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Everything is coming together once again for this Chicago Cubs prospect
SOUTH BEND — Ed Howard feels healthy again. His field on the play backs that up. The South Bend Cubs infielder missed more than a year due to a hip injury, affecting both his 2022 and 2023 seasons. He’s returned to full strength in 2024, though, and is finding his stride at the right time for the Chicago Cubs’ High-A affiliate.
A Notre Dame chemist decided to let the local community’s needs drive her scientific process and found herself in the fight against fentanyl.
Marya Lieberman decided to let the local community’s needs drive her scientific process. She found herself out of the lab and on the front lines of the opioid epidemic. Your friendly neighborhood analytical chemist: If there is such a thing, Marya Lieberman embodies it. The 28-year veteran of Notre Dame’s Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty invariably appears with a broad smile and a hair color that seems to emanate from her effervescent personality—sometimes heliotrope purple, sometimes neon blue.
Valparaiso University President José D. Padilla J.D. Makes List of Top Indiana Business Leaders
José D. Padilla J.D., president of Valparaiso University, has made IBJ Media’s Indiana 250 — a list recognizing the most impactful and influential business leaders in the Region. The 2024 recognition marks the second year that President Padilla has been named to the list. “I am grateful...
Notre Dame football and USC rivalry still matters despite clout chaser claims
In the last few weeks and months there have certainly been discussion about what the Notre Dame football rivalry with USC means to the sport as a whole. Things are especially changing because of the Trojans joining the Big Ten. There are even some people who believe the rivalry needs...
The Great Cardboard Boat Race - Supporting Crossroads United Way
The Great Cardboard Boat Race is happening August 16 in Elkhart. Over 70 teams will compete and proceeds from the event benefit Crossroads United Way and local non-profits. Jill and Matt joined Rhoni on the set to preview next month's fun festivities. For more information on The Great Cardboard Boat Race, visit crossroadsuw.org or call 574-295-1650.
Bernstein and Nolan from Notre Dame to Santa Cruz
Sara Bernstein and Daniel Nolan, currently professors of philosophy at the University of Notre Dame, will be moving to the University of California, Santa Cruz, where Bernstein will be professor and chair of philosophy, and Nolan will be professor of philosophy. Professor Bernstein works in metaphysics, particularly the metaphysics of...
Niles man gets jail time for fleeing police
NILES — A Niles man who fled from police on a motorcycle before he crashed it was sentenced to jail Monday in Berrien County Trial Court at the Niles courthouse. Michael James Reynolds, 61, of Niles, pleaded guilty to third degree fleeing and eluding and was sentenced to 250 days in jail with credit for […] The post Niles man gets jail time for fleeing police appeared first on Leader Publications.
30-year-old Benton Harbor man sentenced to prison for firearm offense
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten announced 30-year-old Darell William Craft Jr., of Benton Harbor, has been sentenced to seven years and four months in federal prison for possessing a stolen firearm with a high-capacity magazine as a convicted felon, while on probation for a prior conviction.
Elkhart Police Department swears in 6 new officers
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - Six new officers are on the job in Elkhart after what officials are calling the largest swearing-in ceremony since the COVID-19 pandemic. The group comes from a wide range of experiences. • Patrolman Mitchell Garrett most recently worked construction and is originally from South Bend. •...
INDOT: Spring Mill Rd. bridge still impacted after semi-truck collision
INDIANAPOLIS — Officials with the Indiana Department of Transportation recently provided an update surrounding work on the Spring Mill Rd. bridge over I-465 after a semi-truck collided with the bridge earlier this month. According to a post on social media from the Indiana Department of Transportation: East Central, officials said maintenance crews were able to […]
Indiana State Fair: Themes, Discounts, and Free Activities
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair is rolling out a lineup of themed days, exclusive discounts, and free activities to spice up this year’s festivities. The fair runs from Friday, Aug. 2, to Sunday, Aug. 18, with no events on Mondays. Please take note of the following special discounts and themed days at the […] The post Indiana State Fair: Themes, Discounts, and Free Activities appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Purdue Extension to present engaging art and nature demonstrations at Indiana State Fair
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair kicks off Aug. 2 and highlights the theme “The Art & Nature of Fun” in collaboration with Newfields. Fairgoers will have the opportunity to speak with Purdue University representatives about agricultural and nature-related topics, which are available year-round through Purdue Extension.
IDC: Indiana’s gubernatorial candidates to participate in televised debate
INDIANAPOLIS — Three Indiana gubernatorial candidates will participate in a televised debate in October. According to a press release, Republican Mike Braun, Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater will debate live at WFYI — the public TV station in Indianapolis — on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. The Indiana Debate Commission will organize the […]
Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture
It’s the heat of the summer, which means farmers are constantly monitoring the weather, tending to livestock, and focusing on pest and disease management for their crops. Unfortunately, this summer also finds landowners reeling from property tax statements that hit mailboxes during planting season. Farmers are experiencing a 27% increase in their farmland taxes this […] The post Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Errington plans town hall meeting on proposal to change state diploma system
MUNCIE, Ind. — State Rep. Sue Errington has scheduled a town hall meeting for Friday, July 26, on plans by the Indiana Department of Education to restructure Indiana's high school diploma system. The meeting, open to the public, will be 6-8 p.m. at Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road.
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