A Happy New Year Message to Merrillville Residents
January 1, 2026
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As we welcome the New Year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what was truly a strong and positive year for the
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Media Reports Reference Merrillville in ICE Processing Center Map
December 31, 2025
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The Town of Merrillville is aware of a Washington Post article, as well as a subsequent front-page story in today’s (December 31) NWI Times, reporting that
Honored to Serve As Merrillville Town Council President for 2026
December 23, 2025
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Tonight, I was deeply honored to be elected by my fellow Merrillville Town Council members to serve as Town Council President for 2026. This marks my seventh
Why New Development Doesn’t Automatically Increase Merrillville’s General Fund Dollars
December 4, 2025
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A common question we hear is: “With all this new development happening in Merrillville, shouldn’t the town be collecting a lot more property tax money?”
New Merrillville PD Contract Approved
November 13, 2025
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The Town Council reaffirmed its commitment to public safety on Tuesday by approving one of Indiana’s most pro-police collective bargaining agreements from this year. Following
Merrillville Joins Marine Corps’ Toys for Tots Drive – Let’s Make the Holidays Brighter
November 12, 2025
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At this time of year, our community always shows what makes Merrillville special — neighbors looking out for one another and coming together to lift
