Strack & Van Til Charity Foundation chips in to local communities with annual charity golf outing at White Hawk Country Club

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Members of the community came together for a beautiful morning mixed with camaraderie and chip-ins as the Strack & Van Til Charity Foundation hosted its annual golf outing on Wednesday, August 13 at White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point. Hundreds of employees, vendors, and supporters of the foundation took it to the golf course to support a good cause. Everyone in attendance was treated to …

Tyler Hubbard, Drew Baldridge and Colt Ford take the stage for an unforgettable night of country music at Four Winds Field

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The energy was ecstatic at South Bend’s Four Winds Field as country music superstar Tyler Hubbard took to the stage on the evening of August 27. Accompanied by special guests Drew Baldridge and Colt Ford, the trio rocked the house during a night of fantastic music and entertainment for all in attendance. “I like to listen to Tyler Hubbard. This is my friend’s favorite artist, and this …

Urban League of NWI celebrates 80th anniversary and Vanessa Allen-McCloud’s 15th anniversary at Oak Jubilee Celebration

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On the evening of Thursday, August 21, Urban League of Northwest Indiana (NWI) held an Oak Jubilee Celebration at Indiana University Northwest in Gary. This landmark event, which was a reception and concert gala, was a dual celebration recognizing both Urban League of NWI’s 80th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of its President and CEO, Dr. Vanessa Allen-McCloud. Urban League members from …

A Portage Life in the Spotlight: Brent Messmer

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Master Brent Messmer owns Rising Star Martial Arts in Portage. Messmer named the business after the school of martial arts, which is now located in Illinois, that he attended as a child. “I founded the studio in 2008,” Messmer said. “I asked my instructor if I could use the name.” As a child, martial arts made a significant impact on Messmer. It's not only where he grasped the …

10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana this weekend, August 28 – August 31

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Close out August with fanfare as Northern Indiana prepares for a great fall season! From festivals and concerts to cars and community, September is being welcomed with a bang throughout the area. Take a look at our list of 10 Fun Things To Do in Northern Indiana and be sure to add some to your calendar! Party throughout Michigan City for Oktoberfest The City of Michigan City’s …

Indiana University Northwest celebrates annual RedHawk Induction ceremony to welcome new students

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Students at Indiana University Northwest were treated to the annual RedHawk Induction ceremony on Monday, August 25. Nearly 600 incoming freshmen, returning students, faculty and staff, and even Rufus the RedHawk gathered together for the induction ceremony on the second floor theater of the Arts & Sciences Building. The induction ceremony contained a half hour program of speakers …

Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program provides Regional Health Systems with committed behavioral health outlet 

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Regional Health Systems offers wide-ranging services, including Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT), a program that focuses on behavioral health. “The AOT Program is a civil court-ordered commitment in Lake County, for individuals with serious mental illnesses or with a co-occurring substance abuse disorder,” said AOT Program Manager Veronica Martinez. Individuals in the program may …

Get ready for the new school year with GreatNews.Life!

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Join GreatNews.Life founder Chris Mahlmann and executive director Jenny Craig-Brown as they jump back into the school season! From delving into the positive side of Reddit to looking back on all the exciting local events from the summer, Chris and Jenny set the stage for yet another exciting GNL school year.

Chris’ Day Out at Redwood Landscape

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GreatNews.Life founder Chris Mahlmann takes a day out of the office to see what it takes to be a landscaper with Redwood Landscape owner, Todd Zandstra. Join us as Todd puts Chris to the test in this exclusive behind-the-scenes video!

Leadership Life with Andy Kostielney

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GreatNews.Life founder Chris Mahlmann sits down with former St. Joseph County Commissioner and Director of Business Development at DLZ Indiana Andy Kostielney. From values instilled in childhood to advice for the next generation of leaders, this episode of Leadership Life does a deep dive on what it takes to be a successful leader.

Dana Gibson: Practice manager, compassionate coworker, farm girl

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For the past 21 years, Practice Manager Dana Gibson has overseen the management of Associated Pediatricians. While she loves her job, managing a private medical practice came as a departure from her previous career in the legal field. During a visit to Associated Pediatricians for her son’s checkup, the opportunity for a career change unexpectedly presented itself. “After the birth of my …

Brian Amos coaches community on and off the court with Indiana Beverage

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When you find a job that you are passionate about, you never have to work a day in your life. For Brian Amos, Indiana Beverage’s South Bend district sales manager, the message rings true. Happiness comes from his dual roles in coaching and sales. From the gym to the sales district, Amos has spent over three decades building relationships, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities …