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Follow your nose: Newest restaurant in downtown South Bend is serving up wood-smoked BBQ
The newest restaurant in downtown South Bend resembles the type of small BBQ diner that might be discovered on a byroad in the southern United States. Much of the furniture has been crafted by Rodney Klockow, one of the owners, and provides the feel of a small outdoor patio with one of the...
City seeks grant for work to raze former Dodge Foundry for future street, housing
MISHAWAKA — A project to turn the former Dodge/RMG Foundry site at 500 S. Union St. into a neighborhood with a 6th-7th Street connector is moving forward with a grant request to begin the transformation. The city is seeking a $2.25 million Lily-LEI-READI II grant to help pay for 20% of the $11...
Utility mulls future of hydroelectric dams
ELKHART — Long-terms plans for two aging hydroelectric dams on the St. Joseph River are under consideration – plans that might include relicensing the facilities and continuing full operations in the decades ahead, or removing them and restoring a free-flowing river. Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) announced it was exploring the best long-term options for the Elkhart and Mottville facilities and ...
Fletchers Lake Church Marks 1-Year Anniversary Of Leaving Methodist Denomination
KEWANNA — It’s been one year since Fletchers Lake Church disaffiliated from the United Methodist denomination. Church congregants say it’s been a positive change. July 3, 2023, was the official date of the congregation at 9810 CR 475W, Kewanna, exiting the UMC. Members voted earlier in 2023 for the move, said Pastor Dave Sommers.
Notre Dame's long chase for a top WR target almost certainly ends in mid-July
While the Notre Dame football program has faced some challenges with recruiting losses at the wide receiver position, it's not over yet. There are still some promising opportunities on the horizon, including a potentially game-changing commit later this month. La Verne (Calif.) Bonita star Dylan Robinson is set to commit...
Missouri strikes again: Notre Dame loses second star WR target to the Tigers
When Notre Dame football entered the race for Jayvan Boggs, they had to know it was going to be a task to land him. That doesn’t make it any easier to stomach that they dropped out of the running surprisingly early. It’s particularly frustrating to see a 4-star prospect...
Neighbors ask for Bruce Lake home to be condemned
Neighbors of a dilapidated home off Bruce Lake say its beyond time that it be condemned. Ed and Teresa Mollencupp appealed to county commissioners last week to have such action taken at 990 N. Madison St., Kewanna. They live across the street from the property and were joined by another concerned neighbor, Phil Watterson.
First look inside the $38 million Mishawaka Fieldhouse opening soon
The $38 million Mishawaka Fieldhouse is nearly complete, with the doors opening around Labor Day. The project broke ground nearly a year ago in June of 2023 and will be considered a national destination for youth sporting events. WSBT had an exclusive first look at the facility as construction nears...
Newsstand: Top-five recruit has Notre Dame women’s basketball among top six schools
One of the best players in the women's basketball high school class of 2025 is considering Notre Dame among other top choices nationwide. The post Newsstand: Top-five recruit has Notre Dame women’s basketball among top six schools appeared first on On3.
Woman Escapes House Fire In Silver Lake, But Dog Does Not
SILVER LAKE - Thanks to her own sense of smell, and a passing truck driver, a Silver Lake woman escaped a house fire early Friday morning. Silver Lake Volunteer Fire Department Chief John Conley said his department was called out to the house fire at 2238 W. CR 1200S, Silver Lake, at around 5 a.m. Friday.
A look into Black Pine's new kids summer camp programs
Black Pine Animal Sanctuary opened its doors for their first ever summer camp this year, beginning in June. One of the camp groups collected pinecones and pieces of long grass that will be added to the animals’ enclosures. Earlier in the day, the kids learned about enrichment and why it’s important for animals in captivity.
Dowagiac man gets prison time on multiple charges
CASSOPOLIS — A Dowagiac man with a long criminal history as well as ongoing anger problems was sentenced to prison Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. Travis LaVaughan Shell, 45, of West Wayne Street in Dowagiac, was found guilty of several counts after an early June jury trial including one count each of third […] The post Dowagiac man gets prison time on multiple charges appeared first on Leader Publications.
'Historical Walking Tour: Back to the 50s' in Benton Harbor
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- The Morton House Museum in Benton Harbor is hosting a historical walking tour themed as "Back to the 50s" on Thursday, July 11, at 5:30 p.m. Organizers say the walk will bring you back to the world of Sears, Penney's, Woolworth's, the Flats, drive-ins, root beer stands, four movie theaters, Kresge's 5 & 10 Cent Store, Candyland, Holly's Restaurant, roller rinks, and more.
Community Champs Magical Meadows hires new Executive Director
Warsaw, Ind. (WFFT) - A new Executive Director is now in place at Magical Meadows therapeutic horseback riding center in Warsaw. Michael Kuhn took the reins July 1, 2024 to run the center that helps children and adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Kuhn previously worked as the Development Director...
NWS: Expect Plenty of Sunshine in Indiana This Weekend
STATEWIDE–It is looking like you’ll get a break from rain this weekend across Indiana. Rain has been moving through Indiana both Thursday and Friday, but Cody Moore with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis says this weekend will be a lot better. “First, we have no severe weather expected today or into the weekend. Much […] The post NWS: Expect Plenty of Sunshine in Indiana This Weekend appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Last chance to make your voice heard: public comment on Duke Energy's proposed rate increase
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - The deadline for Duke Energy customers to make their voices heard on a proposed 16 percent rate increase is quickly approaching. The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission is accepting written comments from the public through Friday, July 5. News 10 reported earlier this year the energy...
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