Terry Dernik went into the army with the goal of becoming a helicopter pilot. Instead, he took on the title of a scout dog handler in the Vietnam War, a position he at first knew very little about but quickly saw to wear the title with a badge of...
Porter County Veterans Service Office educates, helps, connects veterans throughout the county and nation
The Porter County Veterans Service Office is working hard to make sure veterans throughout the county have the help they need with any matter regarding their time serving our country. Director of Veteran Services Joseph (Joe) Baruffi described it as...
The Harley-Davidson Shop of Michigan City’s Al Bock rides from motorcycle enthusiast to sales employee
Harley Davidson of Michigan City’s Alan “Al” Bock always had a passion for motorcycles, but little did he know that passion would one day turn into a career. “Like a lot of folks I was introduced to the two-wheel world by my father. Around...
Century 21 Alliance Group welcomes eager, excited new employees to its team
Picture from left to right: Debora Suyak, Connor Ritzi, Jen Luce, Mark Horstmann Century 21 Alliance Group recently welcomed a handful of new employees, and some were able to tell us a bit about their experience and what led them to become a member...
Cancer Survivor Series: Rick Gosser
In 2019, Rick Gosser received a diagnosis that changed his entire perspective on life. Gosser decided to visit the doctor that year when he noticed a mark that just wouldn’t heal. “I had a sore on my left shoulder that would just not heal...
Center of Workforce Innovations helps employers launch non-traditional apprenticeship programs including Childcare Development Associate Credential program
The Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI) is offering apprenticeship programs tailored to every employer’s needs. “CWI helps employers to develop registered apprenticeship programs to meet the training needs of their employees. Some...
Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso sales and motorclothes staff creates family-like atmosphere; makes a welcoming environment for all
“Family” was a common word that came up when the sales and motorclothes staff at Harley-Davidson of Valparaiso spoke about their time at the dealership. They understand it’s not more about buying the fanciest bike or the best-looking clothes,...
Teachers Credit Union donates $500 to 47 nonprofits for fourth annual Day of Giving; takes pride in giving back
On October 11, Teachers Credit Union (TCU) participated in its fourth annual Day of Giving, an event the institution holds to bring together employees to volunteer with nonprofit organizations throughout the state of Indiana and southwestern...
HealthLinc receives $25,000 Grant from 1st Source Foundation for optometry center in Mishawaka
The 1st Source Foundation has awarded HealthLinc with a $25,000 grant to go toward the clinic’s new optometry center in Mishawaka, Ind. The grant was made possible through the Foundation, which works with 1st Source Bank to give back to...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana thanks Michael Simpson of M.E. Simpson Co, Inc. for over a decade of support
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana are incredibly appreciative of Michael Simpson and his company, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc, for the extensive involvement and support over the years. Simpson has been...