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Hello Schererville! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How storms left all of Schererville in the dark Tuesday.

Also on today's calendar: 8/18- Schererville, IN- Riviera Nights.

Today's riddle: Where is the worst place to hide in a hospital ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 79 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 79, low: 69.
  • Saturday: A thunderstorm; warmer, humid, with a high of 89 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• 1 dead after possible house explosion in Portage, Indiana (nbcchicago.com) — Schererville residents were left completely without power Tuesday as severe storms tore through northwest Indiana, toppling lines and blocking roads. Nearby Portage suffered especially catastrophic damage, with one person killed, a home leveled, and schools canceling their first day while officials assess safety and coordinate recovery.
   

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  • Any updates with restoring power?
    It's 2026, you would think power outages shouldn't still be happening! You charge enough; time for a revamp! (Nextdoor Deer Trail Villas)
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Cashier in Schererville. Apply here.
  • Hooters, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager in Schererville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Schererville here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • NWI communities start process of digging out of widespread storm damage (chicagotribune.com)
  • Governor Braun to assess storm damage, Provide resources, Thank first responders (wbiw.com)

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  • Chicago-area severe weather: Power outages, gas shortages lead to long lines at gas stations in Illinois, Indiana (abc7chicago.com)
  • Service Update – Monon Corridor service to be restored Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 (mysouthshoreline.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: In the ICU (Thank you Donna M. for sending it in!)
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