Courtney Gomez

Mishawaka Firefighter Alek Escobedo didn't always dream of becoming a firefighter, but his journey from aspiring police officer to Navy corpsman, and now to respected firefighter and strongman competitor, has led him to a career he deeply loves....

Sister Marie Morgan’s journey from education to the healthcare system is rooted in her passion to serve as a member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Perpetual Adoration. Connecting to the religious community at a young age, Morgan was introduced to...

For Brianna Reshan, teaching is a source of great fulfillment and an opportunity to leave a positive impact on students’ lives. Initially, she was drawn to the idea of teaching kindergarten, but she found a true passion for working with fourth...

"Life is a crazy journey, but it's a lot easier if we all do it together."  This is a mantra Cicily Porter lives by. As a news anchor, reporter, and podcast co-host, she understands the importance of community and shared experiences. Born and...

A notable moment unfolded at the Mishawaka City Hall as the community gathered to witness the swearing-in of Alex Arendt as the new Chief of Police for the Mishawaka Police Department (MPD) during the Board of Public Works meeting on Tuesday, August...

Dr. C. Todd Cummings' journey from teaching to becoming the longest-serving superintendent of the South Bend Community School Corporation (SBCSC) in 25 years is a testament to his dedication to education. Growing up in Southern Indiana, Cummings...

More than 70 creatively crafted cardboard boats set sail in Elkhart on Friday, August 16, as part of Crossroads United Way’s annual Great Cardboard Boat Race. The event saw teams from various companies, including Surf Internet, put their ingenuity...