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Among a group of stores with black and white signage in Merrillville’s Southlake Mall, a bright pink storefront stands out from the crowd: MJ’s Boutique. Inside, customers find shimmery dresses and denim jumpsuits hanging next to colorful blouses and racks of knee-length boots. Bouquets of pink roses are sprinkled across the store, and rows of […]
Community Spotlight
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Gary High Schooler Finds Purpose in Representing Classmates
This story is part of Capital B Gary’s Community Spotlight series. We’re shining a light on the people, places, and businesses working to bring joy to and uplift Gary. To nominate a deserving spotlight, reach out to Gary Community Engagement Editor Derreka Rollins at derreka.rollins@capitalbnews.org. Last fall, Rayven Anderson had an idea. College application season was starting, […]
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From Coroner’s Office to Flower Shop: Jonathan Portis’ Journey in Gary
This is the first story in Capital B Gary’s Community Spotlight series. We’re shining a light on the people, places, and businesses working to bring joy to and uplift Gary. To nominate a deserving spotlight, reach out to Gary Editor Javonte Anderson at javonte.anderson@capitalbnews.org. Rhythmic tunes flow through his AirPods — Ella Fitzgerald scatting broken […]