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Bill Masterson Jr.
Publisher
Masterson
Signposts of greatness on the horizon
On November 2, 2008, the Portage Lakefront Park and Riverwalk, the first step in the Marquette Plan, opened to the public. It is, I believe, a major signpost pointing to a bright future for Northwest Indiana. Read More
Mitch Daniels.
Governor
Daniels
Changes will ease burden on NWI taxpayers
As we work to keep Indiana moving forward, Northwest Indiana is always on my mind. We've taken a number of steps to enhance the growth potential of the region, and more is within our reach... Read More
Pete Visclosky
U.S. Representative
Visclosky
A thriving region needs more than steel
I share President Barack Obama's realism, hope, and determination. Like the rest of the country, Northwest Indiana faces serious challenges, but they can be met and our region can prosper. Read More
Harris Bank
America¹s westward expansion in the late 1800¹s fueled an entrepreneurial spirit that brought Norman Wait Harris to Chicago to help the country grow.
In 1882 he founded what has become Harris Bank based on the principles of honesty and fair dealings-‹principles that continue to govern Harris Bank¹s service to individuals, businesses and the communities its calls ³home.² For more than 100 years, Harris has served the needs of customers, safely managing their funds and guiding them toward financial success. Over that time, Harris Bank has grown steadily throughout the Chicagoland area and beyond.
In 2004, Harris expanded into Northwest Indiana with the purchase of Mercantile National Bank of Indiana. This move into Indiana opened new markets and new opportunities for the bank and its customers, says Michael Baird, Harris¹ regional president of Northwest Indiana.
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Regional Bus Authority
The community depends on a reliable public transportation system

The Regional Bus Authority (RBA) was founded with a mission to enhance the quality of life in Northwest Indiana by assuring the availability of a customer response regional bus transportation system. To accomplish this mission, the RBA will be accountable for employing strategic planning and sound business practices, recognizing the importance of job access and improved quality of life. ³It is widely recognized that public transportation is a critical component in the vitality of any community.
This is true whether it is surface transportation, rail, and in the case of some coastal communities­even water transportation,² says Dennis Rittenmeyer, president of the RBA.
The RBA¹s vision is to be an efficient, effective, and financially viable organization overseeing continuous, high quality bus transportation ...
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City of Hammond - Hammond Celebrates 125 Years!
Age, they say is relative. On April 21, 2009, the City of Hammond Indiana turns 125 years old. One hundred and twenty five seems old unless you com...

Posted: 03/11/2009 10:55 am

City of Hammond - Festival of the Lakes Main Stage Lineup
March 23, 2009 Contact: Donna Muta Special Events Coordinator Hammond Civic Center 5825 S. Sohl Avenue Hammond, IN 46320 (219) 853-6378 x316 ...

Posted: 03/27/2009 10:02 am

City of Hammond - Hammond's 125th Anniversary Day
On April 21st the City of Hammond will be celebrating its 125th birthday! Just being associated with this committee has taught me so much about Hammo...

Posted: 04/14/2009 2:52 pm