THE GREATNEWS.LIFE NETWORK

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Crown Point Invite 2026
LaPorteCounty.Life
Crown Point holds its annual volleyball invite with girls' teams across Indiana to compete before the season starts up. Schools participating: Crown Point New Prairie Southwood Perry Meridian Harrison West Lafayette Illiana Christian Brownsburg North Central Cathedral
Lifer Spotlight: Salem Billings
LaPorteCounty.Life
Three months ago, Salem Billings was searching for a new job that aligned more closely with two of their passions — writing and editing. After discovering that GreatNews.Life was hiring for an editor position, Billings decided to apply. They began working with GNL in April 2026 as a contributing editor. In this position, Billings does more than edit articles and provide constructive …
11th annual Good Life Awards recognizes positive people creating community and connection throughout Northern Indiana
LaPorteCounty.Life
The notion of celebrating the good in Northern Indiana that began 17 years ago has led to the creation of the largest library of positive stories, photos, videos, and events in the region. Years ago, GreatNews.Life (GNL) launched an awards event honoring the people who have impacted that mission in a significant way and helping to make that library of good possible. This year, GNL is honoring …
What You Need to Know About Buying Your First Home and Why It’s Worth It with Purdue Federal
LaPorteCounty.Life
Buying your first home can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions, from excitement to nervousness, and maybe even a little doubt. That’s completely normal and the good news is you don’t have to navigate the process alone. Purdue Federal Credit Union is here to guide and support first-time homebuyers every step of the way. Many people stick with renting because it feels simpler and …
Storm surge of good covers the Region following record-breaking storm damage
LaPorteCounty.Life
It’s safe to say that this has been an atypical week in Northwest Indiana. Tens of thousands of households across Lake, Porter, and La Porte Counties have been dealing with power outages. For the businesses that have remained open for most of this period, the lines of cars replicate Chicago rush hour traffic. With the majority of the Region out of power, schools, trees down, limited on gas …
Share the road: Important things to know when traveling through Amish Country
LaPorteCounty.Life
For many in Michiana, Amish people are a fixture of daily life. With one of the largest Amish communities in the United States, Amish food, crafts, culture, and buggies are prominent for many growing up in Michiana, but visitors to the area might not know the best practices for interacting in a way that’s comfortable for all parties. This can be especially true on the roads, where …
Currie Motors Ford of Valpo & Valparaiso Lions Club partner to announce $1,000 early bird raffle winner to drive community impact for the visually impaired
LaPorteCounty.Life
Luck was in the air the morning of Thursday, August 6, at Currie Motors Ford of Valpo. With hundreds of hopeful participants in the second annual charity car raffle, one local woman was the winner. When the winner received an unexpected call from Currie Motors Ford of Valpo partner, Lions Club Vice President Joe Arroyo, informing her of the win in the three-part sweepstakes. Thursday’s …
Currie Motors Ford of Valpo Early Bird Raffle Drawing 2026
LaPorteCounty.Life
Luck was in the air the morning of Thursday, August 6, at Currie Motors Ford of Valpo. With hundreds of hopeful participants in the second annual charity car raffle, one local woman was the winner. When the winner received an unexpected call from Currie Motors Ford of Valpo partner, Lions Club Vice President Joe Arroyo, informing her of the win in the three-part sweepstakes. Thursday’s early …
Experience the Region in fall with a one-tank trip with the South Shore CVA
LaPorteCounty.Life
The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is gearing up for another exciting fall season, and Michiana residents are invited to join the fun! From high-octane air shows and heart-pounding Halloween events to relaxing days picking apples at the orchard, fall along the South Shore is the perfect time to hop in the car for a day trip to the Region. EVENTS Gary Air Show Kicking off …
Solar project supports family farm through agrivoltaics/dual-use practices and long-term leasing
LaPorteCounty.Life
Based in Philadelphia, Doral Renewables LLC focuses on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale solar and battery storage projects, with integration of agrivoltaic practices, across the country. The company stands as a steadfast ally to farmers, supporting sustainable energy solutions and driving economic development. In Northwest Indiana, a local family has benefitted from these efforts …
UnitedHealthcare Vision Supports UV Eye Safety Month with Eyewear Initiatives
LaPorteCounty.Life
With the summer sun out in full force, July marked an opportune time to observe UV Eye Safety Month, a month of awareness dedicated to reminding the public to take action against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. This year, UnitedHealthcare served as an architect for multiple initiatives to better aid members looking to keep their eyes protected. Officially recognized by the American …
A La Porte County Life in the Spotlight: Gary Searing
LaPorteCounty.Life
Gary Searing, once known as the “Cornhole Board King” around La Porte County, is an avid woodworker. He’s also a dedicated family man and a long-time local to La Porte County. “I used to hand-make cornhold boards out of wood,” Searing said. “Unfortunately, my shoulders got worn out from all of my career factory work and I could no longer do big woodworking projects anymore. Instead …

LaPorteCounty.Life