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After Lori K passed away in February, Ron Knoche and Dan O’Callaghan launched Lori K.

Cares to provide safe walk-in showers for cancer patients by offering two remodels a year based on nominee reviews from the community — they receive support from partnered manufacturers and the city to cut costs.

YWCA of Northwest Indiana will host its Circle of Friends Gala at 6:00 p.m. on Oct.

8 at Hard Rock Casino – honoring community leaders who advanced equity and aided local recovery after the Aug. 11 storm, with honorees announced by board president Michelle Johnson.

Kenneth J. Allen and Allen Law Group donated $15,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana to fund a yearlong transportation program that helps Gary youth travel from school to the John Will Anderson Boys & Girls Club (addressing high fuel costs).

Tomato Fest celebrates Northwest Indiana's fall harvest this Sunday by offering over two dozen tomato varieties for tasting as local farmers are honored at the event.

On Sunday, Sept. 13, Purdue University Northwest started its 73rd Sinai Forum series at the Westville campus with Pulitzer Prize winner Jon Meacham presenting 'Hope Through History: How to Survive Turbulent Times.' The series will continue during the fall with speakers Neal Katyal, Dr. David Fajgenbaum, John O’Leary, and Pat Hughes.

Indiana University Northwest’s Center for Urban and Regional Excellence is offering free and low-cost non-credit courses this fall covering topics such as rain gardens and online selling.

Sessions run in-person and via Zoom at local venues, with registration deadlines from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27.

Purdue Northwest reported a 6.45% enrollment decline this year while student retention reached record highs, continuing a downward trend since 2021.

FEMA is urging Northwest Indiana residents whose homes or property were damaged by the Aug.

11 storms to apply for federal disaster assistance by Oct. 25 — eligible applicants should submit their forms before the deadline.

Franciscan Alliance named Michael Englehart as president and chief executive officer effective Oct.

1. He brings extensive experience in Catholic healthcare to lead over 17,000 employees across 11 hospitals, while Kevin Leahy will remain through Dec. 31 to ensure a smooth transition.