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Indiana one of handful of states “emerging” from recession, according to prominent forecasting firm; nearly all NWI casinos post October revenue gains, even as Majestic goes into loan default; officials in Schneider [...]

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As unemployment tops 10 percent for the first time since 1983, Indiana economists predict a weak recovery in 2010; despite voters’ dislike of regional transit district, area businesspeople favor mass transit; local [...]

As Congress argues the broad issues of health care reform, region residents interested in a public insurance option will be able to attend a local debate Thursday at Indiana University Northwest.
Drs. Alex Stemer and Bharat Pithadia will assume opposing sides of the issue. Pithadia, president of Pithadia Medical, will advocate a public option while Stemer, [...]

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Regional development district touted as key to getting millions in federal cash to NWI; tourism consultant offers branding ideas for Indiana Dunes and Porter County; Gary Mayor Clay promises Jackson [...]

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Indiana’s jobless rate down again, bucking national trend; NWI tourism bureaus battle to attract $1 billion and countless jobs; a new plan for revitalizing Gary—and the region—unveiled. Lake County officials approve $180 [...]

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Casinos in region report September revenues at seven-year low; massive Indiana Harbor dredging project projected to boost NWI economy; outlook for auto and steel industries surprisingly positive. New report [...]

From the BusINess inbox—The BusINess editors are committed to keeping you informed about the latest news in NWI. Here’s today’s submission from Valparaiso University:
A Valparaiso University nursing professor will be inducted as an American Academy of Nursing Fellow in November, a recognition that will advance her pursuit of better healthcare for older people.
Dr. Kristen Mauk, [...]

Advocating community
The origins of Julie Rosenwinkel’s law career can be traced back to her middle school days when she took part in a mock trial on the impeachment of Andrew Jackson. She wanted the same experience as an adult—a career that would keep her interested and challenged.
“It’s definitely done that,” she says.
Rosenwinkel is a partner [...]

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The region’s business leaders unsure recovery is in full swing; BP Whiting Refinery’s massive modernization one-third complete; many of NWI’s stimulus-funded road projects won’t launch until next year. Gary [...]

Seeing disability as a catalyst
Because Bill Dwyer knows what it’s like to sidestep barriers to accomplish dreams and desires, he has the natural gift of connecting with people and helping others leap over the hurdles in life.
“I have dyslexia so high school was not easy for me and my guidance counselor told me not to [...]