacy Campus, 301 W. Homer St. in
CHESTERTON, IN – August 29, 2024 – On Tuesday, August 27 th , the Duneland Family YMCA was joined by the team from Berglund Construction at the site of the new YMCA Healthy Living Campus to meet with neighbors and other local community members to give site updates and answer current questions and concerns. Approximately 60 community members filled the room to listen to a presentation from Duneland Family YMCA CEO Dave Kasarda regarding a general overview of the campus plan and goals, followed by
Dear Community Stakeholder, Today, NIPSCO received a decision from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC) to adjust its natural gas rates beginning in August 2024, and the purpose of this note is to inform you of the details of the upcoming rate change. The IURC decision follows a nearly year-long, extensive review process, including public input and a collaborative agreement with the Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor, the NIPSCO Industrial Group, Citizens Action Coalition,
Please see the attached Press Release in regards to Memorial Opera House's THIRD annual Halloween fundraiser, Phantoms of the Opera House: Murder on the Dance Floor- featuring the iconic Electro Retro. This Halloween Fundraising Extravaganza is at Porter County Expo Center on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 7:00 PM to midnight CST. Promotional screen resolution images, a QR code to the event, and details are attached. Please reply to this message with any questions or concerns about being on MOH's press
NIPSCO’S ELECTRIC GENERATION TRANSITION CONTINUES WITH COMPLETION OF THIRD SOLAR PROJECTNIPSCO’s latest solar facility is expected to generate 200 megawatts of solar energy with an additional 45 megawatts of battery storage technology MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Taking the next step forward in its electric generation transition to a more diverse, balanced and reliable portfolio, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) – a subsidiary of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced the completion of
Aug. 11 (8/11) serves as crucial reminder to contact811 before diggingLawmakers require homeowners and professionals to make a free request two full working days before digging to avoid damaging buried utilities MERRILLVILLE, Ind. – Aug. 11 is almost here, and NIPSCO hopes that the 8/11 date on the calendar will serve as a natural reminder for everyone to contact 811 prior to any digging project to have underground utility lines marked. Every few minutes an underground utility line is damaged because
INDIANAPOLIS (Aug. 8, 2024) – Ports of Indiana made six recent hires and promotions to support strategic growth initiatives. New hires include Autumne Mahone as Vice President of Marketing, Stephanie Vale as Director of Grants and Sustainability, and Jeron Satterfield as Staff Accountant. The statewide port authority also promoted Erica Jackson to Chief Financial Officer, Mark Keen to Controller, and Michelle Keen to Billing and Office Coordinator. “I’m not sure I can put into words how excited I am about
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (Aug. 19, 2024) - voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation (RFC) will move forward on a major expansion of its Jeffersonville operations. The expansion includes a new production line for frame rails for several major global customers, including over $77,900,000 in construction, equipment, and other related services. The expansion will also include over 100 new jobs that will meet or exceed the Clark County average wage. voestalpine RFC, a supplier of roll formed metal, services several
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a wide range of events honoring the rich history, culture and diversity of the U.S. Hispanic and Latino communities. The celebration will begin mid-September. “As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, we take pride in empowering our students and engaging with the communities we serve,” says Elizabeth Babcock Depew, vice chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs. “Hispanic Heritage Month
Kid Frankenstein Directed by: Jonathan Edward Owens & Georgie Tyderek Classes: September 2- October 9, Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays. 5:00 p.m.- 7:00 pm. Dress Rehearsal: October 8, 7:00-7:30 p.m. at Memorial Opera House Performance: October 9, 7 p.m. at Memorial Opera House Frightfully funny laughs are in store in this bright new version of Mary Shelley's classic Frankenstein adapted just for kids to perform! Frankie and Irving are science nerds who have an unusual idea for the upcoming Science Fair!
