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Road Closure Notice – Sheffield Avenue Water Main Repair

The 1700 block of Sheffield Avenue will be closed beginning at 6:00 a.m. Thursday, September 10, for an emergency water main repair.

Traffic will be detoured using Matteson Avenue, Lake Street and Monticello Drive. Local access to 215th Street and Carnation Avenue will remain available.

Dyer Construction will complete the repairs with assistance from Dyer Public Works. Please use caution and follow posted detours.

2026 Primary Election – Early Voting Information

🗳️ 2026 Primary Election – Early Voting Information

Early voting for the 2026 Primary is now available across multiple locations in Lake County. Voters can cast their ballots ahead of Election Day at convenient sites throughout the area.

📍 Early Voting Dates:
April 7, 2026 through noon on May 4, 2026

🕘 Hours (most locations):

  • Monday–Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🗓️ Special Hours:

  • Saturday, April 25 & May 2: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Monday, May 4: 9:00 AM – Noon

The Lake County Board of Elections office has slightly extended weekday hours and additional availability.

📍 Locations include:

  • East Chicago Westside Early Learning School (new location)
  • Gary Public Library – Main
  • Hammond County Courthouse
  • Hobart Maria Reiner Center
  • Crown Point (Board of Elections Office)
  • Lowell, Munster, Schererville Town Halls
  • St. John Township Assessor’s Office
  • Wicker Park Breezeway (Highland)
  • Winfield Government Complex

🔗 For full details, updates, and voter resources, visit:<

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