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Chicago Tribune
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
New Jackson 5 mural in Miller kicks off public art expansion
Gary officials hope the unveiling of a new Jackson 5 mural in Gary's Miller neighborhood on Friday will serve as a catalyst for more public art to pop up across the city. The new mural, located on the north side of the Vogue Cleaners building at 610 S. Lake St., replaces one elsewhere on Lake Street that was removed in 2018 due to deterioration. East Chicago artist Felix 'Flex' Maldonado painted the mural. His artwork can be seen around Gary — 'We Are Gary' at the city's main library, performing arts students at West Side Leadership Academy, and he painted St. Mary of the Lake's 'The Ascension,' based on a design by Filipino artist Edgardo De Guzman — as well as Hammond, East Chicago, Crown Point and in the southeast suburbs in Illinois. In 2016, Maldonado painted a large Jackson 5 mural on a former bank building at 5th and Broadway, but it was torn down in 2020 as part of a blight elimination effort. 'The Jackson family's music helped define a generation — and it all started right here in Gary,' said Maldonado in a Gary press release. 'I wanted this new mural to feel alive, so that people can connect with the joy and pride this city feels for them. It's not just art — it's a celebration of legacy.' Gary Mayor Eddie Melton marked the occasion by announcing more public art projects over the next two years, including working with artist Ish Muhammad on three new murals that will be located around the downtown Broadway corridor. The murals will feature Gary musical icons Deniece Williams, the Jackson Family, and Vivian Carter from Vee-Jay Records. The city also plans to collaborate with Indiana University Northwest School of Arts students/alumni who will paint a series of murals that will tell the story and history of Gary and some of its most influential citizens at the former Sears Building on Broadway. The effort is following in the footsteps of the Lake Effect project that was launched in 2013 and brought around 40 artists to the Miller Beach Arts & Creative District to transform 19 walls and alleys into canvases. Local residents kept pushing for the restoration of the Jackson 5 mural, so Karren and Pat Lee initiated efforts to commission a new mural and helped fund it along with Tom and Sylvia Collins. 'Gary has always been a city of heart and soul, and we owe so much to the Jackson family for the precious cultural heritage they've given us,' said Mayor Eddie Melton in a statement. 'My administration is strongly committed to creating opportunities for public art and supporting talented artists like Felix Maldonado who bring these visions to life. This new mural will support our local businesses along Lake Street while giving visitors another compelling reason to discover Gary as the premier beachfront destination in Northwest Indiana.'
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Forecast: Ottawa County will have a milder, warmer weekend
Ottawa County can expect a milder, sunnier weekend, with temperatures forecast between 32 and 56 degrees, according to data from AccuWeather. You can search for more information on hourly, daily and monthly weather forecasts and current air quality conditions here. Here's a breakdown of the weekend forecast for Ottawa County: Friday's forecast has a high of 48 degrees, a low of 32 degrees and clear skies at night. Expect the daytime temperature to feel four degrees warmer, at 52 degrees. Throughout the day, winds will be blowing north-northwest at 10.4 miles per hour. Friday's forecasted high is below average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for April 11 is 55 degrees. This internationally agreed-upon average represents climate data from 1991-2020 and is recalculated every 10 years. The forecasted low is three degrees cooler than the established normal of 35 degrees for this time of year. Ottawa County saw a record-breaking temperature high for April 11 in 1945 at 79 degrees and a record-breaking low in 1973 at 12 degrees. Holland in Photos: Hollander creates Michigan-themed trivia game Yoopers and Trolls Saturday is forecasted to have a high of 51 degrees, a low of 41 degrees and partial clouds at night. Expect the daytime temperature to feel six degrees warmer, at 57 degrees. Throughout the day, winds will be blowing southwest at 5.8 miles per hour. Saturday's forecasted high is below average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for April 12 is 55 degrees. This internationally agreed-upon average represents climate data from 1991-2020 and is recalculated every 10 years. The forecasted low is five degrees warmer than the established normal of 36 degrees for this time of year. Ottawa County saw a record-breaking temperature high for April 12 in 1979 at 76 degrees and a record-breaking low in 1975 of 19 degrees. Sunday is forecasted to have a high of 59 degrees, a low of 48 degrees and clouds and breeze at night. Expect