Region congressman hosting constituent public forums next week

U.S. Rep. Frank J. Mrvan, D-Highland, is hosting seven community forums next week, and a Jan. 30 online forum, to hear about issues directly from his constituents and to highlight how his office may be able to help with a variety of federal government concerns.

The hour-long sessions with the two-term congressman are free and scheduled for locations across Indiana's 1st Congressional District of Lake, Porter and northwest LaPorte counties.

"Please join me at a community forum near you for a congressional update on my actions to grow the Northwest Indiana economy with more good-paying jobs," Mrvan said.

"I also look forward to hearing about any issues of concern, including should you or a loved one need any assistance securing deserved benefits from federal agencies, such as Veterans Affairs, Social Security and Medicare. My office is here to serve you."

The congressman's forums scheduled for Friday, Jan. 26 are set for:

10-11 a.m. — Michigan City — City Hall Council Chambers, 100 E. Michigan Blvd.

12-1 p.m. — Valparaiso — City Hall Council Chambers, 166 Lincolnway.

2-3 p.m. — Portage — City Hall Council Chambers, 6070 Central Ave.

4-5 p.m. — Crown Point — Bulldog Park, 183 S. West St.

The forums set for Saturday, Jan. 27 are:

10-11 a.m. — Gary — Police Headquarters, 555 Polk St.

12-1 p.m. — Hammond — Public Library, 564 State St.

2-3 p.m. — Highland — Wicker Park Social Center, 2215 Ridge Rd.

Finally, a virtual forum open to all residents of Northwest Indiana will take place from 12-1 p.m. Jan. 30 through the congressman's YouTube page: youtube.com/@RepMrvan.