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American Legion Riders Post 104 participates in legacy run
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – American Legion Riders Post 104 participated in the Department of Indiana legacy run. Motorcycle riders, from all areas of the state, drove to Indianapolis together to raise money. Post 104 is one of the more active posts in Indiana, according to Rider Director Norris...
Indiana Attorney General Leads 17-State Coalition Defending Ex-Brownsburg Teacher's Religious Rights Against Pronoun Policy
Attorney General Todd Rokita is forging an alliance with counterparts in 17 states, taking a stance on what he views as the protection of religious liberty in the workplace. The case centers around John Kluge, a former Brownsburg High School teacher whose resignation was prompted by the school's demand he adhere to using the preferred pronouns of transgender students, a requirement conflicting with his personal beliefs. According to an official report from the State of Indiana, Rokita and the other attorneys general are urging the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to overrule a lower court's decision which held that accommodating Kluge's religious convictions posed an "undue hardship" for the school.
St. Joseph County announces maintenance work along Jackson Road
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- NIPSCO has announced that starting July 29, they will be beginning to perform maintenance work along Jackson Road between Ironwood Road and Grass Road. This work will require Jackson Road to reduce to a single lane of traffic. Work is expected to be completed through August...
'Hometown Days' festival happening July 26-28 in New Carlisle
NEW CARLISLE, Ind. -- The summer festival tradition in New Carlisle, 'Hometown Days' is taking place from July 26 to 28 at New Carlisle Memorial Park. The events take place all three days throughout the course of the festival and organizers are hoping to provide family-friendly fun throughout the weekend.
The Humane Society of St. Joseph County seeking donations after washing machines break
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. (WSBT) — The Humane Society of St Joseph County needs your help to fill an urgent need. The Mishawaka location is right now operating without a washer to clean linens. You can help by donating towels and blankets or donating money to help repair the...
A Balanced Life Leading to Bright Outcomes for Nadia Paul ’25 DNP, MSN, ACNP-BC, FHM
Nadia Paul’s ’25 DNP, MSN, ACNP-BC, FHM, journey to Valparaiso University’s doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program began unexpectedly. “I was interviewing a candidate for a nurse practitioner position, and I noticed she had graduated from Valpo’s bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) to DNP program. She was very prepared both clinically and professionally,” Nadia recalls. This serendipitous encounter sparked Nadia’s interest in Valpo, leading her to explore our offerings further.
Experts from across the globe convene at fourth annual Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit, seeking to promote and depolarize religious liberty
Since its inception in 2020, Notre Dame Law School’s Religious Liberty Initiative has worked globally to promote and defend freedom of religion or belief for all people, regardless of their faith background. Each year, the initiative hosts the Notre Dame Religious Liberty Summit, bringing together expert global scholars, advocates, government officials, and faith leaders for robust discussions on complex global religious liberty issues and the future of religious freedom on the worldwide stage.
Newsstand: ESPN reveals Notre Dame football’s biggest weakness entering the fall
ESPN revealed Notre Dame football's biggest weakness entering 2024. Check out their latest analysis on the Fighting Irish. The post Newsstand: ESPN reveals Notre Dame football’s biggest weakness entering the fall appeared first on On3.
How does Notre Dame football's two-deep roster project ahead of fall training camp?
SOUTH BEND — As Notre Dame football prepares to open fall training camp on July 31, transfer stopgaps dot the two-deep roster of third-year coach Marcus Freeman. From quarterback Riley Leonard (Duke) and a trio of wideouts on offense to nickelback Jordan Clark (Arizona State) and Rod Heard II (Northwestern) in the defensive secondary, Notre Dame shopped wisely and efficiently in the transfer portal.
2026 ATH Simeon Caldwell Returning to Notre Dame After Loving First Visit
Camp season is always important for rising sophomores and 2026 Bolles School (Fla.) athlete Simeon Caldwell took full advantage. The four-star prospect hit the road to the Midwest to camp at Michigan and Ohio State, which were important stops for him to get a feel for each coaching staff.
Notre Dame Football’s Best Quarterback Room Yet: Heisman Hopeful Riley Leonard and Talented Roster
Notre Dame's quarterback room is considered the most competent in a long time, with all 4 quarterbacks capable of leading the team to victory by making big-time throws, a rarity in college football. Steve Angeli is currently favored heading into camp, but others could challenge him. Riley Leonard is predicted to have a standout season, possibly finishing top 8 in the Heisman Trophy rankings, with high passing and rushing yardage as well as multiple touchdowns. The expectation is that every quarterback on the roster will throw a touchdown this season, showcasing the depth and talent in the position.
Notre Dame football star has been 'training for this exact moment'
The Notre Dame football team expects to have a very good 2024 season. While the defense is likely to lead the way, the offense is going to be incredibly important. Especially against the few power opponents on its schedule. The Irish will need Riley Leonard to really get the offense...
Counting Down The Irish – No. 9 RB-Jeremiyah Love
It took a couple blinks of the eye during summer conditioning and then shortly after the Irish put the pads on late last July for the Notre Dame offensive coaching staff to come to the realization that freshman Jeremiyah Love – the four-star, top 100, multi-faceted athlete out of St. Louis – would be in the mix with the No. 1 unit when the 2023 season opened in Dublin.
Will Notre Dame make the College Football Playoff? Breaking down the betting odds
Notre Dame has made progress in the Marcus Freeman era, but the Fighting Irish are entering the 2024 season with firm College Football Playoff expectations. This will be Freeman’s third season as Notre Dame’s head coach. Overall, Notre Dame is 19-7 in Freeman’s first 2 seasons. The Irish were 10-3 last season after winning their bowl game. Looking ahead to this fall, Notre Dame is favored to make the College Football Playoff according to most sports betting apps.
Notre Dame football commit hints at efforts to flip WR target
If there’s one Notre Dame football commit who knows about being recruited even after giving his pledge, it’s Deuce Knight. The blue-chip prospect has been getting all kinds of teams pursuing him, even while he keeps saying he’s loyal to the Fighting Irish. That’s why when Knight...
Hard Rock Northern Indiana donates $250K to fund scholarship program
Hard Rock Northern Indiana donates $250K to fund scholarship program. Hard Rock Casino of Northern Indiana and the Urban League of Northwest Indiana have partnered to start a new scholarship program to benefit Gary high school graduates attending Indiana University Northwest. Story continues below. The Do Well by Doing Good...
Whiting Park Festival Orchestra kicks off Summer with the Symphony 2024 season with concert celebrating Mother Nature’s power
On the cool evening of Saturday, July 20, the Whiting Park Festival Orchestra (WPFO) performed the first concert of its Summer with the Symphony series at Whiting Lakefront Park’s Mary E. Bercik Memorial Pavilion. The theme of this free concert was “Don’t Mess with Mother Nature!” Attendees set up their lawn chairs and folding tables on the grass in front of the pavilion, either enjoying snacks from home or snacking on treats from the concession stand. Martin Dybel, general manager of the WPFO, founded the orchestra alongside conductor Maestro Robert Vodnoy in 1999. Dybel also established the Summer with the Symphony concerts in 1994 and believes that the program has had a significant positive impact on the Whiting community.
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