NWI Home Builders Association Announces Event Sponsors for 2025 Parade of Homes
Northwest Indiana – Sept. 12, 2025 – The Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana (HBANWI) is pleased to announce Schillings, Carter Lumber and ICC Floors Plus Northwest Indiana as their event sponsors for the 2025 Parade of Homes experience, set for back-to-back weekends, Sept. 20-21 and 27-28, with most homes open from 12-5 p.m. Home improvement and building material supplier Schillings has returned as a sponsor for this year’s event. For 80 years, the company has built a reputation for reliability,
Northwest Health – Porter Recognizes Outstanding Staff
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health – Porter has announced its selections for Employee of the Year, Clinical Leader of the Year and Non-Clinical Manager of the Year, honoring individuals who were nominated by their peers for their outstanding performance and exemplary service. The winners are as follows: Employee of the Year: Kimberly Sullivan, RN A core member of the emergency department’s nursing staff, Kimberly Sullivan mentors new staff, supports nursing managers and helps lead departmental
Northwest Medical Group Adds Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialist to Valparaiso
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health is welcoming board-certified pulmonologist Christos Deamont, D.O. Dr. Deamont brings expertise in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic lung conditions and caring for hospitalized patients in an intensive care unit. He joined the Northwest Medical Group – Pulmonary & Critical Care office at 813 Porter Campus Drive, Suite GH, in Valparaiso. Committed to delivering quality and compassionate patient care, Dr. Deamont values a team-based approach and takes time to
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PCPLS Announces Strategic Adjustments to Operating Hours
The Porter County Public Library System (PCPLS) is adjusting public operating hours at several of its branches, effective November 1, 2025. This decision comes as the library proactively responds to anticipated financial impacts from recent state legislation (SEA 1), which significantly reduces tax revenues for public entities, including our libraries. These changes also consider evolving trends in how the community uses the library as they continually work to deliver the best possible value in library
Northwest Health Offers Free Seminar on Staying Strong with Good Balance
La Porte, IN – Falls are one of the leading health risks as people age, with more than one in four people age 65 and older losing balance and falling each year, according to the National Institute on Aging. The risk of falling increases with age, yet many falls can be prevented. Northwest Health – La Porte will offer a one-hour community seminar called, “Stay Steady, Stay Strong with Good Balance,” for individuals who are looking to stay active, protect their independence or simply feel steadier on their
Women’s Fund of Porter County Awards Grants to Local Organizations
VALPARAISO, IND. — The Women’s Fund of Porter County, held at the Porter County Community Foundation (PCCF), is awarding $57,500 in grants to local organizations that meet the needs of women and children. The Caring Place and Porter County Aging and Community Services will receive $25,000 each to support high-impact programs. Dressed For School, Our Greater Good, and Parents As Teachers of Porter County will each receive $2,500 for general support. The Caring Place provides inclusive services,
United Way Northwest Indiana Awards Nearly $20,000 to Fight Hunger in Starke County
Valparaiso, IN – September 9, 2025 – – United Way Northwest Indiana has awarded $19,902 in Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) funds to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana to support local food pantries and reduce hunger in Starke County.Food insecurity remains a critical issue for many families in Starke County. Rising food costs, limited access to fresh groceries, and economic instability mean more households are relying on food pantries for support. This funding—made available through the federal
Powers Health offers new minimally invasive procedure for common heart condition
NORTHWEST INDIANA | Powers Health achieved another milestone in cardiovascular care as the first healthcare system in Northwest Indiana to offer a new minimally invasive tool to treat a common heart valve condition. On Monday, Aug. 25, the structural heart team at Community Hospital in Munster, including Samer Abbas, MD; Michael Eng, MD; and Omar Husseini, MD, successfully performed the transcatheter tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (TEER) on two patients using TriClip by Abbott. This is an innovative,
Dealing with neck and spinal issues? Powers Health has your back with free Spine Symposium
NORTHWEST INDIANA | Pain in the neck is not just a figure of speech. Neck and back pain are common afflictions that can disrupt quality of life. Join Powers Health from 2 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16 at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, as spine specialists discuss therapeutic, surgical and pain management options for patients coping with neck and spinal issues. Experts and topics on tap for this free Spine Symposium include: 2:30 p.m.: Gregory McComis, MDSurgical
Ivy Tech Community College Hosts Annual Chancellors’ Scholarship Event
Valparaiso, IN – Ivy Tech Community College recently announced Fall Chancellors’ Scholarship Event taking place on September 18, 2025, at Avalon Manor Banquet Center, located at 3550 E. Lincoln Highway, Merrillville, IN. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. CT. Event includes dinner, presentation of this year’s scholarship winners and recognition for the 2025 benefactors of the year. Northwest Health, and Linde are the 2025 Benefactors of the Year. Tickets are currently available for purchase at $90.00. $45.00 of the
Exciting Growth at CLH as Two CPAs Are Promoted to Partner
