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Hey there, Merrillville! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could your Merrillville household qualify for up to $500 in gas help?
  • Storm-hit Northwest Indiana families can tap new aid backed by Merrillville-based NIPSCO.

Also on today's calendar: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly cloudy and less humid, with a high of 66 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 67, low: 48.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 73 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• NIPSCO Reminds Eligible Customers of Energy Assistance Options Available Oct. 1 (wimsradio.com) — Merrillville-based NIPSCO is now accepting applications for several gas-bill assistance programs that can provide up to $500 in help for eligible households, seniors, and veterans. With winter heating costs approaching, local customers are urged to check their eligibility, apply early through NIPSCO.com or Community Action Agencies, and share the information with neighbors who may be struggling.
   

• Goodwill, Community Partners Help Northwest Indiana Families Recovering from Severe Storms – El Puente • Webelpuente.com (webelpuente.com) — Families in Northwest Indiana still recovering from recent severe storms can receive Goodwill gift cards and connections to free support programs, thanks to a partnership that includes Merrillville-based NIPSCO and the NiSource Charitable Foundation. More than 100 families will be selected based on need, with local nonprofits helping distribute aid and link residents to longer-term resources for rebuilding and stability.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Hi, my name is Trinity.
    I just moved from Virginia to Indiana. I'm looking for a warehouse job. I need a job to get my life started. I start community college in January. I… (Nextdoor Cleveland St)
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    At first, I thought loneliness would be the hardest part, but over time, I've come to realize that learning to enjoy solitude is also a part of… (Nextdoor Turkey Creek)
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🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Merrillville! 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: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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