the daytime temperature to feel four degrees cooler, at 55 degrees. Throughout the day, winds will be blowing south at 12.7 miles per hour. Results: Holland's favorite place for Easter brunch has great waterfront views Sunday's forecasted high is above average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for April 13 is 56 degrees. This internationally agreed-upon average represents climate data from 1991-2020 and is recalculated every 10 years. The forecasted low is 12 degrees warmer than the established normal of 36 degrees for this time of year. Ottawa County saw a record-breaking temperature high for April 13 in 2023 at 77 degrees and a record low in 1950 at 19 degrees. In Michigan, daily weather forecasts can be unreliable at times due to the volatile nature of Lake Effect — cold air passing over warm water that causes extreme low or high temperatures — and lack of weather-measuring coverage in the state, according to Dr. Jeffrey Andresen, the State Climatologist for Michigan. The USA TODAY Network is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across Michigan, generated with data from AccuWeather. Please leave any feedback or corrections for this story here. This story was written by Ozge Terzioglu. Our News Automation and AI Team would like to hear from you. Take this survey and share your thoughts with us. This article originally appeared on The Holland Sentinel: Weekend weather forecast for Ottawa County April 11-13
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Chilly days ahead: See Lenawee, Monroe and Hillsdale County weekend forecast here
Lenawee, Monroe and Hillsdale county can expect mostly sunny and mild week ahead, with temperatures forecast at a range of 34 to 74 degrees, according to data from AccuWeather. You can search for more information on hourly, daily, monthly weather forecasts and current air quality conditions for your location at here. Need help deciding whether to cozy up next to the fireplace or embrace the cold outside this weekend? Here's a breakdown of the weekend forecast for Southeast Michigan. Friday is forecast to have a high of 72 degrees with a low of 55 degrees and a shower and t-storm late at night. Expect the daytime temperature to feel two degrees cooler at 70 degrees. Throughout the day, winds will be blowing south-southeast at 11.5 miles per hour. Friday's forecast high is above average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for March 14 is 46 degrees. Dust and dander: Indoor dust and dander levels will be high. Actions to control indoor dust and dander are recommended. Hair frizz: Some frizz is possible, especially for people with naturally curly or wavy hair. Saturday is forecast to have a high of 74 degrees with a low of 43 degrees, with some rain in the forecast. Expect the daytime temperature to feel four degrees cooler at 70 degrees. Along with the milder temperatures, there could be moderate rain during the day, with less than an inch expected. Throughout the day, wind will be blowing south southwest at 20.7 miles per hour. Saturday's forecast high is above average for this time of year. The 30-year average maximum temperature for March 15 is 46 degrees. The forecast low is 17 degrees hotter than the established normal of 26 degrees for this time of year. Despite the warm temperatures, the record daily high of 77, set in 1990, should be safe. Dust and dander: Indoor dust and dander levels will be low. Hair frizz: Light frizz and flyaway hair are possible for frizz-prone hair. The temps drop Sunday, as the forecast high is just 45 degrees with a low of 26 degrees with partly cloudy skies. Expect the daytime temperature to feel six degrees cooler at 39 degrees. There will be light rain during the day, and a gusty wind blowing east at 16.1 miles per hour. Dust and dander: Indoor dust and dander levels will be low. Hair frizz: Some frizz is possible, especially for people with naturally curly or wavy hair. Monday is forecast to have a high of 51 degrees with a low of 36 degrees under clear skies. Expect the daytime temperature to feel four degrees cooler at 47 degrees. Throughout the day, wind will be blowing west southwest at 10.4 miles per hour. Dust and dander: Indoor dust and dander levels will be high. Actions to control indoor dust and dander are recommended. Hair frizz: Light frizz and flyaway hair are possible for frizz-prone hair. In Michigan, daily weather forecasts can be unreliable at times due to the volatile nature of Lake Effect—cold air passing over warm water that causes extreme low or high temperatures—and lack of weather-measuring coverage in the state, according to Dr. Jeffrey Andresen, the State Climatologist for Michigan. The USA TODAY Network is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across Michigan, generated with data from AccuWeather. Please leave any feedback or corrections for this story here. This story was written by Ozge Terzioglu. This article originally appeared on The Daily Telegram: Weekend weather forecast for Lenawee, Monroe and Hillsdale County