CLH, CPAs & Consultants has announced both Angela Grothaus, CPA, CVA, and Lisa Human, CPA, have been promoted to partners in the firm. Angela Grothaus joined CLH in 2014. A certified valuation analyst, she leads the firm’s business valuation department, where she oversees business valuations for estate, gifting, and litigation matters, tax engagements, and business consulting.Lisa Human also joined CLH in 2014. In her role as partner, she leads the firm’s Client Accounting Solutions team and education and
Home Builders to Showcase Industry Excellence in 2025 Fall Parade of Homes
Northwest Indiana – Aug. 28, 2025 – The top home builders in Northwest Indiana will showcase their craftsmanship as they participate in the Home Builders Association of Northwest Indiana's (HBANWI) 2025 Parade of Homes, returning with greatanticipation on Sept. 20–21 and 27–28. The event invites the public to tour more than 26 newly built homes across Lake and Porter counties, featuring cutting-edge design and the latest innovations in new construction. The self-guided tour is free and offers a curated
CLH Promotes Wyatt Stacy to Senior Accountant
Michigan City, IN – 8/21/2025 – CLH, CPAs & Consultants has announced that Wyatt Stacy has been promoted to Senior Accountant in the firm. Wyatt initiated his career with CLH in 2022 as a staff accountant following his graduation from Valparaiso University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He said in his post-college search for employment, he was attracted to CLH’s reputation for community outreach and the opportunity for career growth within the firm. “Knowing that some people started
Jersey Mike's Crown Point Day of Giving Raises $2,800 for United Way Northwest Indiana
Valparaiso, IN – August 22, 2025 – Jersey Mike’s Subs in Crown Point turned sandwiches into support during their annual United Way Day, donating 50% of all sales to United Way Northwest Indiana. Thanks to the generosity of customers and the dedication of the Jersey Mike’s team, the effort raised a total of $2,800 to support programs that help local families achieve stability and success. United Way Day reflects Leeth Management’s ongoing commitment to giving back. Under the leadership of owner
Investing In Youth: United Way Northwest Indiana Awarded $50,000 for Health 2 Home Early Childhood Initiative
Valparaiso, IN – August 25, 2025 – United Way Northwest Indiana (UWNWI), in partnership with Goodwill of Michiana’s Nurse-Family Partnership, has been awarded a $50,000 Collaboration Challenge Grant from First Things First Porter County to launch Health 2 Home Porter County. At United Way Northwest Indiana, we believe strong communities are, in part, made up of strong families. Health 2 Home ensures children have the best possible start in life by surrounding families with support beginning in
Stop the Stumble: Powers Health offers free fall risk assessments
NORTHWEST INDIANA | Powers Health will host Stop the Stumble, a screening program in which physical and occupational therapists will assess balance, gait and strength to determine if someone is at a high risk for falls.According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 out of 4 older adults in the United States will fall each year. Many falls are preventable and should not be considered a normal part of aging.The screenings will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 at locations across
Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Hosts WEEKDAY Household Hazardous Waste Collection.
Valparaiso, IN – Here we go again Porter County! The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host their next Household Hazardous Waste Collection of the 2025 season on Thursday, September 4th, 2025 at the Porter County Expo Center located at 215 E Division Road, Valparaiso, IN from 9am to 2pm CST. Participants are asked to enter at Gate 3. Residents can safely dispose of products containing: corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive substances. Common household hazardous waste items include
NIPSCO ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF ITS 2025 PUBLIC SAFETY EDUCATION AND TRAINING ACTION GRANT Grant program supports local safety education and training projects in northern Indiana
MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (“NIPSCO”) announces that 23 organizations across northern Indiana have been awarded grants from NIPSCO and the NiSource Charitable Foundation to further their public safety initiatives. NIPSCO’s Public Safety Education and Training Action Grant program has funded a total of 132 projects geared toward community and youth public safety education projects since 2018, as well as training for first responders, police and fire departments.
Dawn Foods Donates $2,500 to Support United Way Northwest Indiana's Mission to Strengthen Local Communities
Valparaiso, IN – August 18, 2025 – United Way Northwest Indiana is proud to announce a generous $2,500 contribution from Dawn Foods, a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients. This gift will directly support United Way’s work to advance financial stability, healthy and resilient communities, and youth opportunity programs throughout the Region.Founded more than 100 years ago, Dawn Foods has grown into a trusted partner for bakers and food service operators in more than 100 countries. With a
Portage 2025 Summer Music Series of Free Concerts Presents “Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones,” Tuesday, August 26 at Woodland Park
Back by popular demand, Rick Lindy and The Wild Ones will rock the stage at Woodland Park (Oakwood Hall) in Portage, Indiana, August 26, 2025, 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm! This terrific concert is part of the 2025 Portage Summer Music Series FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC concerts featuring a variety of great music performed by seasoned bands and solo artists. Woodland Park is located at 2100 Willowcreek Road (just south of US 20). Don’t miss this last concert of the 2025 Summer Season, and bring family and friends
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