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Hi there, Gary! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Jaafar Jackson's key to the city of Gary means so much
  • How one fundraiser aims to send winter relief directly to Gary
  • How a two-bedroom Gary home launched Jackie Jackson's global career

Also on today's calendar: Gary SouthShore RailCats vs. Sioux City Explorers and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and delightful, temps: high: 77, low: 58.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Jaafar Jackson shares essentials and 'Michael' memories for GQ Middle East (mjvibe.com) — Jaafar Jackson highlights how receiving a key to the city of Gary where the Jackson family story began, became one of his most treasured keepsakes. He recalls screening the film "Michael" for Gary residents alongside his father and uncles, while also sharing other personal essentials and memories in a GQ Middle East feature.
   

• Melissa Doyle's GoFundMe Profile (gofundme.com) — A new GoFundMe campaign is seeking donations to send direct relief to Gary alongside aid for Puerto Rico and support for the organizer's broader service work. Funds would help buy tents for people experiencing homelessness, assemble care packages, and cover campaign-related fees so these efforts can begin within about thirty days.
   

• The Complete Guide to Jackie Jackson's Biography (crlmag.com subscription) — Jackie Jackson's life story begins in a modest house on Jackson Street in Gary where his family's musical journey first took shape. The piece traces his rise from local talent shows and Gary nightclubs to global fame with the Jackson 5, solo projects, business ventures, and decades of philanthropy and performance.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My lights are ON.
    THANK YOU THE MEN AND WOMEN + (OUT- OF-TOWNERS) OF NIPSCO. I been in the DARK for 10 Days. I appreciate yall, you are my Hero, thank you. (Nextdoor Garfield St)
  • Friday Flyday
    This morning is cool and fairly clear. The beach is quiet (#1). Thursday's sunset featured clouds that morphed through a variety of colors (#2 - 5,… (Nextdoor Miller Beach)
  • Goodwill of Michiana, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager - Griffith - FT in Griffith. Apply here.
  • Manpower posted a job opening for Shipping Clerk in Highland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gary here.

🗞 Nearby News

Griffith

  • Indiana Gov. Mike Braun adds voice to those asking NIPSCO to speed up power restoration (chicagotribune.com)

Hobart

  • NIPSCO's latest outage numbers; Gary mayor provides update at WGN (wgntv.com)
  • Gary storm victims fill generators at a gas station, watch DVDs in their car, eat hot lunch at a school (wbez.org)
  • Thousands Remain Without Power in Northwest Indiana as NIPSCO Faces Class-Action Lawsuit After Severe Storms – [your]NEWS (yournews.com)

East Chicago

  • VIDEO: 'Survival mode': Indiana residents endure a ninth day without power (vernonreporter.com)
  • Gary Residents Have Been Without Power For 10 Days. Here's How You Can Help (blockclubchicago.org)

Ok Gary! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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