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Record Turnout for 13th Annual Tour Des Lakes
More than 400 riders took to the trails around Lake Wawasee and Syracuse Lake for the 13th annual Tour de Lakes. Participants in the longest course also enjoyed views of other lakes, including Webster, Chapman, Tippecanoe and Winona. Regardless of the path chosen, the weather was ideal for a long bike ride with temperatures in the mid-60s at the start of the ride.
7 Things People Love About Decatur, Michigan
From delicious ice cream and burgers to historical figures here are 7 fun facts that people love about the small village of Decatur according to your Facebook comments. 7. "Decatur was once the celery capital of the United States" ~Judy Spradlin. Judy is correct, the nutrient-rich swampland that Decatur sits...
Volunteers, vendors perform last-minute fair prep
GOSHEN — Chelsie Weldy was preparing for the arrival of more than 500 pigs as she decorated the swine barn. As food booths, vendor tables and rides were getting their finishing touches on Thursday, the last afternoon before the start of the fair, the 4-H Swine Club assistant director was laying out the 10-year member names at the front of the barn. She also set out a collage of photos taken ...
Dan Culberson, 73
Dan Culberson, age 73, of Colon, passed away early Wednesday afternoon, July 17, 2024, at his home. He was born August 20, 1950, in Wiborg, Kentucky, son of the late Donald and Austene (Shelton) Culberson. Dan resided in Colon since 1970, coming from Albion, Michigan. On October 14, 1989, he...
Gayle Goshorn, 78
Gayle Susan Goshorn, age 78, of Sturgis, passed away Saturday morning, July 20, 2024, at Kairos Dwelling Home in Kalamazoo. She was born September 3, 1945, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the only child of the late John F. and Betty (Baltzer) Goyne. Gayle resided in Sturgis since 1983 coming from Elkhart,...
Green Thumb: Japanese Maple Trees
July is wrapping up to a close very soon but it's still perfect time for those trees and plants of yours to thrive this season! Greg from Ginger Valley shows off the Japanese Maple Trees that are grown at Ginger Valley!. Green Thumb on WSBT22 is sponsored by Ginger Valley...
Syracuse Public Library — Charcuterie Board Bidding
SYRACUSE — Swing by the Syracuse Public Library to place your bids in the library’s ongoing charcuterie board silent auction. The auction features charcuterie boards designed by local artists using different mediums. The charcuterie boards will briefly travel to North Webster Community Public Library for a Coffee with...
James Pierce, 76
James Foster Pierce, age 76, of Three Rivers, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 11, 1948 in Three Rivers, the son of Arthur and Neva (Craw) Pierce, and graduated from Three Rivers High School with the Class of 1966.
Marcus Freeman Sees Bright Future for Notre Dame
Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman is exuding optimism as he looks ahead to fall camp and the 2024 college football season. In New York this week for a pre-season media blitz, Freeman was interviewed by Notre Dame alum Hannah Storm on ESPN’s SportsCenter on Thursday. Freeman touched on several topics just weeks before training camp kicks off, including new talent on offensive and the highly anticipated season-opening game against Texas A&M. Riley Leonard Quarterback Riley Leonard, a transfer from Duke, brings firepower to the Irish. Despite missing time in the spring, Leonard is reportedly in good health and will be ready...
South Bend man sentenced on weapons charge
A South Bend man was sentenced on a weapons charge on Monday in connection with a January incident. The incident happened on January 5 when a car was stopped by police in Bertrand Township. 47-year-old Jason Miltroka was a passenger in the car, according to statements, and he had been...
Gold standard: Notre Dame football adds shiny sleeve patches to 2024 home jerseys
SOUTH BEND — Notre Dame football won’t be wearing its heart on its sleeve this season, but it still came up with an eye-catching addition. In revealing the 2024 home football jerseys on ESPN’s “First Take” on Friday morning, the Irish rolled out arm sleeve patches of the interlocking “ND” logo in gold. The metallic hue matches the iconic gold helmet and the logo trim is blue.
Beloved South Bend police officer retires
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A “thank you for your service” is well deserved for this one!. After more than 20 years with the South Bend Police Department, Officer Anthony Pearson is retiring. Officer Pearson has been instrumental in the Police Athletic League (PAL), a program that helps...
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