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CLH, CPAs Joins Nationwide Drive to Expand Accounting Talent Pipeline
For years, the accounting industry's skilled workforce was steadily declining, with many experienced accountants nearing retirement and the industry shifting from technical accounting to client …
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CCHA Law Welcomes Ian Goodman
Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) has announced that Ian Goodman has joined the firm, contributing his extensive expertise to the firm’s Business Services and Litigation practice …
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Jim Roberts (seated top left), vice president of the Community Education Coalition, speaks with economic development partners during one of CivicLab’s collaboration institutes for a rural partnership initiative.
Rural Renaissance: New Initiative Aims to Revitalize Communities
Rural communities have historically struggled with inequality. Among the biggest challenges are weaker infrastructures, fewer workforce and educational opportunities, and inadequate funding. A …
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Michigan City Community Discusses Future of Indiana State Prison Site
Community members had the opportunity to offer input and ideas for the reimagining of the Indiana State Prison site during an interactive event recently at the H.O.P.E. Community Center. The …
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Matt Stearley
Matt Stearley Named Reid Health’s new Chief of Staff
Adult Cardiac Anesthesiologist Matt Stearley, MD, is the new Chief of Staff at Reid Health, having begun a two-year term in the position on Jan. 1. He succeeds Joshua French, MD, of General Surgeons. …
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Speaker Nominations Open for 2025 Professional Women’s Conference

Organizers of the 2025 Professional Women’s Conference are currently offering opportunities for speakers for the next conference scheduled for Nov. 12. The event, which is presented by the …
Saturday, January 25
Statistics from some of the most comprehensive studies show that the gender gap in leadership positions is narrowing. A lot has happened since Katharine Graham of the Washington Post Co. became …
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
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Growth Despite Odds

Despite of material and labor short-ages and higher interest rates, the Indiana construction industry in 2024 remained robust, and most observers are optimistic for 2025. Contributing factors …
Wednesday, October 9, 2024

INDOT, Purdue Lead $11M Wireless EV Charging Highway Project

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is partnering with Purdue University on an $11 million state-funded project to build the United States' first segment of roadway that can charge both …
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Business Buzz

First phase of Mammoth Solar project begins operation in Starke County

Three years after breaking ground on a 12,000-acre solar farm in northwest Indiana, Doral Renewables LLC, the U.S. partner of Israeli-based developer Doral Group, announced the first of three phases …

Wednesday, February 5
Centier Bank has made a significant contribution of over $54,000 to United Way, demonstrating its commitment to community impact through its annual workplace campaign. The check presentation …
Wednesday, February 5
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the City of Indianapolis announced the appointment of Yvonda A. Bean (pronounced E-vonda) as Indianapolis Housing Agency’s new …
Tuesday, February 4
A new ruling by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated safety standards for the construction industry to include language requiring …
Tuesday, February 4
HabitHalo, a health tech startup dedicated to providing "Tools for a Nicotine-Free Life," announced the launch of PuffPal, an AI-driven app designed to help individuals quit vaping through real-time, …
Friday, January 31
People News
Design Collaborative announced the following staff promotions and recipients of the firm’s annual value awards: Bill Ledger, Healthcare Market Leader and Senior Healthcare Architect, and …
Tuesday, January 28
Multi-board-certified heart specialist Tansel Turgut, MD, is now part of the Franciscan Physician Network and is accepting new patients in Michigan City.  Dr. Turgut is board-certified in …
Sunday, January 26
Women represent a powerful segment of Northwest Indiana. They lead with determination, heal with compassion, teach with inspiration, and live with enthusiasm. They exude the attributes that are …
Wednesday, January 22
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Bowen Health Names New Southeast Area Executive Director

Lori Augustus has been named Bowen Health Executive Director Southeast, with responsibility for operations within Huntington and Wabash, as well as community-based operations in 12 additional …

Wednesday, January 22
Jon Harbor has been appointed to serve as Purdue Global’s interim chancellor, beginning Jan. 1, assuming the role  previously held by Frank Dooley . Harbor served as  Purdue …
Friday, January 10
Centier Bank, Indiana’s largest private, family-owned bank, welcomed Kelly Blieden as Vice President and Trust Officer. The bank also announced the promotion of Jen Pack to Vice President of …
Wednesday, January 1
Larson-Danielson Construction in La Porte has announced several new hires, promotions, and awards that highlight the exceptional talent and dedication within our company in 2024. The company …
Friday, December 27, 2024
Economic Development

