On Thursday, April 23, the Northwest Indiana Forum and Ports of Indiana welcomed an international delegation representing 10 countries and provinces to the Ports of Indiana – Burns Harbor, highlighting the region’s growing role in global trade, logistics, and industrial development.

College students seeking to stay on track or work ahead in their plans of study can take summer courses offered by Purdue University Northwest (PNW).

Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), a subsidiary of NiSource Inc., announced today that it has reached an agreement with the United Steelworkers (USW) for the clerical bargaining unit. The lockout has ended, and represented clerical employees will return to work beginning Tuesday, May 5. This follows a previous agreement reached on April 24 for the physical bargaining unit, with those employees having returned to work on April 28.

Funds support nonprofits serving at-risk populations

Franciscan Health’s Social Impact Partnership Program (SIPP) is opening applications for funding to support healthcare-related programs for nonprofit health and human service organizations in at-risk communities. SIPP funding applications will be accepted from May 1-29. Partner agencies will be announced in mid-July. Organizations may apply for up to $10,000 in monetary support. Organizations may complete an application online at this link starting May 1.

Students earned over 2,000 degrees and certificates during the 2025-2026 academic year

Ivy Tech Community College’s will honor 1,700 graduates at the annual commencement ceremony on Thursday May 7, 2026 at 6pm CT. The ceremony will take place at the Valparaiso University Athletics Recreation Center located at 1009 Union Street, Valparaiso, IN.

The Chesterton High School Jazz Band will perform its 53rd Annual “All That Jazz” on Saturday, May 9, continuing a long-standing Duneland tradition that showcases the talent, dedication, and hard work of its student musicians.

New program supports career growth and childcare workforce development

Ivy Tech Community College recently launched new Early Childhood Education Program at the Valparaiso Campus. At a time when the demand for qualified childcare professionals is rising—and communities are rethinking how to support working families—the Ivy Tech Community College Early Childhood Education program is positioning itself as both a workforce solution and a gateway to meaningful, purpose-driven careers.

Comcast Business Launches Total Solutions Advantage: Simplified, All-In Plans for Small Businesses Starting at $60 per Month

On April 21, Hoosiers will salute the Valparaiso campus, our students, and countless stories that make Ivy Tech special to Indiana

Valparaiso, Ind.– In the last three years, Ivy Tech Community College supporters from around the state have donated more than $1 million to support students in their academic journey. On our fourth annual Ivy Tech Day on April 21, we will be sharing stories of how those donations impact our students and make a difference in Hoosier communities. Ivy Tech Day gives everyone a chance to celebra

NIPSCO values the regulatory process and continues its commitment to serving safe and reliable energy to 1.4 million customers across northern Indiana

Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) will participate today in the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission’s (IURC) Investigative Inquiry on Energy Affordability, joining the four other Indiana investor-owned utility companies to discuss the factors that influence customer bills, the impact of growth and opportunities to improve transparency and affordability.

Valparaiso, IN — The Recycling & Waste Reduction District of Porter County is inviting qualified contractors to submit quotes for the grinding of organic brush and wood waste, along with the removal and hauling of materials from four locations within Porter County. This initiative is part of the district’s ongoing efforts to promote sustainable waste management practices.

February 2nd Marks National Energy Assistance Day

MERRILLVILLE, Ind. –National Energy Assistance Day on Monday, Feb. 2, Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) is reminding customers who may need financial assistance with their energy bills or paying past-due balances there are programs to help.

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MERRILLVILLE, Ind. – Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO) has received a federal order requiring the continued operation of R.M. Schahfer Generating Station for at least 90 days beyond its previously scheduled retirement date of Dec. 31, 2025.

Agreement gives county employees access to multiple healthcare services

Before joining NIPSCO, Summers served as the Economic Development Director at the Northwest Indiana Forum and as Facility and League Director at The Courts of Northwest Indiana in Valparaiso. He obtained a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Information Systems from Purdue University Northwest in 2023, following a double major in Business Management and Human Resources from PNW in 2022.

As the year draws to a close, CoAction has launched its 2025 year-end giving campaign, inviting the Northwest Indiana community to shine a light on pathways to hope, housing, and stability for more than 30,000 neighbors.

Launching and growing a small business is one of the most rewarding yet challenging journeys you can take.

The Duneland Family YMCA is proud to announce the unveiling of the John & Laurie (Wehner) Evans Healthy Aging Center, a welcoming space where older adults can thrive by staying active, engaged, and supported. This space, formerly known as the Senior Center, offers opportunities for physical wellness, learning, social connection, and emotional well-being—all in one place.

Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (“NIPSCO”) announces that 23 organizations across northern Indiana have been awarded grants from NIPSCO and the NiSource Charitable Foundation to further their public safety initiatives.

Global logistics industry veteran Dexter Salenda has joined Ports of Indiana as the organization’s first Foreign Trade and Economic Development Director.

Following a successful 2024 outreach effort to establish a future workforce in the accounting industry, employees of CLH, CPAs & Consultants have been hard at work already this year continuing the company’s strategic pipeline development mission.

Two aspiring accounting professionals are gaining real-world experience through summer internships with CLH, CPAs & Consultants. Charlotte M. Dombrowski of Valparaiso and Kristina I. Sherpitis of Beverly Shores joined the firm’s Michigan City office to further their education and solidify their career plans.

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