On the afternoon of Friday, June 13, Porter County Health Department hosted its second annual Health and Wellness Family Fair at the Central Park Plaza in downtown Valparaiso. Over 35 vendors set up tables under the William E. Urschel Pavilion,...

The Recycling and Waste Reduction District of Porter County has introduced a new piece of equipment, a Vermeer trommel screen, that is improving compost quality in Porter County. The screening equipment, tasked with sifting the garbage and...

As school gets let out, the skies turn bright blue, and the temperature rises, Northern Indiana is hitting its summer event season! That means that, wherever you are and whatever you enjoy, you’ll find an excuse to get outside with your friends and...

A powerful resource in Porter County Government is helping local departments, emergency responders, and everyday residents make smarter, faster decisions — thanks to a small team with a big vision. Charles "Chuck" Miller, the county's Geographic...

The Porter County Clerk's Office is more than just a place to file paperwork - it's a hub of history, organization, and public service. The Clerk's Office is made up of many different sections that all work together to make it run efficiently and...

There's heart behind the wheel of Northwest Indiana's newest food truck.  Fresh Start Enterprises, which debuted on April 26, is more than just a meal service — it's a second-chance employment initiative helping individuals with criminal records...

Prosecutor Gary Germann and his department are about more than convictions. In fact, much of the Porter County Prosecutor’s office is centered on programs that aim to lift people up. "I came back to the prosecutor's office to make a few changes,"...