A Merrillville Intermediate School teacher has been suspended with pay pending an investigation after telling students, “You all are acting like monkeys in a zoo,” according to Merrillville Community School Corporation Superintendent Dexter Suggs. The remark, which parents say was directed at a fifth-grade class on Feb. 24, sparked outrage at Tuesday’s Merrillville School Board […]
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Where to Find Free Meals and Turkeys in Gary for Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, several organizations in Gary and the surrounding areas are stepping up to ensure no one goes without a meal. Looking for a savory Thanksgiving meal or a turkey to cook for the holiday? Capital B Gary has you covered. Here’s a list of locations in Gary and nearby areas offering free meals […]
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How People Voted in Lake County: A Visual Breakdown of Key Election Trends
Lake County, long a Democratic stronghold in deep-red Indiana, shows signs of a rightward shift. In the latest election, fewer residents across nearly every municipality voted Democratic, while President-elect Donald Trump made notable gains, even in historically blue cities and towns. Once a reliable base for Democratic candidates, Lake County’s changing political landscape raises questions […]
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From Fashionista to Entrepreneur: Gary Business Owner Builds Her Dream Boutique
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 […]