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Thousands of Indiana Students Move on to Fourth grade Without Reading Skills, Despite State Policy

by Aleksandra Appleton, Chalkbeat Indiana and Capital B Gary Staff December 8, 2023December 8, 2023

This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Thousands of Indiana students advanced through elementary school without demonstrating critical reading skills, new data from the Indiana Department of Education shows, as state lawmakers consider requiring more students who struggle with reading to repeat third grade. It’s the state’s policy […]

An external view of Gary City Hall in Gary, Indiana

Local Government

Gary December Public Meetings Preview

by Capital B Gary Staff December 1, 2023November 30, 2023

Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary this December. Gary public schools We’ve got our eyes on a Dec. 12 meeting for the Gary Community School Corporation held by MGT Management, the emergency manager contracted to run the school district amid the state’s takeover of GCSC, and the appointed advisory school […]

Culture

Looking For a Free Thanksgiving Meal or Turkey? Capital B Gary Has You Covered.

by Capital B Gary Staff November 17, 2023November 20, 2023

Are you or someone you know looking for a hearty Thanksgiving meal or a turkey to cook for the holiday dinner? Capital B Gary is here to help. Below is a list of locations in Gary and surrounding areas offering free meals or turkeys this holiday season. Turkey Giveaway at U.S. Steel Yard New Hope […]

Politics

Election Day in Gary: Mayoral and City Council Races, Polling Info, and Free Rides

by Capital B Gary Staff November 6, 2023November 6, 2023

Gary voters head to the polls tomorrow, and being informed about the process and understanding what is at stake is important. From the mayoral to city council races, and from locating your polling place to arranging transportation, here’s a guide to ensure Gary residents are prepared for Election Day. What’s at stake? The mayoral election […]

Local Government

Gary November Public Meetings Preview

by Capital B Gary Staff November 1, 2023November 1, 2023

Every month, we will highlight meetings that we’re paying particular attention to and share a longer calendar of meetings, courtesy of Gary Documenters, so you can see what interests you. Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary this November. Gary public schools We’ve got our eyes on a Nov. 14 meeting […]