PinnedKorry ShepardThe BinzenhofTheodore “Teddy” Binzen, the founder of the Binzenhof, was one of Gary, Indiana’s first long-term businessmen.May 22, 20221May 22, 20221
PinnedKorry ShepardThe Ghosts of Lake CountyMy understanding of the Gary Mayoral Election of 1967Oct 4, 2021Oct 4, 2021
Korry ShepardIndiana’s “Upstate Slayer”: Part ThreeRead parts one and two at the following links:1h ago1h ago
Korry ShepardJoliet Cut-Off RemnantsThere’s another less talked about railroad line that was abandoned in Gary. It ran from Lake Station (East Gary), IN, to Joliet, IL. It is…Dec 31, 2023Dec 31, 2023
Korry ShepardWabash 4th District RemnantsI got off work super early one day this December. The sun was barely up, shining a dull amber hue over everything. I pay attention to the…Dec 29, 2023Dec 29, 2023
Korry ShepardGary’s Forgotten RacismIn 1911, Tolleston was the epitome of growth.Nov 30, 2023Nov 30, 2023
Korry ShepardGary’s Fellowship GardensFellowship Gardens was a public housing project built in Gary, Indiana. The name is an alternative religious iteration of “friendship…Sep 17, 2023Sep 17, 2023