Food pantry awarded $85,000 by Legacy Foundation, City of Gary

Legacy Foundation and the City of Gary recently announced awarding a combined $85,000 to the Gary Food Collective Co-op, a community-driven initiative led by Family Life Community Center designed to …
Thursday, January 30

EDC of Wayne County Launches Housing Accelerator Program

Housing developers are getting a new tool to use to increase housing stock. The EDC of Wayne County’s Housing Accelerator Program will provide grants, with a maximum award of $250,000 per …
Sunday, January 26

East Central Indiana Allocates READI 2.0 Funding to Spur Downtown Revitalization in Marion

Regional leaders in east central Indiana announced plans to award READI 2.0 funding to River Rock Lofts – a mixed-use development in the heart of Marion. The award is designed to spark urban …
Tuesday, January 7

Kathy Oren Retires as President, CEO of the Community Education Coalition

Kathy Oren, a respected leader in education and workforce development, has announced her retirement as President and CEO of the Community Education Coalition (CEC), effective December 31, 2024. For …
Tuesday, January 7
Healthcare

Powers Health Sleep Center Opens in Winfield

St. Mary Medical Center Sleep Medicine Services has started welcoming patients at a new Winfield location. The sleep center occupies space at Powers Health St. Mary Medical Center …
Wednesday, January 29

Three Indiana Orthopedic Practices Merge to Form OrthoIndiana

Three of Indiana’s leading independent orthopedic practices— OrthoIndy  in Indianapolis,  Tri-State Orthopaedics  in Evansville and  Fort Wayne Orthopedics …
Friday, January 24
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Franciscan Health Crown Point Accredited for Geriatric Emergency Department Care

Franciscan Health Crown Point recently earned the bronze standard Level 3  Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation  (GEDA) from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). …
Tuesday, January 14
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Applications Open for 2025 NWIBRT Safety Awards

For several years in a row, the U.S. Department of Labor has reported that Indiana has consistently improved its workplace safety numbers, including in the construction industry. For their efforts in …

Tuesday, January 21
Logistics

New Bypass in Posey County Leads to Safer Infrastructure, Brighter Economic Outlook

It has been a long road of hope for Posey County officials who, after a decade of planning, finally sunk shovels into the ground for a long-awaited solution to congestion, safety concerns and …

Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Finance

FORUM Employees Raise Over $86K for Charities in 2024

FORUM Credit Union supports an employee nominated charity each year. In 2024, FORUM nominated two Charities of Choice: Dayspring Center and The PourHouse. Dayspring is an organization that provides …

Monday, January 27
IT and Tech

La Casa de Amistad Receives $15,000 Grant from Comcast to Support Digital Skills Training in Michiana

Comcast announced it has awarded a $15,000 grant to  La Casa de Amistad,  a South Bend-based community organization providing educational, cultural, and advocacy services to the Latino …

Tuesday, January 28
Green & Sustainable

Hoosier Solar Permits 410 MW of Solar Farms in Starke County

Hoosier Solar has successfully permitted 410 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar energy projects in Starke County, Indiana.    The two project sites, named North Bend and Starke …

Thursday, January 2
Manufacturing & Ag

First Bank of Berne Recognized Top Ag Lender in Indiana by ICBA

First Bank of Berne has been recognized as a Top 100 Ag Lender by the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) for 2024, ranking first in Indiana, 20th among banks with assets over $1 …

Saturday, January 25
News from around the web

Ambassador Supply Acquires Texas Firm

Fort Wayne-based Ambassador Supply has acquired Straight Line Metal Buildings , a Brookshire, Texas-based company that manufactures and installs pre-engineered metal buildings. This acquisition …
Friday, July 14, 2023

Grants Totaling over $1.1M for Community Interests in Allen County

The Foellinger Foundation Board of Directors has approved grants in the Community Interests category totaling $1,155,000 to support 32 nonprofit organizations that provide services throughout Allen …
Friday, October 20, 2023
Northwest Indiana’s top construction projects and contractors were celebrated by the Construction Advancement Foundation ( CAF ) during a recent awards banquet. Winners were organized into distinct …
Monday, May 13, 2024
Higher education has been reaching new heights in the Hoosier state lately, as almost every major institution is undertaking major efforts to expand their facilities. Some have been making room for …
Monday, February 12, 2024
Exurban confirmed plans to create up to 200 jobs in Fort Wayne with the construction of a zero-waste recycling facility for electronic scrap metals. The company was responding to a lawsuit that …
Saturday, December 17, 2022
It is with immense pride that we announce Pat Pasterick, a seasoned architect, business owner, and community leader, as the recipient of a distinguished award in recognition of his unwavering …
Monday, June 3, 2024