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Business briefs: PNW hosting open houses

By Post-Tribune

October 11, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

News and events around the area

Five candidates vying for open Indiana Secretary of State seat
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By Anna Ortiz

October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

Candidates are describing this year’s secretary of state race as pivotal, with five individuals campaigning...

Saxiphonist Damico Brown performs at the Gary Metro Center Station as part of the Arts on the Move program, a partnership between the Gary Public Transportation Corporation and the Morning Bishop Theatre Playhouse, on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Replacing the downtown station has advanced to the next stage. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Gary Metro Station replacement advances with architect search

By Doug Ross

October 11, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

The Northwest Indiana Regional Development Authority is starting the search for an architect to replace...

Amethyst is a long-haired Chihuahua mix who will be adoptable in the near future. (Anna Ortiz/Post-Tribune)

More than 70 dogs, cats transferred to shelter after damage to Merrillville home

By Anna Ortiz

August 22, 2026 at 10:30 a.m.

Around 40 chihuahua mixes of all ages, some of which were pregnant and have varying...

Life jackets line the fence outside of the wave pool at Deep River Waterpark as workers prepare the water park for opening day this Friday, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

Deep River closed for season due to storm damage

By Post-Tribune

August 21, 2026 at 10:35 p.m.

Deep River Water Park in Merrillville announced that it was closing for the season a...

A U.S. Air Force Thunderbird F-16 Fighting Falcon flies over Gary/Chicago International Airport during a preview event for the upcoming Gary Air Show on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. (Kyle Telechan/for the Post-Tribune)

SSCVA may lose less money than anticipated on Gary Air Show cancellation

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By Michelle L. Quinn

August 21, 2026 at 8:07 p.m.

The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority will likely lose money on the Gary Air...

Ivy Tech wins OK for Workforce Pell Grant program

By Carole Carlson

August 21, 2026 at 5:38 p.m.

Ivy Tech Community College is the second school in the nation to win approval from...

Columnist Philip Potempa, left, with older sisters Carol, middle, and Pam, right, surround their mother Peggy Potempa during her 95th birthday dinner celebration at William B’s Steakhouse at Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, Indiana, to mark the Aug. 17, 2026, milestone memory. (Luke Miiller/provided)

From the Farm: Happy 95th birthday, Mom, and a tale of Wagyu beef

By Philip Potempa

August 21, 2026 at 5:26 p.m.

My 56th birthday on Aug. 13 seems “small potatoes” compared to my mom Peggy's 95th...

Gary resident Debbie Guzman stands near a hole in her back yard caused by her sewer system losing power and backing up from recent storms, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. (Kyle Telechan for the Post-Tribune)

Calumet Township residents hope power is restored soon as sewer concerns remain

By Christin Lazerus

August 21, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

Calumet Township residents haven’t inched closer to power restoration, but Lake County officials are trying...

A toppled power line hangs suspended over a pile of cut logs on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026 in Gary, Indiana. (Arthur Maiorella/baiduhai)

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun adds voice to those asking NIPSCO to speed up power restoration

By Post-Tribune

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August 21, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Tens of thousands of Northwest Indiana residents are entering a second weekend without power as...

Worship news: Veterans benefit, fellowship meals, ukuleles and more

By Post-Tribune

August 21, 2026 at 11:38 a.m.

Worship news from around the region.

People take photos and videos of the inaugural run of the South Shore Line’s new Monon Corridor route, March 31, 2026, at the Hammond Gateway Station in Hammond, Indiana. The South Shore Line is offering free rides Sept. 6 through Sept. 11 on all trains to NIPSCO workers, firefighters, law enforcement, doctors, nurses, EMTs paramedics and other personnel. (Antonio Perez/baiduhai)

South Shore Line offering free rides to NIPSCO workers, first responders

By Doug Ross

August 21, 2026 at 11:19 a.m.

The South Shore Line is offering free rides Sept. 6 through Sept. 11 on all...

Munster Town Hall (Christin Nance Lazerus/Post-Tribune)

Munster council approves emergency contracts to handle storm debris

By Michelle L. Quinn

August 21, 2026 at 4:54 p.m.

The Town Council at an emergency meeting Thursday afternoon voted unanimously — with Councilmen Dave...