Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
Good morning, Merrillville.
🏘️ Community
Special Olympics Indiana joined the Indiana Disability Alliance on Monday, Oct.
5 to boost support for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities; the coalition will work with local groups in Northwest Indiana to protect home and community-based services.
NIPSCO has opened energy assistance programs to support local customers with high bills.
Customers can apply for the Hardship Program, SERV (for veterans), or SILVER (for seniors) program.
💼 Business
Jack in the Box will open its first Northwest Indiana restaurant in Hammond soon, offering its West Coast fast-food menu & quick service to local diners.
🎓 Education
School boards in Merrillville, Hammond, Gary, Griffith, and Porter will meet this week; meeting times and locations vary by district.
Check local board announcements for details.
Three Northwest Indiana schools have earned Blue Ribbon recognition for academic excellence among 16 statewide.
The program (which honors outstanding academic performance) underscores the schools' commitment to student success.
🏥 Health
This year's Walk to End Alzheimer's event drew over 1,000 participants and raised nearly $1 million for research, care and support services for families.
Organizers said the fundraiser will continue to boost local support for those affected by the disease.
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