General
the region
What does the region mean?
The northwest corner of Indiana near Chicago, home to steel mills and a Chicago-influenced accent.
"He grew up in the Region, right by the mills."
Origin
Short for the Calumet Region of northwest Indiana.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Region in Indiana?
It is the northwest corner of Indiana near Chicago, known for its steel mills and Chicago-influenced accent.
Why is it called the Region?
It is short for the Calumet Region of northwest Indiana.
Are people from the Region called anything?
Locals are sometimes called Region Rats, and they identify closely with Chicago despite being in Indiana.
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