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Thursday, December 26, 2024
Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County Announces Holiday Compost Hours
Valparaiso, IN – Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County update the Compost Site Hours for the Holidays. The Valparaiso Compost Site will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th, 2024 and Wednesday, January 1st, 2025 for the holidays. Boone Grove and Portage Compost Sites are closed for the winter and will reopen in March of 2025. All of us at the Recycling and Waste Reduction District want to say Happy Holidays to all of you in Porter County!
Tuesday, December 17, 2024MegaBeatles!, Jan. 18
They’re back! Memorial Opera House Foundation is hosting MegaBeatles! as our annual kickoff concert for the TENTH time. Members of “The Crawpuppies” and “Chris & Lou” will present a spectacular trip down memory lane. This year they will be playing an encore of “A Hard Days Night“ album along with other hits! Selling out every year, MegaBeatles! has been a wonderful way to celebrate the history of Memorial Opera House with our patrons! Make sure you don’t miss the party as we dip into the voluminous
Tuesday, December 17, 2024United Way Nowrthwest
Valparaiso, Indiana – 12/17/2024 – United Way Northwest Indiana is excited to announce the appointment of Chris White as its new Chief Executive Officer. White, who previously served as Publisher of the Times of Northwest Indiana from 2013 to 2023, brings extensive regional leadership experience and a strong commitment to community engagement. Throughout his career, he has been deeply involved with organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club, the Salvation Army, and One Region. A former long-time
Tuesday, December 17, 2024Tanco Terminals invests $8 million at Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to expand Lake Michigan operatio
PORTAGE, Ind. (Dec. 17, 2024) – Tanco Terminals is constructing a $8.2 million expansion of its liquid tank farm at Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to support growth in Lake Michigan shipments. Tanco is a third-generation, family-owned business operated at the port since 1977. The company stores and performs value-added services for liquid cargoes, from petroleum to food-grade oils. As part of the expansion, Tanco is adding a sixth rail loading track, a new truck scale, three storage tanks – two with
Tuesday, December 17, 2024NIPSCO RECEIVES #1 RANKING IN J.D. POWER 2024
NIPSCO RECEIVES #1 RANKING IN J.D. POWER 2024 U.S. ELECTRIC UTILITY BUSINESS CUSTOMER SATISFACTION STUDY SM Business customer feedback places NIPSCO at the top of the Midwest Midsize segment MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) received the #1 ranking in electric utility business customer satisfaction among mid-sized utilities in the Midwest in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Electric Utility Business Customer Satisfaction Study. The annual J.D. Power U.S. Electric
Thursday, December 12, 2024NIPSCO’S PUBLIC SAFETY EDUCATION AND TRAINING ACTION GRANT RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED
NIPSCO’S PUBLIC SAFETY EDUCATION AND TRAINING ACTION GRANT RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED Annual grant supports local safety education and training projects in northern Indiana MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) has announced that 16 organizations across northern Indiana will be able to further their public safety initiatives as a result of support from the 2024 NIPSCO Public Safety Education and Training Action Grant program. Over the past seven years, NIPSCO’s Public
Thursday, December 12, 2024NIPSCO NAMES RECIPIENTS OF NEW BRIDGING OUR ENERGY GRANT
MERRILLVILLE, Ind. — Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), in partnership with its parent company’s NiSource Charitable Foundation, is delighted to announce the winners of its inaugural Bridging Our Energy Grant. Purdue University Northwest and Boys & Girls Club of Northern Indiana Corridor have each been awarded $100,000 each for strategic initiatives centered on diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and economic inclusion programs. Introduced in October, the Bridging Our Energy Grant
Wednesday, December 11, 2024The Penguin Players presents Hollywood Through the Ages
Memorial Opera House Foundation’s The Penguin Players presents: Hollywood Through the Ages Directed & Choreographed by Alexandria Ingram Assistant Directed by Georgie Owens Assistant Choreographed by Karen Shrader Music Directed by Laura Gaffigan & Maria Koontz Friday, January 10, 2024 • 7 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2024 • 2 p.m. Memorial Opera House Foundation, in partnership with The Penguin Project ® , a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing theatrical opportunities for
Wednesday, December 11, 2024Franciscan Health achieves Platinum Level status from Quit Now Indiana for smoking cessation
Franciscan Health recently was recognized for achieving Quit Now Indiana Champion Platinum Level status for smoking cessation. The recognition encompasses all of the Franciscan hospitals in Indiana: Carmel, Crawfordsville, Crown Point, Dyer, Indianapolis, Lafayette, Michigan City, Mooresville, Munster, Orthopedic Hospital (Carmel) and Rensselaer. A Quit Now Indiana Champion is a health system, medical provider, or employer that values and promotes Quit Now Indiana Tobacco Treatment Services. Franciscan