Valparaiso, IN – The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has designated Northwest Health – Porter as a HeartCare Center of excellence, only the second hospital in Indiana to receive this honor. ACC bestows this designation on hospitals for their ongoing commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care. Northwest Health – Porter was awarded the HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence in July based on meeting accreditation criteria, and through their ongoing performance
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will begin offering a new Master of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence degree program, with the first students expected to begin courses in spring 2025. PNW’s master’s degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) will prepare accepted graduate students with AI knowledge, hands-on experiences and advanced practical skills, including the design, development and implementation of AI applications to real-world challenges and responsive
MEDIA RELEASE May 3, 2024 Media Contact: Hannah Hammond-Hagman, hannah@chestertonart.org, (219) 926-4711 CHESTERTON BRANDING AND LEADERSHIP CORPORATION ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF CHESTERTON THIRD FRIDAYS Chesterton Branding and Leadership Corporation (CBLC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting a vibrant, thriving Chesterton community while preserving and enhancing the historical charm of the town through branding, marketing, and placemaking. CBLC is pleased to announce the launch of
LA PORTE, Ind. --Board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon Thomas Magill, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in La Porte. Dr. Magill completed his training at the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Mich. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago. His clinical interests are sports surgeries for upper and lower extremities, hand surgery, joint reconstruction of shoulders, knees
INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 26, 2024) – Ports of Indiana shipped 12.6 million tons of cargo in 2023, the second-highest tonnage in its 63-year history. This is a 6-percent increase over 2022 and second only to 2018, when Indiana’s three ports handled 14.8 million tons of cargo. The largest single cargo increase in 2023 was coal exports from Mount Vernon, which jumped 78 percent. Fertilizer increased more than 11 percent overall, with double-digit gains at Mount Vernon and Jeffersonville, while soy products,
MERRILLVILLE, Ind. – NIPSCO, a subsidiary of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced the deployment of upgraded electric meters through the installation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology. After extensive planning and regulatory engagement, NIPSCO is preparing to install meters for 3,000 electric residential customers in Highland, Ind. beginning in March 2024. This technology will be installed in phases to the remaining 490,000 electric residential and business customers throughout
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Financial aid professionals will be available at Purdue University Northwest’s (PNW) Hammond and Westville campuses during the College Goal Sunday programs on Feb. 25. The free event will take place from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. CST and will help college-bound students and their families apply for financial aid. College Goal Sunday programs provide assistance to students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is required for students to be
Valparaiso, IN – Ivy Tech Community College will host free workshop February 25, 2024 to help students and community members apply for financial aid. Workshop will be held from 2pm to 4pm CT at the Ivy Tech Valparaiso campus. The free program assists Indiana students in filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA form is required for students to be considered for federal and state grants, scholarships, and federal student loans at most colleges, universities, and
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health has earned accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for its new internal medicine residency program which will help attract, train and retain physicians to the region. This internal medicine residency program will add to the existing graduate medical education at Northwest Health, where an ACGME-accredited family medicine program is already operating. ACGME is an independent organization that sets and monitors the professional
INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 18, 2024) – Ports of Indiana has improved its engineering and accounting resources with the hiring of new staff members at three locations. The organization hired two veteran engineers in its Mount Vernon and Indianapolis offices, and a senior accountant at the Burns Harbor port. Brad Mills and Tim Barnett bring more than 53 years of combined engineering experience to Ports of Indiana, joining Mark Keen, a Certified Public Accountant with a master’s degree in accounting. This marks the
Family Express of Valparaiso, IN has unveiled a new contemporary prototype ahead of its ambitious expansion plans. For the last three decades, the company’s exterior architecture was characterized by its classical, colonial look. The new prototype has a contemporary flair, and it is esthetically more inviting to a younger demographic. Family Express Corporation’s President and Chief Executive Officer Gus Olympidis explained, “The new prototype is challenging a successful tradition. Very much like sending
VALPARAISO, Ind. – The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host its 16th annual Earth Day celebration from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at the Porter County Expo Center. The event is free to the public and will feature an array of vendors, wildlife shows, a magician performance, interactive children's games, guest speakers, birdhouse building, live music, food, giveaways and an estimated 2,000 attendees. Registration is currently open for Earth Day vendors and
