In the gentle glow of the morning sun, newly appointed Gary schools Superintendent Yvonne Stokes stood at the entrance of the Bethune Early Childhood Development Center, warmly greeting parents and students on the first day of school. She ushered in the new school year with a wave and a smile, marking a pivotal moment for […]
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Gary April Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in April 2024: Meeting Calendar Gary Common Council Date: Tuesday, April 2 Location: City Hall, 401 Broadway Time: 6 p.m. CST Contact: (219) 881-1315 * Biweekly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month Parks and Recreation Date: Tuesday, April 9 and April […]
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Capital B Gary Is Hiring a Business and Economic Development Reporter
Capital B Gary is on the lookout for a Business and Economic Development Reporter to join our talented team. We want a motivated reporter interested in Gary’s economic landscape, someone passionate about exploring the city’s revitalization efforts, business growth, and the repercussions of decades of financial hardship. This beat is not just about covering news; […]
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Gary March Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in March 2024: Meeting Calendar Gary Common Council Date: Tuesday, March 5 and March 19 Location: City Hall, 401 Broadway Time: 6 p.m. CST Contact: (219) 881-1315 * Biweekly on the first and third Tuesdays of each month Parks and Recreation Date: Tuesday, March […]
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Gary February Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in February 2024 Common Council Early in Mayor Eddie Melton’s tenure, most city departments are under new leadership. Dwayne Halliburton, council member for the 2nd District, and Mark Spencer, councilman-at-large, are still transitioning into their new council roles. Tune in to see what the […]
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Indiana Black Lawmakers Prioritize Housing in Legislative Plan
Black lawmakers in Indiana are introducing multiple housing bills to enhance homeownership accessibility for all Hoosiers statewide. State Rep. Earl Harris, D-East Chicago, and chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, said that each year the cohort selects a theme and issue they want to tackle collectively. “It’s not a secret that housing is an […]
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Gary January Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in January 2024 Common Council Gary’s government will see many changes in 2024. The first Gary Common Council meeting, marking Eddie Melton’s debut as mayor, is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at City Hall on the second floor. This meeting follows […]
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Thousands of Indiana Students Move On to Fourth Grade Without Reading Skills, Despite State Policy
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 […]
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Gary December Public Meetings Preview
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 […]
