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Indiana Heat Alert: Heat Indices to Reach Dangerous Levels
Indianapolis, IN – Residents across Indiana are advised to prepare for a significant heat wave next week. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), above-average temperatures with heat indices between 95 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit are expected. Some areas may experience heat indices exceeding 100 degrees. These elevated temperatures...
Brian Haines balances work and firefighting schedule
Brian Haines has 35 years of firefighting in Kosciusko County under his belt and every time he thinks it is time to move on he finds a way to stay. Haines currently serves as an assistant fire chief at the Milford Volunteer Fire Department. “Every year I keep saying this...
Cass County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new K9
CASS COUNTY — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office announced this week the addition of a new K9 member to the department. Sheriff Richard J. Behnke announced the addition of “DD” – Dispatch Dog – a new K9 member provided by Cass County Animal Control. “This initiative aims to enhance the well-being of our dispatchers and […] The post Cass County Sheriff’s Office welcomes new K9 appeared first on Leader Publications.
Niles approves DART pay increase
NILES — Niles City Council approved a pay increase Monday for Dial-A-Ride Transportation drivers and dispatchers to $19 per hour, with such expense covered by DART’s budget. Niles DART serves the greater Niles-Buchanan area. Driver and dispatcher recruitment have been difficult for a number of years but has become increasingly difficult over the past three […] The post Niles approves DART pay increase appeared first on Leader Publications.
Midwest region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.43 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.37 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Midwest region has risen about 10 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.77 on Jan. 8, 2024,...
Dagwood loves to bask in the sunshine — and wouldn't mind a bite of his namesake sandwich
Even Mr. Dithers would want to adopt this Dagwood, a 2-year-old lab mix who also goes by the nickname "Daggy." Handsome and ready for adventure and fun, he's available for adoption at Pet Refuge in South Bend. Dagwood needs a home that will provide structure and training so his wonderful...
Another Notre Dame football season is just around the corner. Here's what you can expect
SOUTH BEND — Get ready. Get ready for a college football regular season like no other, one that culminates with a 12-team playoff. With a nod to the Southeastern Conference, this season just means more. For everybody. Finally. Notre Dame football to report to camp Tuesday and officially do...
South Bend man sentenced after $3 million housing authority fraud conviction
A South Bend man is facing more than 11 years in prison for stealing from the Housing Authority of South Bend. Albert Smith, 47, has been sentenced by United States District Court Senior Judge Jon E. DeGuilio after being found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud, six counts of bank fraud, two counts of wire fraud, and one count of federal program theft on November 1, 2023, following an eight-day jury trial, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.
Syracuse Man Receives 16 Years In Prison For Child Molesting
A Syracuse man will serve 16 years in prison for molesting a child. Thomas Allen Books II, 34, Syracuse, was charged with child molesting, a Level 3 felony, as a lesser included offense of a Level 1 felony. Three additional criminal charges were all dismissed as part of a plea agreement.
Dane Sweikar, Alexandria Syer capture Junior Metro golf titles at Studebaker
SOUTH BEND — Dane Sweikar shot a one-over 61 in his two trips around the par-30 Studebaker Golf Course Thursday to capture the 15-16 boys division of the Greater South Bend Junior Metro Golf Championships. Sweikar finished with a two-day total of two-under 118 to beat Owen McNally by 23 strokes. McNally shot 69 Thursday and finished at 141. ...
Notre Dame baseball adds Lucas Jones to its coaching staff
During his first two seasons with Notre Dame baseball, Shawn Stiffler has led the Irish to a 57-49 record. He knows this isn’t good enough for the program and with that made a move on Thursday to bolster his coaching staff. Lucas Jones was hired as an assistant coach as he will help on the infield along with base-running. Jones previously was at the University of Lynchburg, where he had been the head coach since 2017. He was extremely successful in his tenure, as he was named the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Coach of the Year in 2021. In 2023, Jones guided his team to a National Championship. 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗛 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗗! Stiffler Adds Lucas Jones to Staff 🔗 https://t.co/dGhfgS6lXl#GoIrish ☘️ pic.twitter.com/GA7CH5WlLV — Notre Dame Baseball (@NDBaseball) July 25, 2024 The hope is that Jones experience will help the Irish get over the hump and return back to the NCAA Tournament. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Mike on X: @MikeFChen
2025 four-star power forward recruit lists Notre Dame on final five
Notre Dame does not yet have a commit for its 2025 recruiting class. However, one four-star power forward recruit from Indianapolis could change that. We’ll just have to see. Brady Koehler, who attends Cathedral, has narrowed his choice to five schools, including the Irish. Also on the list are Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, Iowa and Northwestern. He has visits lined up with each school. Notre Dame’s visit, the third chronically on his itinerary, happening from Sept. 6 through Sept. 8. Koehler is listed as Indiana’s fourth-ranked recruit in the 2025 recruiting class according to 247Sports. That site also indicates that the Demon Deacons are the favorites to land him. However, Cathedral has also the Fighting Irish as its mascot along with the Blue and Gold as its colors, so maybe that’s an advantage for Micah Shrewsberry and his staff? Koehler is coming off a season in which he averaged 15.5 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.3 blocks a game. That will catch the attention of any college program. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on Twitter, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Geoffrey on Twitter: @gfclark89
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