What does it mean for a business to truly be part of its community?

In this edition of WJOB Spotlight, digital marketing expert Matt Hansen discusses how businesses across Northwest Indiana responded to the recent major storm and what other business owners can learn from it.

Matt explains why businesses that stepped up to help — whether by providing food and water, offering space, helping employees, volunteering, or simply lending a hand — stood out during the crisis. While businesses don't need to make massive donations or turn their generosity into a marketing campaign, small acts of support can make a lasting impact.

The conversation explores how being present for your community isn't just good citizenship — it can also build long-term trust, loyalty, and relationships with the people a business serves.

Matt also shares why business owners should keep their finger on the pulse of their community during a crisis, first making sure their families and employees are safe before looking for ways to help others.

Hear how local businesses can become true community partners and pillars, and why people remember the businesses and entrepreneurs who were there when their community needed them most.

A major storm just ripped through the region, and roofers are now racing to keep homes, schools, steel mills, and commercial properties from staying exposed to the next round of damage. Scott Cooper of Local 26 breaks down what's hit hardest, how the recovery process really works, and why the workload is already stretching crews, suppliers, and apprentices.

The biggest surprise? This isn't just about shingles. From lakefront industrial blow-offs to school damage and blown-off fascia metal, the storm has created a wide-ranging repair crisis that touches nearly every part of the region. Cooper explains what crews are seeing on the ground, why some jobs take far longer than people realize, and how engineers, materials procurement, and manpower all have to line up before a property can be made dry again.

Cooper also makes the case for the roofing trade itself, sharing the pay, benefits, and career path that make it a solid option for younger workers who want real skills and real results. It's dirty work, but it's also work you can stand back from and say, "I built that."

If you want a grounded look at storm recovery from the people doing the physical labor, this is essential listening. It's especially useful for homeowners, business owners, school administrators, and anyone considering a skilled trade career.

Inside Henry Ford's Historic Hangar - Free Aviation Weekend in Lansing

A free, family-friendly aviation spectacle is landing in Lansing, and it centers on one of the most historic buildings in town - Henry Ford's original hangar at the Lansing Municipal Airport.

Michelle Henderson, events planner for the Village of Lansing, reveals how the Ford Hangar 100 celebration combines history, restoration, and big-time aviation energy into one unforgettable weekend. From a gala that launches a major capital campaign to a Saturday open-house expo packed with interactive exhibits, classic cars, legendary figures, and live aircraft action, this event is built to pull in everyone from aviation buffs to parents looking for a unique day out.

The weekend also features the Patriot Parachute Team, Daisy Air Shows, local aircraft flyovers, and tours of the hangar itself, plus a historic places motor coach tour for anyone who wants to go deeper into Lansing's past.

If you care about aviation, local history, preservation, or just want a free event that actually gives your family something memorable to do, this is the kind of episode that turns a calendar reminder into an outing. Visit fordhanger100.org for tickets, sponsorships, donations, and event details.