Chicago Blackhawks mascot Tommy Hawk to Soar into United Way’s Day of Caring on August 1
Valparaiso, IN – July 10, 2025 – United Way Northwest Indiana is bringing the energy, the action, and one of the Region’s most beloved mascots, Tommy Hawk of the Chicago Blackhawks Hockey Club, to the highly anticipated return of Day of Caring on Friday, August 1, 2025.Presented by NIPSCO, and sponsored by The Times Media Company, MAAC Foundation, and First Merchants Bank, this year’s Day of Caring is more than a volunteer event—it is a community-led movement of compassion, unity, and service. With over 700
Make the Move: Why Now is the Perfect Time to Quit Tobacco
[Porter County, Ind.] –With the cost of tobacco products increasing on July 1, many may see this moment as an ideal opportunity to consider quitting tobacco. Whether motivated by health, financial goals, or the desire for a fresh start, Hoosiers across the state are being encouraged to take advantage of the many free and effective tools available to support their journey toward a tobacco-free life. Support systems and evidence-based programs are in place to help make quitting more attainable than ever.
Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection
Valparaiso, IN – The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County will host their next Household Hazardous Waste Collection of the 2025 season on Saturday, July 19th, 2025 at Boone Grove High School located at 260 S 500 W, Boone Grove, IN from 9am to 2pm CST. Participants are asked to enter at 500 W. Residents can safely dispose of products containing: corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive substances. Common household hazardous waste items include anti-freeze, motor oil, batteries
Northwest Medical Group Adds General Surgeon to Valparaiso
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health is welcoming general surgeon Jeremy Luedtke, MD, back to Northwest Medical Group. Dr. Luedkte practiced at the Northwest Medical Group – General Surgery office in La Porte for several years before relocating to Wisconsin and has now returned to the organization. With nearly 20 years of experience in providing advanced surgical care, Dr. Luedtke brings expertise along with a caring bedside manner and clinical excellence to the region. He is accepting new patients at
Portage Township autism programs expanded through Porter County
PORTAGE TOWNSHIP - The Portage Township Autism Action Coalition has successfully expanded three of its programs throughout Porter County thanks to a grant from the Porter County Community Foundation.Last month, PTAAC distributed 140 sensory kits to the Valparaiso, Chesterton, Kouts, Hebron, Burns Harbor and Porter police departments. PTAAC had previously provided kits to the Porter County Sheriff's Office and Portage and Ogden Dunes police departments. "With this distribution, every police car in Porter
''Wolffgang'' to Perform July 15th at Portage Library Learning Garden
A harmonious mix of singing talent, personality, and spirit, the always popular Wolffgang vocal music group will appear in concert on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., at the Portage Public Library Learning Garden, in Portage, Indiana! This terrific concert is part of the 2025 Portage Summer Music Series of FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC concerts continuing through July and August! This year’s excellent concert lineup offers a variety of great music by seasoned bands and solo artists. Concert
Spike and the Spitwads to Perform July 8th at Woodland Park
DON’T MISS THE “PORTAGE 2025 SUMMER MUSIC SERIES” FREE CONCERTS!“SPIKE AND THE SPITWADS” TO PERFORM JULY 8th, AT WOODLAND PARK! If you love classic 50s and early 60s rock, don’t miss Spike and the Spitwads, appearing on stage at Woodland Park, Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, in Portage, Indiana! This terrific concert is part of the 2025 Portage Summer Music Series of FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC concerts continuing through July and August! This year’s fabulous concert lineup offers a variety of great music
Northwest Medical Group Welcomes Cardiologist to Valparaiso
Valparaiso, IN – Northwest Health welcomes cardiologist Saad Sikanderkhel, MD, FACC, FSCAI, to Northwest Medical Group. With more than 20 years of experience in treating patients with heart conditions, Dr. Sikanderkhel brings expertise and a commitment to high-quality cardiovascular care to the region. He joined the Northwest Medical Group – Cardiology office at 85 E. U.S. Highway 6, Suite 300, in Valparaiso. Dr. Sikanderkhel’s expertise includes all forms of cardiovascular disease and structural
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Ports of Indiana selects Louis Dreyfus Company to reopen international agriculture terminal at Burns Harbor port
PORTAGE, Ind. (June 23, 2025) – Ports of Indiana has selected Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), a leading global merchant and processor of agricultural goods, to operate the grain export facility at its Lake Michigan port. Considered one of the world’s “big four” global agri-commodities companies, LDC reported net sales of $50.6 billion in 2024. Over the years, the Burns Harbor grain terminal has enabled exports of more than 500 million bushels of corn and soybeans between opening in 1979 and closing in
Joe ''Neil'' Zirconia to Perform July 1st, at Woodland Park in Portage, IN
Attention Neil Diamond Fans! Highly-popular, local tribute artist, Joe “Neil” Zirconia, will be on stage at Woodland Park on July 1st, 2025, 6:00-7:30 p.m. in Portage, Indiana! This terrific concert is part of the 2025 Portage Summer Music Series of FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC concerts continuing through June, July and August! This year’s fabulous concert lineup offers a variety of great music by seasoned bands and solo artists performing at two great Portage venues: Woodland Park (indoors at Oakwood
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United Way Northwest Indiana Relaunches Day of Caring on August 1, 2025 powered by Presenting Sponsor, NIPSCO
Valparaiso, IN – June 10, 2025 – United Way Northwest Indiana is thrilled to announce the return of Day of Caring, the Region’s largest single-day volunteer event, on Friday, August 1, 2025—presented by NIPSCO. After a two-year hiatus, this signature event returns stronger than ever with a renewed commitment to community service and regional collaboration. In 2022, Day of Caring brought together more than 1,000 volunteers across Lake and Porter Counties. This year’s relaunch promises to be even bigger,
Portage Township YMCA to offer Free Summer Meals at 7 Sites this Summer
Portage | The Portage Township YMCA has announced plans to participate in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). Free meals will be made available to all children 18 years of age and under and to persons over 18 years who are enrolled in a state-approved educational program for the mentally or physically disabled. Free meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all participants. There will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. In accordance with
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