Groundbreaking Ceremony Scheduled for Portage Utility’s Wastewater Solar, Screen, and Clarifier Improvements Project
[CITY OF PORTAGE, 3-18-24] – The City of Portage Utilities Department is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony of a transformative wastewater infrastructure project. This milestone event signifies the commencement of construction on a groundbreaking initiative for the Portage Wastewater Solar, Screen, and Clarifier Improvements Project designed to improve wastewater management and enhance the quality of life for city residents. The groundbreaking will be presented by Mayor Austin Bonta and
Community Healthcare System surgeon to host free hernia screenings
NORTHWEST INDIANA | Men and women suffering with pain or a bulge in the abdomen or groin area have two opportunities this spring to meet with a surgeon for a free hernia screening. Carlos Gonzalez, MD, FACS, will screen people and offer hernia treatment information during 15-minute appointments. Screenings will take place from 4:30-7:30 p.m. March 12 at St. Catherine Hospital, 4320 Fir St., Suite 410, East Chicago; and from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, April 6, at his office, 10110 Donald Powers Drive,
Earth Day Presents Opportunity for Rain Barrels
VALPARAISO, Ind. – The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County offers opportunity for residents to pick up rain barrels at the 2024 Northwest Indiana Earth Day Celebration. Rain barrels are effective for collecting rain water, gardening, lawn irrigation, reducing runoff and non-point source pollution, minimizing erosion, and saving resources. Local households can help protect our watersheds by installing rain barrels, one of the easiest and most cost effective methods for conserving
CLH Adds to Admin Team to Support Growth
Michigan City, IN – 3/12/2024 – CLH, CPAs & Consultants is proud to announce it has added Ryan Womack to its expanding administrative team. The company has experienced significant growth over the last few months with the promotion of new directors and the addition of highly skilled professionals, and is now strengthening the core of the organization by onboarding fresh operational talent. Ryan Womack is currently enrolled as a student at Indiana Wesleyan University. She has a passion for project-based
Adela Performs in Cello Celebration with Portage LIVE!
Cello CelebrationSunday, March 24 - 3 PMWoodland Park | Sycamore HallMusic has always been about collaboration for Adela. A multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter from the Chicago area, Adela works closely with others to bring a song's truest essence to life. Her debut album Your Wifi Signal Has Been Lost (2016) has been described as elegant and whimsical, and her style, lauded as free-sprinted and diverse, draws from a range of influences - blues, folk, pop, and classical music. Adela started an FM
CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers® Launches Powerful New Ads, Encouraging Hoosiers to Quit Smoking
[Porter County]– The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) successful Tips From Former Smokers®(Tips®) campaign returns this month with new ads encouraging people who smoke to quit. This year, the Tips ads feature seven new people sharing their stories about how cigarette smoking and smoking-related diseases have negatively impacted their lives. Many of these new ads include messaging about the harms of menthol cigarettes, which can contribute to tobacco-related health
Community Healthcare System Unveils New Name: Powers Health, Reflecting Integration and Advanced Patient Care
NORTHWEST INDIANA | Following two decades of dedicated service under the name Community Healthcare System, a new chapter begins July 1, 2024, with the introduction of Powers Health. This new name marks a strategic evolution, uniting the brand under one clear and distinct identity. While the name changes, the system’s commitment to exceptional, compassionate care remains steadfast. Not a Merger, but a Unifying Step Especially in healthcare, a name change can cause concern. Powers Health is an
Portage Community Business Night: Destination Portage
Portage Community Business Night: Destination Portage The Biggest Networking Event in Portage is almost here! PORTAGE │ The 21st Annual Portage Community & Business Night will be held on Thursday, April 18 from 3:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Woodland Park in Portage. This annual event is hosted by the Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce and is one of the best regional networking events of the year. The Portage Community & Business Night gives businesses the opportunity to showcase their services and/or
Stone and Palet Fundraising Event
Join us for an exciting evening of crafting, socializing, and refreshment, all while supporting Family Promise of Porter County.We're hosting a Stone N Pallet Fundraising event on Friday, March 8th from 6 pm - 9 pm at New Hope Church of God.The cost is $45 per adult & $20 per child, which includes materials and refreshments.This event offers participants a fantastic time while raising awareness and critical funding for our most vulnerable and needy families. Don't miss out!Check it out! Here are the kid's
Northwest Medical Group Welcomes Navleen Gill, MD
CDC’s Tips From Former Smokers® Launches Powerful New Ads, Encouraging Hoosiers to Quit Smoking
[Porter County]– The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) successful Tips From Former Smokers ® (Tips ® ) campaign returns this month with new ads encouraging people who smoke to quit. This year, the Tips ads feature seven new people sharing their stories about how cigarette smoking and smoking-related diseases have negatively impacted their lives. Many of these new ads include messaging about the harms of menthol cigarettes, which can contribute to tobacco-related
CLH Appoints New Senior Client Advisor to Their Growing Team
Nearly four decades of experience joins the firm. Michigan City, IN – 2/20/2024 – CLH, CPAs & Consultants is pleased to announce that Gary Bushue, CPA, has recently joined the firm as a senior client advisor. Bushue brings nearly four decades of experience to the firm, along with extensive knowledge in the area of taxation.In his position as senior client advisor, Bushue will primarily focus on taxation and consulting, leveraging his experience to assist clients with complicated matters of taxation and
2024 Scholarship Opportunities
Porter County Community Foundation has a wide variety of scholarshipsto award to Poorter County students! Scholarships are available for high school graduating students and current college students of all ages and areas of study. Visit PCCF.gives/students for more information and to apply.
Northwest Medical Group Welcomes Second Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Navleen Gill, MD
Northwest Health welcomes maternal-fetal medicine specialist Navleen Gill, MD, to Northwest Medical Group. Dr. Gill is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology with a subspecialty in maternal-fetal medicine. She will offer treatment for a range of conditions for high-risk pregnant women including gestational diabetes management, high blood pressure and hypertension, birth defects and genetic disorders. To make an appointment with Dr. Gill, call 219-983-6142.
Annual Meeting and Dinner
You're Invited! Monday, March 11Porter County Expo Center 215 E Division Rd, Valparaiso IN Please join us to celebrate VNA Staff and supporters who've gone above and beyond making best days possible, present Tricia's Scholarships, and recognize Congressman Frank Mrvan for his untiring advocacy for seniors in our community. Social Hour | 6:00 pm Awards & Dinner | 6:30 pm Kindly RSVP by Friday, March 1st to guarantee a seat!
Northwest Health to Present March HealthyU Seminar Screen for Life: Colon Cancer Awareness
Valparaiso, IN – Join board-certified colorectal surgeon D. Owen Young, MD, to learn what colon cancer is, why it’s on the rise in younger adults, the importance of early detection and the most effective treatment options at Northwest Health’s next HealthyU wellness seminar. The free event entitled Screen for Life: Colon Cancer Awareness will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 in the Community Room at Northwest Health – Porter located 85 E. U.S. Hwy. 6 in
Duneland Chamber of Commerce to Host Candidate Forum
CHESTERTON – Candidates will participate in a Candidate Forum hosted by the Duneland Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, April 2 to be held from 8:30 am – 10:00 am at the Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso. The event will offer guests the opportunity to meet and hear from the candidates representing the Duneland Communities and the state of Indiana. This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Current List of Participating Candidates: US SenateAndy Horning (L)1st