Posts by Nicholas

The wide breadth of federal and local officials who heaped praise on the Gary Public Transit Corp.’s recent purchase of four electric buses served as a testament to the agency’s resilience as it stakes a claim as Northwest Indiana’s go-to bus service. Rebounding from the COVID-19 pandemic that reduced ridership, the GPTC finds itself charting […]

Indiana State Senator Eddie Melton appreciates the role of workforce development in improving the quality of life for residents. He stays engaged and up to date on programs and initiatives. He shows up and participates in discussions and strategic sessions that benefit the entire region. When gauging his interest on a second event to help […]

Although Father’s Day was last month, it’s always a good time to share news about individuals going above and beyond in service to others. The New Mount Moriah’s Love and Sunshine Ministry recognized five faithful and dedicated men this past Father’s Day. They were each showered with love in the form of Certificates of Appreciation […]

State Senator Eddie Melton (D-Gary) joined Governor Holcomb for the ceremonial bill signing of his economic development legislation, Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 434. Senator Melton’s economic development bill leverages new gaming revenue coming online in FY 2026 with local matching dollars to do the following: Establishes the Lake County Convention and Economic Development Fund to […]

Indiana State Sen. Eddie Melton, D-Gary, declared victory in the Democratic primary race for Gary Mayor on Tuesday night shortly after his opponent, incumbent Mayor Jerome Prince, called to concede. Unofficial vote tallies on Tuesday night showed Melton leading Prince by just under 18%. As the results rolled in, Melton addressed supporters at a campaign […]