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In Part 2 of this special edition of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks sits down with La Porte Community School Corporation Superintendent Dr. Sandra Wood to discuss the repurposing of Lincoln Elementary School, the vision for the Career & Technical Education Center at the former Boston building, and the newly understood importance of marketing our schools in today's marketplace.

In Part 1 of this special edition of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks sits down with La Porte Community School Corporation Superintendent Dr. Sandra Wood to understand her journey from beginning as a Spanish teacher at South Central to her new role at LPCSC, her initial thoughts on La Porte, and the issues facing our district.

In this episode of Plugged In La Porte, Host Nate Loucks sits down with City of La Porte Director of Community Development & Planning, Craig Phillips, and City Engineer, Nick Minich, to discuss housing, the reason for TIFs and updates on projects including 39 North, LincolnWALK, and Indiana Avenue.

In episode 11, host Nate Loucks sits down with Heather Ennis, President and CEO of the Northwest Indiana Forum, to discuss her journey to the Forum and how she fuels her passion for making the region the best place to be.

Blake Murray, Co-Owner at Bare Bones Gastropub, shares how he got his start as our Small Business Spotlight. Learn about how your favorite dinner and brunch spot came to be and have a little fun playing along with a special trivia game Nate created just for Blake.

In the 10th episode, host Nate Loucks sits down with New York Blower Company Executive VP of Operations and COO Scott Hamilton to discuss the company's history, his personal journey and the new $5M investment office and greenspace slated for Factory Street.

We also play a little trivia game with Civic and City Events Director Brett Binversie while getting the scoop on all the upcoming concerts and events.

In the 9th episode of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks sits down with Honorable Judge Greta Friedman and Sergeant Adam Hannon of La Porte County Drug Court to inform our listeners of the process and criteria for the program and how it has been making a difference in our community since 2012.

Additionally, City of La Porte Park & Recreation Superintendent Mark Schreiber recaps LakeFest and discusses the importance of quality of life in La Porte.

In the eighth episode, host Nate Loucks discusses the upcoming summer events with Brett Binversie, particularly the Civic Concert Series and Taco Fest.

We also finally got LEAP Executive Director Bert Cook on the pod to give our listeners a look into economic development in the City of La Porte, and yes, we are talking about Microsoft!

In the 7th episode of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks sits down with City Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber to discuss the upcoming summer events including LakeFest, Movies in the Park, and more. They also get into the Scott Field housing proposal.

Additionally, Chris Mahlmann, Founder of GreatNews.Life, recalls his journey from finance to creating a positive-only news outlet and talks about what is in store for the future with the exciting expansion into Michiana.

In the sixth episode, Nate Loucks has a compelling and insightful conversation with Courtney Dickman, the Co-Owner of Downtown Delights. Courtney shares her unique perspectives on the challenges and successes of running a business in the downtown area, offering valuable insights into the local business landscape and her vision for the future of Downtown Delights.

Additionally, City of La Porte Park Superintendent Mark Schreiber provides an overview of the upcoming summer kids' programs, sporting activities, and community events, painting a picture of the exciting opportunities available for residents of La Porte.

In episode 5 of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks asks Mayor Tom Dermody the burning questions, and discusses the upcoming events happening in the City of La Porte with Director of the Civic and City Events, Brett Binversie.

In episode 4 of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks delves into state legislature with State Representative - District 20, Jim Pressel, and discusses our natural resources and upcoming plans for our beautiful parks and lakes with City of La Porte Park & Recreation Superintendent, Mark Schreiber.

In this engaging third episode of Plugged In La Porte, host Nate Loucks delves into significant topics impacting the community with his distinguished guests: Dr. Peggy Hinckley from the LaPorte Community School Corporation, Brett Binversie from the Civic Auditorium, and LaPorte County Clerk Heather Stevens. The discussion provides insights into the state of education, prepares listeners for the upcoming primary elections, and highlights various must-attend events in and around the vibrant City of LaPorte.

Welcome to the second episode of Plugged In La Porte, a podcast hosted by Nate Loucks that aims to keep La Porte, Indiana, residents curious, connected, and informed of the city's latest developments and initiatives. In this episode, Nate sat down with two La Porte County Council members: Michael Rosenbaum, former County Council President, and Randy Novak, the current County Council President. They discussed their roles in the county, the council's responsibilities, and the challenges and opportunities they see for the county moving forward.

Nate also spoke with Jessica Granger, the owner of Thode Floral in downtown La Porte. She shared about her decision to relocate the business, her thoughts on truck traffic, and her ideal customer.

This episode covered various topics, from county leadership to small businesses, providing valuable information for all La Porte residents. Tune in to Plugged In La Porte to stay updated and informed about what is happening in La Porte, Indiana.

Plugged In LaPorte is a collaborative podcast between Nate Loucks and La Porte Economic Advancement Partnership. Find out more about LEAP at laportepartnership.com.

Welcome to the debut episode of Plugged In LaPorte, a podcast hosted by Nate Loucks that aims to keep the residents of LaPorte, Indiana, curious, connected, and plugged in with the city's latest developments and initiatives. In this first episode, Nate sat down with two City of LaPorte employees: Craig Phillips, the Community Development and Planning Director, and Nick Minich, the City Engineer. They discussed their roles in the city, annexation in Indiana, and the challenges and opportunities they see moving forward for the city.

Nate also spoke with Erik Nelson, the Workforce Development Coordinator for LaPorte Economic Advancement Partnership (LEAP), and Jen Goss, who manages the Career Pathways program at LaPorte Community School Corporation. They provided valuable insights into Indiana's Career Pathways program, which helps high school students explore various career options and gain skills and education to prepare them for the workforce.

This episode covered various topics from community development to education that will help inform all LaPorte residents. So tune in to Plugged In LaPorte to stay updated and informed about what is happening in LaPorte, Indiana.