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Thursday: Peeks of sunshine, with a high of 70 and low of 52 degrees.
Friday: Clouds breaking for some sun, temps: high: 67, low: 50.
Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Northwest Indiana residents receive storm assistance at Gary 'one-stop shop' (chicagotribune.com) — Merrillville residents hit by the August 11 derecho are turning to FEMA, state agencies, and the SBA for help with costly home and property repairs. A "one-stop shop" in Gary is offering in-person assistance with FEMA appeals, low-interest loans, temporary housing, and other recovery resources for Lake County and Northwest Indiana residents still struggling to rebuild.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Sometimes life gets quiet, and you realize you're ready to share it with someone again. I'm at a point in my life where I value peace, honesty, and genuine connection more than anything else. I'd love to meet someone who is kind,… (Nextdoor Lincoln Gardens)
Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Merrillville. Apply here.
Kohl's posted a job opening for Part Time / Full Time Store Cleaning & Operations Associate in Merrillville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Merrillville here.
🗞 Nearby News
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Powers Health Oncology Rehabilitation programs earn Center of Excellence Accreditation from PORi (greatnews.life)
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Horizon Bank helps those in need across Northern Indiana for Horizon Cares Day 2026 (greatnews.life)
University of Chicago Medicine to expand in Northwest Indiana with 43,500-square-foot medical care facility in Valparaiso (newswise.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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