Dear Respected Residents of the Town of Merrillville,As we gather around our tables with family and friends, I am reminded of the profound gratitude I feel for each and every one of you, the heart and soul of our vibrant community. On this special Thanksgiving Day, I want to take a moment to express my... Continue Reading →
State Road 53 (Broadway) to close for rail work in Merrillville.I am so happy to report that the Canadian National Railway plans to close State Road 53/Broadway at their railroad crossing between 66th Pl and Carolyn Dr beginning on or after Friday, November 10. State Road 53 will be closed for approximately one week in this location... Continue Reading →
As my mailer above reads, I understand that accomplishing goals requires collaboration with multiple individuals and organizations to benefit everyone, and my actions over the past four years reflect this understanding. I am both humbled and honored to be endorsed by the United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America, the Merrillville Lodge 186 Fraternal... Continue Reading →
Concepts continue to be formed for the Merrillville Momentum Comprehensive Plan, the Town is seeking feedback from residents to help the plan take shape. An open house is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 5 at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center, 6600 Broadway. The community is invited to attend to learn about... Continue Reading →
The Dean and Barbara White Community Center was the hottest spot in Town on Thursday, and it had nothing to do with the weather. Hundreds of job seekers attended Merrillville’s 3rd annual job fair, which featured more than 75 businesses and organizations from Merrillville and Northwest Indiana. “Companies from A to Z, well really, A... Continue Reading →
Pictured above from left to right, Councilman Richard Hardaway, MHS graduate Christian Sabbath, Andrean graduate Victoria Piskol, MHS graduate Janiya Milton and Town Council President Rick Bella at the Legacy Foundation Scholarship Awards Dinner on June 8, 2023.I had the honor to sit with some of the 4 high school senior scholarship award recipients of... Continue Reading →
A new multi-unit retail development is bringing excitement, jobs, and a significant investment to the community.Officials gathered on Friday to break ground for the new Mississippi Crossings project that will house Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Crumbl Cookies, and American Mattress. Region Contractors is handling the construction of the 7,500-square-foot facility at 1600 E. 79th Ave., which... Continue Reading →
As Merrillville Intermediate School students helped preside over Tuesday’s Town Council meeting, Town leadership made another commitment to the youth of the community. The Town Council agreed to sell a 3-acre parcel to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana so the organization can build a permanent location for youth activities in town.... Continue Reading →
Juneteenth Celebration June 17th Save the Date of June 17th for this year's Juneteenth Freedom Festival. The Saturday event is from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. at the Dean and Barbara White Community Center at 6600 Broadway. Performing this year will be DJ T. Black, who will provide music and serve as the MC for... Continue Reading →
It’s Election Day in Indiana today. The municipal elections, or positions for Cities and Towns. City Mayors, City and Town Council seats, Clerk-Treasurers, and Judges are all elected today. It is a busy day for our county election office and a long day for those on the ballot.Most, like me (and I am unopposed!), lay... Continue Reading →