"A Handful of Butterflies" will premiere as part of Valparaiso University's celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Valparaiso University Chapel of the Resurrection. Chesterton composer Michael Boo wrote the piece in memory of his mother, Maralyne...
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Music Premiere Dedicated to VNA Hospice
Alzheimer’s Association Volunteer Opportunities
Do you have a little spare time? Are you interested in giving back to your community? Are you interested in learning new skills? Would you like to gain experience to add to your resume? If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Alzheimer's...
Read MoreHospital Quality Study Places Porter Hospital in Top 5% Nationally for Stroke Care
A study issued today by HealthGrades, the leading independent healthcare ratings organization, finds that Porter hospital is among the top five percent of hospitals in the nation for stroke care. The study named Porter hospital as a recipient of...
Read MorePorter Health System Offers Mammogram Screening Special
During October, Porter Health System will offer mammograms screening special for just $99 each, as well as donate $5 from every mammogram to the American Cancer Society -- the organization that suggests a woman have her first mammogram at age 40 or...
Read MorePorter County Residents, Organizations and Businesses Honored
On Friday, Oct. 2, the American Red Cross Blood Services, Indiana-Ohio Region, hosted its annual meeting and recognition luncheon at the Orthopaedic Capital Center in Winona Lake. Many awards were given out, including the Outstanding Blood Donor,...
Read MoreDr. Arnold Wins “20 under 40”
Recently, the Times hosted an event to honor business, government, and social service individuals who provide services that add to the improvement of Northwest Indiana. Out of over 100 nominated, only 20 were selected, one of those being Dr. Jim...
Read MoreMental Health Alliance of Porter County Presents Awards
Thursday, September 17, 2009, the Mental Health Alliance of Porter County recognized a number of individuals for their leadership, advocacy and service in promoting mental wellness. Held at Strongbow Inn, the annual awards event brings together the...
Read MoreLocal Cancer Advocate to Travel to Washington, D.C. to Call on Indiana Lawmakers to Act on Health Care Reform
Lucy Bruce-Whitaker, Wheatfield, Indiana, will travel to Washington, D.C., September 21-23 to meet with Indiana lawmakers to advocate for health care that is accessible, affordable, available and administratively simple. Bruce-Whitaker will be one of...
Read MoreOut Of The Darkness Walk to Prevent Suicide
It looked like any other group outing on a warm Sunday. Picnic tables full of laughing people, kids screaming with energetic joy in a bounce house, couples walking around with hotdogs in hand, and hot dogs on leash. A DJ mixed Beatles and Beyonce...
Read MoreWorld Alzheimer’s Day Is September 21st: A Tribute Event
September 21st is World Alzheimer’s Day, and the Alzheimer’s Association is asking people in the United States and in Indiana to join those around the world in turning their attention to this disease and joining the fight against it. The...
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