Wednesday, December 11, 2024Amendment to the 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program
NIRPC to hold public comment period on amendments to the 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program The Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC) will hold a 21-day public comment period on amendments to the 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The comment period begins December 10 and will end on December 31, 2024. The full list of projects included in these amendments can be viewed on the NIRPC website here: NIRPC to hold public comment period on amendments
Monday, December 09, 2024Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana Makes it a Christmas to Remember for Local Youth
PORTAGE, IND. – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana (BGCGNWI) hosted an evening of holiday fun during their Christmas to Remember event last night. Now in its sixth year, the event is an opportunity for 500 kids across the organization’s 10 Clubs to come together and experience the excitement of the holidays by meeting Santa, opening gifts, and enjoying dinner together. Many come from families for whom a Christmas like this would otherwise not be possible. “The holiday season is a
Monday, December 09, 2024Orthopedic spine surgeon joins Franciscan Physician Network in Chesterton, Michigan City
MICHIGAN CITY, Indiana -- Orthopedic spine surgeon Wajeeh Bakhsh, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Chesterton and Michigan City. Dr. Bakhsh is board-certified in orthopedics. He attended medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and completed his residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, N.Y. Dr. Bakhsh completed his fellowship training in complex orthopedic spine surgery at Northwestern
Thursday, December 05, 2024Urgent: FinCEN BOI Filing Deadline for Chesterton, IN is 01/01/2025
The Corporate Transparency Act mandates U.S. companies to report key details about their beneficial owners to combat financial crimes. As of today, 12/04/2024, Chesterton, IN business owners have 27 calendar days(or 20 business days) left to file their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report with FinCEN—don’t wait, or you could face fines of $500 per day! 1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses qualify as “reporting companies.” Exemptions apply to
Thursday, November 14, 2024How to Successfully Create and Grow a Business with Your Partner
Imagine weaving your dreams of entrepreneurial success with the person you trust and cherish the most—your significant other. It’s a narrative filled with potential, promising an adventure that merges the thrill of business with the beauty of companionship. Yet, this journey requires more than just shared dreams and aspirations; it demands strategic planning and a keen awareness of how to balance love and partnership in the business sphere. This guide will light your path, offering insights and strategies
Wednesday, November 06, 2024How Audits Become the Seed for Business Expansion
Audits and compliance shape the path organizations take, ensuring operations remain lawful and consistent. The demanding nature of these processes often burdens professionals, adding pressure to their responsibilities. Transforming this challenge into an opportunity requires smart strategies that align regulatory needs with operational enhancement. Leveraging new approaches can simplify audits while strengthening a company's overall framework. This shift turns what once felt burdensome into a seamless
Thursday, October 17, 2024Elevate Your Hustle: Adobe Tools to Empower Women Entrepreneurs
This Women’s Small Business Month, we’re celebrating the tools that are fueling the success of women entrepreneurs everywhere. Running a business requires balancing countless responsibilities, and Adobe Acrobat is here to help streamline the journey. From simplifying document workflows to enhancing team communication, Acrobat is designed to help entrepreneurs work smarter, not harder. These intuitive tools make day-to-day tasks seamless, allowing business owners to dedicate their time to what truly
Thursday, October 03, 2024Thriving as an Immigrant Entrepreneur: Turning Challenges into Triumphs
Taking the plunge into entrepreneurship is akin to embarking on an exhilarating yet demanding adventure. For immigrant entrepreneurs, this journey is often marked by additional hurdles, ranging from navigating intricate financial regulations to building a brand that genuinely resonates with diverse communities. However, these challenges are not insurmountable. With resilience, adaptability, and a proactive mindset, the seemingly daunting path to success can transform into a rewarding expedition.Mastering
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Tuesday, September 03, 2024Pulmonary and critical care physician David Villafuerte Martinez, MD joins Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City
Pulmonology, critical care physician joins Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City MICHIGAN CITY, Indiana – Pulmonary and critical care physician David Villafuerte Martinez, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City. Dr. Villafuerte Martinez is board-certified in pulmonary and critical care medicine. He attended medical school at Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador in Ecuador and completed both his residency and fellowship at the
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