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Budget Friendly Tips for End-of-School-Year Celebrations from Interra Credit Union
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 21, 2025 – The end of the school year marks a time of celebration, recognition, and the exciting transition into summer. Whether you're planning a graduation open house, a class party, or a backyard bash to kick off summer, Interra Credit Union is here to help you celebrate without breaking the bank. Celebrations should bring joy, not financial stress. With thoughtful planning and the right financial tools, families can enjoy these special moments while staying comfortably
Surf Internet Doubles Fiber Reach, Surpasses 200,000 Internet Passings Across the Great Lakes Region
Surf Internet Doubles Fiber Reach, Surpasses 200,000 Internet Passings Across the Great Lakes Region Milestone highlights Surf’s rapid growth and evolving offerings for homes and businesses ELKHART, Ind. (May 13, 2025) – Surf Internet® has reached a major milestone with the completion of its 200,000th fiber-optic internet passing—referring to homes and businesses where service is now available—across Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan. The milestone marks a doubling of the company’s reach since November 2023
Surf Internet Awarded $1.17 Million in ICP Round 13 to Expand Broadband in Rural Indiana
ELKHART, Ind. (May 8, 2025) – Surf Internet® has been awarded $1,176,000 in funding through Round 13 of the Indiana Connectivity Program (ICP), supporting its mission to expand reliable high-speed broadband access to rural and underserved areas. The grant, combined with $5.8 million in private investment by Surf, will enable fiber-optic expansion to 245 grant-identified addresses—and additional adjacent homes and businesses—across Indiana. Surf received the largest award in this funding round, supporting
Goshen Orthopedics Celebrates a Milestone 350th Robotic-Assisted Total Joint Replacement Surgery
GOSHEN, Ind., — Goshen Orthopedics recently reached a major milestone of the completion of its 350th robotic-assisted total joint replacement surgery using Mako SmartRobotics technology. This innovative technology revolutionizes total joint replacements by enhancing surgeon control and optimizing implant placement. Patients undergoing robotic-assisted surgery often experience less pain, shorter recovery times, and improved flexibility. To commemorate this significant milestone, Goshen Orthopedics hosted a
Shawna Brown Named Manager Retail Branch at Interra Credit Union
IMMEDIATE RELEASE, May 5, 2025 – Liz Borntrager, Vice President, Senior Manager Retail Delivery, announced that Shawna Brown has been named Assistant Vice President, Manager Retail Branch at Interra's Plymouth branch. Brown will provide daily operations, support, and coaching for the retail team. She will also focus on membership growth and community engagement. Brown is responsible for carrying out Interra’s mission at the Plymouth branch by leading a motivated and high-performing team. With a strong
Everwise Names Jason “Jay” Gendics Chief Banking Officer
South Bend, IN – Everwise Credit Union is pleased to announce that Jason “Jay” Gendics has been named to the newly created role of Chief Banking Officer. In his position, Gendics leads the overall member service and sales activities for Everwise and oversees the strategy and operations for its retail banking and lending lines of business. Gendics brings to Everwise more than 30 years of diverse banking experience and leadership with large regional banks. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice
Surf Internet Welcomes Todd Weeks as Vice President of Field Operations 4/22/2025
ELKHART, Ind. (April 16, 2025) – Surf Internet® is pleased to announce that Todd Weeks has joined the company as Vice President of Field Operations. In this newly created leadership role, Weeks will oversee Surf’s service repair and new customer installation operations—ensuring high-quality delivery, streamlined processes, and outstanding customer experiences. Weeks brings nearly 30 years of experience in telecommunications and field operations, having served in a wide range of leadership roles at AT&T