Jennifer Bissonnette

Our nonprofit partners are a special group of people, often selfless, and concerned only with helping others. Their many volunteers and workers find ways to bring positivity and hope to many in the Region; stories we’re proud to help tell. Through...

In every city, there are dedicated employees working each day to provide the best experiences for their residents. The City of Whiting is lucky enough to have Mark Harbin, a dedicated public servant, who currently works as the Director of Special...

It’s an annual tradition here in Valparaiso, and now, registration is open for the 15th annual Turkey Trot! The race, which happens on Thanksgiving each year, is vital to Porter Starke Services and their ongoing efforts in the community. The event...

On Wednesday morning, residents of the Crown Point community were invited to Main Street Cafe to meet with Mayor David Uran and share their concerns and questions about the city. This event, which is hosted monthly at different locations, gives...

Residents, staff, members of the Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce, and community members met at The Lakes of Valparaiso on Tuesday to celebrate the opening of Trail Park with a ribbon cutting. The new park brings even more recreation to residents,...

In every community, there are people and businesses that pull together to support worthy causes. In Valparaiso, one of those businesses is Ford of Valpo and their amazing staff who often take time from their days to support local causes. Over...

It’s no secret that man’s best friend can use a place to run off some energy. Dog parks are getting easier to find and with the Region creating fun spaces for every member of the family, even the four legged ones, these parks offer a fantastic...

As far as apartment communities go, the Lakes of Valparaiso boasts some of the best amenities around. They focus on resident satisfaction, care, and activities in order to increase the quality of life in their community. To add to their amazing list...

Blackbird Cafe makes a point to showcase artwork by local artists whenever possible. Anyone who visits the cafe knows that the artwork changes periodically, giving another artist the opportunity to display their best pieces. The month of October will...

Generally, apartment communities seem to offer the same basic amenities. Of course, residents get a roof over their heads, a bedroom, and some maintenance, but outside of that, most fail to offer additional amenities. For a young family needing...