Allegius Credit Union provides 5 valuable tips to boost credit scores straight from the pros  

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There’s people every day who struggle with lowering interest rates on loans and credit cards, finding financial benefits, and bolstering their chances of renting an apartment or getting a job. The key to finding the answers to a lot of these concerns is having a strong credit score. At Allegius Credit Union, customers members  are presented with an opportunity to have both financial freedom...

A legacy of water-based fun and family: A look into Deep River Waterpark’s 30 year history

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For the past 30 years, families from all over the United States have flocked to Deep River Waterpark for a "splash-tastic" day of fun in the sun. Located just 4 ½  miles east of Interstate 65, Deep River is difficult for travelers on Route 30 to miss, with iconic park attractions like Mayor Byrdovich's Courthouse and the Dragon Speed Slides towering over the surrounding trees. Deep River...

Experience & compassion guide Alicia Stodden in new role at Big Shoulders Fund NWI

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In any organization, there are individuals who play a quiet role in keeping things together, working diligently to organize, communicate, and keep everyone on track. For Big Shoulders Fund Northwest Indiana (NWI), that person is Alicia Stodden. Stodden joined the Big Shoulders Fund NWI team in October 2024 as the organization’s administrative assistant and event coordinator. In her role, she...

Korellis shows support for the scholastic endeavors of its employees’ children at heartwarming George and Harriet Korellis Scholarship Night event

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On Tuesday, June 24, Korellis hosted the eighth annual George and Harriet Korellis Roofing Scholarship Night at its headquarters in Hammond. This competitive scholarship, named in honor of company founder George Korellis and his wife Harriet, provides financial assistance for higher education to Korellis employees and their immediate family members or dependents. Over the past eight years,...

Northwest Health – Porter welcomes 18 new residents to its programs at white coat ceremony

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Northwest Health - Porter welcomed a new class of residents to the medical profession during its white coat ceremony on June 25. The 18 physician residents received their first white coat to mark their first step into the clinical world. “This is a really meaningful exercise in regards to our mission, the ethics of being a doctor, and serving our community and our patients. Presenting the white...

A Northwest Life in the Spotlight: Douglas DeLaughter

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Douglas DeLaughter has an almost 50-year career in education. He currently serves as principal of Peifer Elementary School.  “I've been the principal of Peifer Elementary School now for 25 years,” he said. “Before then, I taught fifth grade at Eads Elementary School in Munster for 17 years. I’ve spent all of my adult life in education in some way or another.” As one might imagine...

Survivor Series: Elizabeth Bessert

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Elizabeth Bessert remembers her childhood a bit differently than most. When Bessert was 3 years old, she, as many other children might, fell off a slide. However, unlike many other children, the pain persisted for three years. On October 10, 1997, at just 6 years old, she was diagnosed with a rare form of stage 4 bone cancer (primitive neuroectodermal tumor) in her left arm that had metastasized...

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, June 26 – June 29

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While the heat might feel a bit extreme this weekend, that won’t stop the fun happening throughout Northern Indiana! Parties, festivals, parades, and more are just waiting for you to grab your friends and get out the door. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar! Meet up with AJ Portable Building at the St. Joseph County Fair...

GreatNews.Life Student Voices: Crown Point comes together through doughnuts, parades, and public service

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What’s recently happened? Parlor Doughnuts in Crown Point recently celebrated its one year anniversary this June, marking an exciting milestone since it first opened its doors back in June 2024. Known for its unique layered donuts, handcrafted coffee drinks, and welcoming atmosphere, the shop has quickly become a favorite hangout spot for students, families, and donut lovers throughout the...

Northwest Indiana Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospital supports valuable partnerships with Fighting Pretty and Laini Fluellen Charities

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The Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospitals allows women of Northwest Indiana to receive some of the most personalized, high-quality breast health evaluations in the Region. While the facility has a plethora of programs that can better the chances of combating breast cancer in women, there are a couple of partner organizations that allow the Breast Care Center to maximize the care provided to...

Water conservation tips and tricks from Indiana American Water sure to come in handy this summer

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For 139 years, American Water has been the country's premier water and wastewater service company. With a customer base of over 14 million people, including 1.5 million Hoosiers, it is the largest company of its kind in the United States. Its subsidiary, Indiana American Water (INAW), has supplied residents of Northwest Indiana with its top-quality wastewater and drinking water services for the...

GreatNew.Life Student Voices: The beginnings of summer in Hammond

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What’s recently happened? This month, the Hammond Parks Department has partnered with the American Legion and Hammond Fire Department for a flag retirement ceremony. On June 14, city buildings like the Hammond Sportsplex, the Jean Shepherd Center, and the Hammond Civic Center opened spots for old flag drop offs. On June 17, the old flags were burned at a Hammond Fire Department and officially...