GIVE Day on Nov. 8 to fight homelessness in county

VALPARAISO | The Porter County Community Foundation hopes to send a strong message about homelessness in the region by gathering forces for a one-day event, GIVE Day, on Nov. 8.

Valpo schools urged to foster public dialogue

VALPARAISO | In its first meeting of the new school year, Valparaiso School Board members were asked to reshape their public participation policy to rebuild trust with the community.

IVDiagnostics opens office in Purdue Research Park

MERRILLVILLE | A company that develops, tests and markets diagnostic tools that measure and monitor cancer tumor cells is expanding its presence in Northwest Indiana by opening an office in the Purdue Research Park of Northwest Indiana.

Chester Inc.: Rooted in corn and steel

Now celebrating more than 60 years in business, the Valparaiso-based Chester Inc. has its roots firmly planted in corn and steel. Led by President and CEO Pete Peuquet, the company serves customers with the manufacture, sales and service.

Rooted in corn, steel

VALPARAISO | Now celebrating more than 60 years in business, Chester Inc. has its roots firmly planted in corn and steel.

Valpo farmer dedicated himself to family

Andrew "Andy" Maxwell was a man of faith who loved his family and loved being a farmer, said his wife, Heather Maxwell.

Chesterton man switches careers, sells diving equipment

VALPARAISO | Les Corkill dove head first into a new career and a new lifestyle when he opened Diver's Lair, a shop selling underwater diving equipment, late last year.

Times diversity job fair, symposium highlights many faces

When the word "diversity" is mentioned, most people think of race, gender or ethnic differences.

New Kelsey's owners won't mess with success

VALPARAISO | Jack Hood says his philosophy for operating his two Kelsey's Steak and Seafood restaurants is "if it's not broke, don't fix it.''

INSIDE INDIANA BUSINESS: Golden Spike seminar set for NWI

The Indiana High Speed Rail Association is hosting the 12th annual Golden Spike seminar Thursday and Friday at the Harre Union at Valpraiso University. Highlights of the event will include a speech from American Public Transportation Association CEO Bill Millar and a celebration of Amtrak's …