• This month, the City of Gary is planning a big bash to celebrate the Jackson family on the weekend of Michael Jackson's birthday. Jackson family members, "Rush Hour" star Chris Tucker, Grammy winner Deniece Williams, the rapper Freddie Gibbs and DJ Kid Capri will take part in the star-studded 2300 Jackson Street Block Party.

• The event will be held from noon to 7 p.m. Aug. 29 and 30 at the former Roosevelt High School campus, 730 W. 25th Ave., not far from the ranch house where Joe and Katherine Jackson raised some of the most impactful and influential musical prodigies of the 20th century.

• Gary expects that a few thousand people will attend the inaugural celebration, and about 100 vendors a kids zone and food trucks will participate.

• Original Jackson 5 members Jackie and Marlo

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