If you haven’t heard, we’re all about good news around here, and GreatNews.Life Founder Chris Mahlmann was invited to The MentalEdge Podcast to talk about just that. Joined by hosts Fernando Lopez and Jay Wacasey, Mahlmann was able to share more...
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Despite COVID-19 hardships, theatre thrives in Northwest Indiana
Since the middle of March, COVID-19 has thrown a wrench in the normal onslaught of public activities, but schools and theatre companies throughout Northwest Indiana refuse to let the spirit of theatre dwindle. Theatre arts are all about creativity,...
Read MoreGet in a festive spirit with our Lifer Holiday Playlist
He's making a list and checking it twice, and so are we, for songs at least! With winter upon us, our staff at GreatNews.Life wants to celebrate with you by sharing some of our favorite songs that remind us of the holidays. Our playlist features a...
Read MoreLifers escape into binge-able shows on streaming services
Just because we are practicing social distancing doesn’t necessarily mean that we can’t escape… virtually escape that is. es·cap·ism (noun): the tendency to seek distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking...
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Day traditions: American or Irish?
When you have a last name like Ireland, you get pretty into all things Irish. Second to Christmas, St. Patrick’s Day is my favorite holiday. Whether it’s feasting on corned beef and cabbage or wearing green from head to toe, I’ve been known to...
Read MoreMy Strength themes 6th Annual All About the Girls
Editor's note: This article has been updated with the new All About the Girls date of May 27, 2021. Strength is muscle, but more. It’s grit. It is perseverance, mental tenacity, and courage. Strength is also unlimited empathy, kindness in the face...
Read MoreThe Revolution will be typewritten: the resurgence of the manual typewriter in a digital world
The sound they make rings a bell in our collective memories. The familiar clackety-THWACK clackety-THWACK as fingers jab intently at mechanical keys. Manual typewriters, machines that were once a fixture in homes, offices and classrooms, had all...
Read MorePartner, Lifers share a final warm-weather hurrah at GreatNews.Life Annual Summer Bash
A joyfully chaotic cacophony of cheers and laughter erupted from the spectators overflowing the backyard at Camp Life, as six valiant competitors dove face-first into their awaiting Culver’s banana splits. No onlooker was safe from the whipped...
Read MoreJam out to our End of Summer playlist
It’s hard to admit...but summer is coming to a close. Despite that, there is still time to soak up the rays and enjoy the remainder of the season! Thankfully, the Lifers put together a series of their favorite summer jams and made a playlist just...
Read More#ColorCampLife contest
To celebrate #NationalColoringBookDay, the #Lifers are having a contest! Interested? Contestants within the age groups of 3-8 and 8+ should print off the graphic below, color, and submit their pieces of art to share@greatnews.life by...
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