Janis R. Powell - State Farm Agent

Praying for our city! So many of our customers are STILL without power!! Now that our agency power has been restored please know that our customers are welcome to stop by to charge devices, cool down, grab a snack or just talk through these trying times! We are here and we understand!

OUR OFFICE POWER HAS BEEN RESTORED!! However we are still without internet! We will be open tomorrow!

TODAY!!

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TODAY!!

🍽️ FREE MEAL DISTRIBUTION TODAY! 🍽️

📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026

📍Walmart: 1555 US-41, Schererville, IN 46375
📍8751 Lions Club Dr, Munster, IN 46321
📍Walmart: 6087 US Highway 6, Portage, IN 46368

🕛 LUNCH: Noon until we run out

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Gary, WE'RE OUTSIDE! 🔥❤️
No power won't stop the love. We're cooking fresh on the patio TODAY 10AM–3PM.
🔥 $10 Power Deals
🔥 $15 Menu
🔥 $5 Biscuit Sandwich
2601 Broadway | Pull up while supplies last!
LOVE FINDS A WAY. ❤️

NO POWER DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN NO PROTECTION 🚨

Northwest Indiana, we are now 5 days into power outages in some areas, and unfortunately, concerns about break-ins, vehicle theft and safety after dark are growing.

With streetlights out, homes dark and some security systems/Wi-Fi cameras potentially offline, please take a few extra precautions to protect yourself, your family and your property.

🔦 LIGHT UP WHAT YOU CAN
Use battery-operated or solar lights near doors, windows and walkways. Motion-activated solar lights can also help discourage someone from approaching your home unnoticed.

🚪 PHYSICALLY CHECK YOUR DOORS & WINDOWS
Don’t rely on your alarm to tell you something is open. Before dark, walk through your home and manually check every exterior door, window and sliding door. Use a dowel or sturdy bar in sliding-door tracks if needed.

🏠 DON’T FORGET THE GARAGE
If your garage door opener has no power, make sure the door is actually closed and secured. If you’ve disengaged the automatic opener to operate it manually, remember that it may need to be manually locked.

🚗 SECURE YOUR VEHICLES
Lock your doors, close all windows and remove valuables, garage remotes, purses, bags and anything that could attract attention. If possible, park close to the house or in a well-lit area. Keep your keys/key fobs away from exterior doors and windows.

📱 KEEP YOUR PHONE CHARGED
Use portable power banks and conserve your battery. Make sure everyone in the home knows where flashlights are located. Avoid candles when possible because of the fire risk.

👀 LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER
Check on your neighbors—especially seniors and people living alone. If you see unfamiliar vehicles repeatedly circling, people checking car doors or suspicious activity around homes, don’t confront them. Get to a safe location and contact law enforcement.

⚠️ IF YOU HEAR SOMETHING OUTSIDE
You do not need to go outside to investigate. Stay inside, secure yourself and your family, turn on whatever lights you have available and call 911 if you believe someone is attempting to enter your home or vehicle.

And one more thing: don’t post publicly that your home is empty or that you’ve left town because of the outage.

These outages have been frustrating and exhausting enough. Let’s be intentional about keeping ourselves—and each other—safe until the lights come back on. ❤️

Stay alert. Stay connected. Stay safe.

🚨 ATTENTION STATE FARM CUSTOMERS — CATASTROPHE CUSTOMER CARE SITES ARE NOW OPEN 🚨

Following the severe weather that recently impacted Northwest Indiana, additional Catastrophe Customer Care Sites have been established to provide in-person support for State Farm policyholders. ❤️

📍 VALPARAISO
McCool Road Site
794 McCool Rd, Valparaiso, IN

📍 SCHERERVILLE
Lowe’s Home Improvement
637 US Hwy 41, Schererville, IN

🗓️ OPEN: Monday–Saturday
⏰ Hours: 7:00 AM–6:00 PM CT

These locations are open as of Friday, August 14, 2026, and will have Auto and Fire claims personnel available to assist policyholders with a variety of needs, including:

• Claim questions and inquiries
• Claim settlements
• Claim resolution
• Additional support following the recent storms

If you or someone you know has been affected by the severe weather, please know that help is available locally. ❤️

Please share this information with friends, family, and neighbors who may need assistance. 🙏

Stay safe, Northwest Indiana!