Press Releases

For Immediate Release January 2, 2023 Mayor Melton Appoints New Member to GCSC Board GARY, IN (January 2, 2024) — Gary Mayor Eddie Melton has announced his appointment to the Gary Community School Corporation’s board. The newly appointed individual is Glenn Johnson, a seasoned corporate executive, entrepreneur and former president of Lake Ridge New Tech’s […]

MEDIA ADVISORY For Immediate Release   December 19, 2023 Comedian Mike Epps and Mayor-Elect Eddie Melton host sneaker giveaway for local Boys & Girls Clubs members The holiday sneaker giveaway is a private event for families selected by Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana.   GARY, IN (DECMBER 19, 2023) — Celebrated comedian and actor Mike […]

MEDIA ADVISORY For Immediate Release December 18, 2023 Mayor-Elect Melton responds to sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel Corporation GARY, IN  —  As Mayor-Elect of Gary, Indiana, I have been closely monitoring the situation since the announcement of U.S. Steel’s potential sale this summer. I received a call from U.S. Steel representatives early this […]

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release December 14, 2023 Mayor-Elect Melton announces new police and fire chiefs Incoming leaders to focus on increasing city safety through collaboration and emergency preparedness GARY, IN (DECMBER 14, 2023) — Mayor-elect Eddie Melton announced new leadership for City of Gary’s fire and police departments today. Derrick Cannon, Sr., who has served […]

GARY, IN (NOVEMBER 20, 2023) – This Thanksgiving, mayor-elect Eddie Melton has teamed up  with a church, an urban farm, a healthcare provider, and a community organization to help families  in need. As a result, Melton’s 5th Annual Turkey Giveaway will take place on Tuesday, November  21st from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at RailCats […]