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Chesterton’s town manager resigns
Chesterton Town Council members unanimously accept the resignation of Town Manager Dave Cincoski during its Monday night meeting. The post Chesterton’s town manager resigns appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation welcomes new board member Steve Murphy
As part of its mission to continuously improve and provide the best possible advocacy for Valparaiso, the Valparaiso Economic Development Corporation recently welcomed Steve Murphy as its newest board member. Murphy brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the group as both a Valparaiso resident and as director of...
Restaurant owner buys downtown Schererville property for mixed-use development
Schererville is another step closer to getting a mixed-use development downtown. The owner of Little Italy restaurant in Dyer has agreed to buy an acre of land at 22 West Joliet Street from the town, according to Schererville Director of Operations Andrew Hansen. "This is the property located just west...
Gary Residents Look Forward to Brighter Streets After City’s $3.4 Million Streetlight Investment
Darkened streets in Gary will soon shine brighter in areas that have gone without adequate street lighting for nearly a decade. The Gary Common Council passed an ordinance this week supporting a proposed $3.4 million project to address the longstanding issue of inactive streetlights throughout the city. The addition of...
Splash some color! Lake Station Riverview Park & Pool Murals
Big shoutout to Lake Station, IN Mayor Bill Carroll, Cheif of staff Adrian Vera, and Park Dir. Lisa Faught Hudson for teaming up with artist Fernando Lopez Jr. on the mural project at Lake Station Riverview Park & Pool as part of the Beautify Lake Station Project! The city staff wanted to splash some color and life into the pool entrance and locker rooms, and we dove right in!
VNA Hospice NWI hosts third annual Military Stand Down event at Porter County Expo Center
On the afternoon of June 12, VNA Hospice of Northwest Indiana hosted its third annual Military Stand Down event at the Porter County Expo Center in Valparaiso. At this Military and Veteran specific resource fair, representatives of over 40 organizations were stationed at tables prepared to distribute informational materials to passersby. VNA Hospice NWI employees, volunteers, and veterans from a variety of branches of the military were in attendance. VNA Hospice NWI President and CEO Bob Franko states that the Military Stand Down event reflects VNA Hospice NWI’s values.
Schererville Town Council gets update on Illiana Speedway redevelopment pre-design work
Pre-design work continues on the Illiana Speedway redevelopment. Consultant Pat Reardon says the current concept involves reserving the land closest to U.S. 30 for commercial purposes to help pay for the rest of the project. The former race track itself could be used for entertainment and programming, while the southern portion could be used to expand Rohrman Park's athletic facilities.
Ancillaerie art gallery to open in Chesterton
The Duneland Chamber is hosting a community event to celebrate the opening of Ancillaerie, a new art gallery in Chesterton, on June 20. The post Ancillaerie art gallery to open in Chesterton appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
Gary Council allocates nearly $3.5 million in ARPA funding for streetlight upgrades
The city of Gary is making a major investment in its streetlights. The city council has agreed to allocate almost $3.5 million in federal American Rescue Plan funds toward the effort. The Mayor's Office says that'll let the city repair or replace all of its city-owned streetlights by early next...
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