Over 22,000 homes in Gary remain without power days after historic storms hit northwest Indiana, as NIPSCO’s restoration timeline keeps slipping and residents grow weary. Local churches and community groups are stepping in to feed families like Lisa Bryant’s, who lost all refrigerated food and can’t afford generators. Pastors say hunger and job losses are mounting as businesses shutter or run on backup power — with the Chamber of Commerce confirming utilities are prioritizing homes over commercial outlets. Mayor Eddie Melton announced a $100,000 donation from Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana to directly aid residents with essentials like food, water, and hygiene items. Despite incremental progress, frustration simmers as people just want their lights back — and their lives to return to normal.
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