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NEW CASTLE – The Indiana Bankers Association (IBA) has announced the nomination of Ashley Laurence, Banking Center Manager at the Citizens State Bank in Hartford City, for the highly esteemed “Woman of the Year” award. This distinguished recognition celebrates a woman in banking who excels at her profession, is active in the community, and supports other females to reach their full [...]

Valparaiso University will host authors Patrick Lay, John Linstrom and David Masciotra on Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for 2024’s Wordfest event at the Mueller Hall Refectory. The event will include readings from the authors, as well as a discussion session focused on the ins and outs of the publication process. This event is free and open [...]

INDIANAPOLIS – The Colts Away Game Watch Party, presented by Bud Light, for the Week 11 game vs. the New York Jets at Back 9 Golf & Entertainment now will begin at 11 a.m. Earlier on November 4, the NFL flexed the Nov. 17 game to a 1 p.m. kickoff. The party is free to attend and open to [...]

MICHIGAN CITY – As Veterans Day approaches, Horizon Bank would like to remind the community about the installation of over 60 dedicated parking signs for veterans at branch locations, completed in 2023. This initiative serves as a token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans and reflects Horizon Bank’s ongoing commitment to honoring those who have selflessly defended [...]

INDIANAPOLIS – Hamilton was proud a sponsor of the Community Alliance of the Far Eastside's (CAFE) 3rd Annual Community Awards Gala held on October 24. The event celebrated the extraordinary individuals and organizations dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Indianapolis's Far Eastside community. Among the notable recipients was Hamilton's Director – Human Resources, Sarah Sparks, who was [...]

VALPARAISO – The Valparaiso University Police Department (VUPD) has been named a 2024 grant recipient by Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®. Through the grant, the VUPD will receive eight Kenwood mobile radios, four portable radios and accessories valued up to $31,583. “I am ecstatic and thankful that Firehouse Subs gives back to our communities by supporting the emergency responders [...]

INDIANAPOLIS – FORUM Credit Union is pleased to announce that the FORUM Foundation has awarded $26,675 to 13 educators throughout central Indiana for the 2024-2025 school year. The Foundation was created in 2014 to strengthen the communities FORUM serves by enhancing educational opportunities through both collegiate scholarships and educator grants. Grants may be used for any direct classroom expenses, [...]

TERRE HAUTE – Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has earned recognition as one of America's top "Green" colleges for the third consecutive year, showcasing its commitment to a sustainable and healthy campus environment for students, faculty, and staff. The Princeton Review cites Rose-Hulman in the 2025 edition of the Guide to Green Colleges after surveying college administrators and students about [...]

Quaker couple honored for work on Underground Railroad in Indiana and Ohio FOUNTAIN CITY – Levi and Catharine Coffin, Quaker abolitionists who opened their homes in Indiana and Ohio to help more than 1,000 freedom-seekers on the Underground Railroad, have been inducted into the National Abolition Hall of Fame. Banners featuring the Coffins’ names and images were unveiled during [...]

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Members Credit Union (IMCU) is pleased to announce it is now offering an exclusive IU Health Foundation debit card. The partnership allows members who sign up for an IU Health Foundation debit card to support IU Health initiatives to make Indiana healthier. Every time the card is used as a signature based transaction, IU Health Foundation [...]