The Gary Common Council is now complete with nine members, following Myles Tolliver’s Democratic caucus win for the at-large seat vacated by Marian Ivey who now represents the 4th District. April will be another busy month for the Council as it will be making appointments to boards and commissions. The Council will look to fill […]
Education
Posted inEducation, Local Government, State Government
Education Is a ‘State and Local Responsibility,’ Indiana Leaders say After Trump Order
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Indiana leaders this week welcomed an order from President Donald Trump intended to close the U.S. Department of Education, saying it will give the state more control over education and greater flexibility to spend federal funds. The long-expected step directs Secretary of Education Linda McMahon to “take all […]
Posted inLocal Government, Public Meetings
Gary June Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in June 2024: Meeting Calendar Gary Common Council The Common Council will be considering several major ordinances in June, including a $3.4 million spending plan for a citywide traffic light project and funding for small businesses. Date: Tuesday, June 4 and 18 Location: City Hall, […]
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Gary Public Schools Need More Teachers. Can the District Find Them?
In the nine years that GlenEva Dunham’s been president of the Gary Teachers Union, there has never been a teachers’ contract covering anything longer than a single school year — until now. A two-year contract for teachers within the Gary Community School Corporation was approved late last year, marking the first time in Dunham’s tenure […]
Posted inEnvironmental Justice
Inside Gary’s Battle Over a Planned Pollutant Waste Plant
This story was made possible, in part, by a grant from the Environmental and Epistemic Justice Initiative at Wake Forest University. A single, winding road stretching off of 35th Avenue is punctuated with a sign on each side. On one is the name of a school: Steel City Academy. Directly across, obscured among foot-tall reeds, […]
Posted inCommunity Spotlight
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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New Year, New Gary: Locals Share Hopes for City’s Future
As 2024 nears, Gary residents are buzzing with hopes and resolutions. From seasoned leaders to spirited teens, everyone’s got a dream for their city and themselves. Capital B Gary reached out to four Gary residents to hear what they’re looking forward to in the new year — and how they want to see their city […]