Ever hear a loud rumbling for an extended amount of time in the summer? In most cases, this is the result of hundreds of motorcycles revving down a local street. There are many different types of motorcycle events and runs that happen all around the...
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Motorcycle runs around the Region
The City of Hammond welcomes NFL hopefuls to the Hammond Sportsplex for the 2019 NFL Draft Pick
Community members gathered at the new Hammond Sportsplex Saturday afternoon for the 2019 NFL Draft Pick ceremony. People enjoyed a day filled with fun family activities and celebrated with an array of young athletes who dream of entering the National...
Read MoreBucher Technologies Employee Spotlight: Anna Funk
Like many of her past jobs, Anna Funk’s position as a service coordinator for Bucher Technologies in Valparaiso came to be completely by chance. “It seems like every job I’ve had has happened by chance. I don’t think I’ve ever gotten a job...
Read MoreHammond Police unveils new community engagement wall and welcomes new officers
On Thursday, the Hammond Police Department proudly displayed a new community engagement wall during the swearing-in of six new "Academy Bound" graduates, along with a recognition awards ceremony. The new wall, built just yesterday, is a way to...
Read More#1StudentNWI program serves as launchpad for successful careers
Here at GreatNews.Life, an online news agency that publishes exclusively positive news throughout the Region, we aspire to mold and inspire budding journalists in high school through the #1StudentNWI program. In fact, we’re the only area media...
Read MoreA look back at Porter-Starke Services annual Living Health, Balance and Hope Symposium
A Look Back at Porter-Starke's Annual Living Health, Balance and Hope Symposium The Porter-Starke Services Foundation’s 10th annual Living Health, Balance and Hope Symposium is coming up next month! The Symposium, which includes a keynote breakfast...
Read MoreFour Winds Casinos bring thrilling entertainment to the southern tip of Lake Michigan
Four Winds Casinos are owned by The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians. There, customers can enjoy everything from concerts and entertainment, a wide range of notable dining options, thrilling promotions, and life-changing jackpots. Locations include...
Read MoreNorthShore Health Center of Portage Teams Up With Kona Ice To Celebrate National Chill Out Day
Adding to the chilly weather on Monday morning, NorthShore Health Centers teamed up with Kona Ice of the Dunes to celebrate this year’s National Chill Out Day, which marks the official end of the previous tax season. A little more than 400 Kona Ice...
Read MorePorter Regional Hospital Celebrates 2019 National Donate Life Month
In observance of National Donate Life Month this April, Porter Regional Hospital held a flag-raising ceremony to spread awareness and hope while encouraging attendees to act now and make the decision to become an organ, eye or tissue donor....
Read MoreFrontline Foundations Inc. teams up with NorthShore Health Centers to offer new Vivitrol treatment
At Frontline Foundations, the mission is simple: be a hopeful presence for young men and women suffering from substance abuse. Frontline strives to provide effective treatments and an immediate and strong recovery support system to those who are...
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