On August 24, Goodwill’s Nurse-Family Partnership program hosted a graduation celebration honoring the growth and achievements of its clients in St. Joe, Elkhart, and LaPorte counties. The St. Joseph County Public Library filled with new parents...
Ashley Spargo
City of La Porte’s Lakefest makes a splash this summer
The City of La Porte’s annual Lakefest made its return this year. The weekend was filled with entertaining activities for families and kids of all ages. People throughout the Region gathered at Stone Lake Beach and Fox Park to enjoy all that La...
Midwest Center for Youth & Families drives initiative for Patriot Support Program
On Thursday afternoon, the Midwest Center for Youth & Families hosted its Patriot Support Program Celebration. People from all over the Region gathered to commemorate the value of this special day. Midwest Center for Youth & Families...
Region spots sure to make a BOOM this 4th of July
Get patriotic this summer by picking out what festive tank top you’re going to throw on or which sparkly temporary tattoo to stick on your arm to celebrate the United States’ Independence Day. The Region goes all out for this holiday, and...
The Region’s best beaches to make a splash at this summer
Whether it's the 4th of July weekend or just a day you’re playing hooky from work, make sure you make a splash this summer while in the Region. Summers in the Region are always sure to please. You can check out the Hometown Jam concert, Festival of...
GreatNews.Life makes first of many introductions to the Michiana community
On March 28, 2024, GreatNews.Life kicked off the first of many introductions to the Michiana and South Bend community. GreatNews.Life has spent 15 years providing Lake, Porter, and La Porte counties with positive-only news, and with that momentum,...
Top 10 business articles on Valpo.Life in 2023
A lot of business is conducted in the Region, and GreatNews.Life is there to capture the biggest moments. Whether that’s spotlighting some of the businesses making an impact on the day-to-day lives of those living in Northwest Indiana to helping...
The Region’s spookiest spots to stop this fall
The crisp air fills our lungs and we’re surrounded by the crunchy leaves under our shoes, the smell of bonfires, and the taste of pumpkin-spiced everything. Fall has hit the Region, and we’re fortunate that it has. The colorful leaves fill the...
Cheers to 30 Years of Oak Partners
On Friday, June 30, Oak Partners celebrated 30 years of providing clients with financial planning and wealth management based on building strong relationships, a focus on investor education, and a true understanding of customized planning and timely...
The Region’s best patios to enjoy this summer
There’s nothing like the summer season in Northwest Indiana. From Pine Lake in La Porte County to windsurfing on Wolf Lake in Lake County or hiking the Dunes in Porter County to Whiting’s annual Pierogi Fest, Northwest Indiana is full of outdoor...