VALPARAISO – VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana is pleased to announce its 2024 Joyce Alexa Advocate of the Year Award will be presented to Congressman Frank Mrvan on March 11, 2024, at the VNA Hospice of NWI’s Annual dinner. The Advocate of the Year Award honors the service and legacy of former VNA of NWI administrator and board member Joyce Alexa. The award inscription reads: Joyce Alexa served the VNA as a nurse, administrator, and board member for over 40 years. She advocated for fair legislative
CROWN POINT, Ind. – The emergency department at Franciscan Health Crown Point will move to the new hospital on Sunday, Jan. 28, when the hospital is scheduled to open to the public. At 6 a.m. Central on Jan. 28, the emergency department at the new Franciscan Health Crown Point hospital at 12750 Saint Francis Drive will open and the existing emergency department at 1201 S. Main St. will simultaneously close. The new hospital at U.S. 231 and Interstate 65 is accessible from the roundabout on U.S. 231
VALPARAISO, Ind. – The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County invites residents to an Upcycled Valentine’s Day Family Workshop in partnership with Art Barn. The workshop will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2023, 1 p.m. through 4 p.m. at Art Barn School of Art (695 N 400 E, Valparaiso, IN 46383). Registration is open to the public with a limit of 24 participants
LA PORTE, Ind. – Franciscan Alliance will fully acquire Franciscan Beacon Hospital this spring, representatives announced today. Franciscan Alliance and Beacon Health System entered an agreement in 2018 for a 50/50 joint partnership for the creation of Franciscan Beacon Hospital at 1010 State Road 2 in La Porte, which included a building expansion project. The unique, 92,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility includes a 24-hour, 10-bed emergency department, eight inpatient beds for overnight
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (Dec. 13, 2023) – Infrastructure investments surpassing $1.1 million were recently completed at Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville through a yearlong series of road and rail projects by Ports of Indiana and MG Rail, the port’s rail switcher.“We strive to maintain first-class infrastructure and facilities to support the economic growth of our customers and the regional economy,” said Port Director George Ott. “Ports of Indiana-Jeffersonville and MG Rail partner to provide a vital link in
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 21, 2023 Purdue University Northwest to honor 694 candidates at fall commencement HAMMOND, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) will host its annual fall commencement exercises on Saturday, Dec. 9. A total of 694 candidates have completed plans of study in PNW’s academic colleges of Business; Engineering and Sciences; Humanities, Education and Social Sciences; Nursing; and Technology. Honors College graduates who have completed enriched multidisciplinary academic
November 21, 2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Alert/ General InterestBy: Gabrielle Gresham Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Announces Thanksgiving and Winter Hours Valparaiso, IN – Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County has released its Thanksgiving and winter hours of operation. · Thursday, November 23, 2023: District office and all Compost Sites closed.· Friday, November 24, 2023: District office, Boone Grove Compost Site, and Portage Compost
You don’t need a college degree to become a successful entrepreneur, regardless of common misconceptions. With the right resources, networking opportunities, certifications, and initiative, you can achieve success without spending years in school. The Duneland Chamber of Commerce understands that small business owners sometimes need support, which is why we've compiled some tips for becoming a success without a business degree. Let's take a look:There Are A Wealth Of Resources Available Online The
As an entrepreneur, you probably spend much of your time and energy on your work. However, it's also important to make time for breaks and take care of yourself. By making self-care part of your life, you can manage stress and focus on achieving more. Effects of Stress on Productivity Although small amounts of stress can have some benefits, long-term stress negatively affects your productivity and well-being. If you're feeling stressed, you may struggle to focus, think creatively and stay energized. In
The fourth quarter is upon us – and for small businesses, that means it's time to start wrapping up the year and preparing for the next one. While stressful, this process is critical to ensuring a smooth transition and continued success. So here's a detailed rundown of what you need to do to get your business ready for the fourth quarter courtesy of the Duneland Chamber of Commerce. How Has This Year Gone? The first step in fourth-quarter planning is to review your goals for the year. Take a
The Duneland area of Indiana is a great place to start a business. With its close proximity to Chicago and its growing population, the Duneland area is ripe with opportunity for entrepreneurs. If you're thinking about starting a business in the Duneland area, here's what you need to do to set yourself up for success.Come Up With a Profitable Business Idea The first step to starting any successful business is coming up with a profitable idea. What goods or services can you provide that people in the
There are many reasons why it pays to start a small business in your local community. Small businesses are the lifeblood of the American economy, and they have a major impact on the strength of local communities. When you start a small business, you create jobs, support other businesses, and generate tax revenue for your region. Additionally, small businesses add to the diversity and vitality of local communities. If you're thinking about starting a small business here in Duneland, here are some tips to
When it comes to running a company, you must track all of your expenses if you hope to overcome obstacles and keep growing. Many entrepreneurs forget about certain costs among the complexities and overwhelming to-do lists of business ownership. Over time, these unmet obligations can add up and put your business in a poor financial situation. Don't let that happen to you! It's critical to stay up to date on what your business needs to pay to maintain smooth operations and position itself to