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Danger Zones: Michigan’s 10 Most Hazardous Cities After 9PM
So, you want to go for an evening stroll on the bustling streets of a Michigan city after 9 p.m.? You may want to check your location first. Hold onto your hats, wallets, and purses because you might be in for more than just a moonlight walk. We're not talking about ghost stories; we're talking about real-life horror statistics that will make your skin crawl.
Elkhart Public Library Pierre Moran Branch dedicates meeting rooms to two Elkhart icons
ELKHART COUNTY, Ind. (WSBT) — The meeting rooms at the Pierre Moran Branch of the Elkhart Public Library have been dedicated to two Elkhart icons. One room is named for Ben Barnes, a former county councilman and founder of the St. James Boxing Club. The other for Kelby Love,...
Franciscan Health opens new orthopedic surgery office
Mishawaka, Ind.-based Franciscan Health has opened a new orthopedic surgeon's office in La Porte, Ind. The Franciscan Physician Network orthopedic surgeon's office will be housed alongside a Franciscan WorkingWell location and a HEALTHeACCESS office. Orthopedic surgeon Thomas Magill, MD, will serve patients at the new location. Dr. Magill specializes in...
Zoning change to allow Casey’s General Store for Douglas, Fir Roads
The Mishawaka City Council has voted in favor of rezoning land at the southeast corner of Fir and Douglas Roads to allow a Casey’s convenience store and gasoline station. Real Estate Attorney Stephen Studer says as the area becomes more busy, another convenience store would be needed. Critics of...
Kids Night at Ironworks Plaza
MISHAWAKA, Ind. -- The Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Department and the Mishawaka Public House are hosting Kids Night on Tuesday, July 9, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Ironworks Plaza. Organizers say there will be peddle carts, yard games, an Imagination Playground, music, and Kona Ice available for purchase. The...
These Are the 10 Best School Districts in Michigan
We all want our kids to receive the best education possible, right?. What that looks like is going to differ greatly from parent to parent, student to student, and community to community. After evaluating data from hundreds of school districts throughout Michigan, the national school ratings website Niche has determined...
South Bend Man sentenced to 20 years in prison
SAINT JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- On July 1, South Bend native Adonis Hawkins, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for Voluntary Manslaughter with a jail credit of 235 days, as a part of his plea deal. Hawkins was charged in Dec. 2023 with murder in connection with a May...
Watch Out For Stinging Nettles During July 4th Weekend
If you and your kids plan on being outside a lot in Michigan during the Fourth of July weekend, watch out for stinging nettles or someone will have a bad couple of days. Many Michiganders will be camping, barbecuing, fishing, hiking, or walking, and some will do yard projects during the Fourth of July weekend.
WARNING: Deadly Disease From Bug Bites Now Confirmed In Michigan
There are plenty of reasons Michigan residents enjoy summertime in Michigan. One of those reasons is the warmer weather that allows us to enjoy more of our favorite outdoor activities. But state officials are now warning residents to take caution outdoors as a deadly disease spread through bug bites has been confirmed in Michigan.
Health officials warn of recalled brand of mushroom-infused chocolates, gummies after 27+ hospitalizations nationwide
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Service (MDHHS) is warning residents about a huge recall of Diamond-Shrumz brand products: mushroom-infused chocolates and gummies. This comes after 27 hospitalizations across the country.
Concealed pistol applications in Michigan are skyrocketing. Which counties have the most?
LANSING — There are significantly more people who want to carry concealed handguns in Michigan today than a decade ago. The demographics of who is buying firearms, including handguns, started to shift during the pandemic and helped drive dramatic increases in applications for carry permits. However, it remains to be seen whether these...
Michiana native Hannah Roberts gearing up for the BMX competition in the Paris Olympics
BUCHANAN, Mich. -- After going home with silver in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Roberts has her eyes set on bringing home the gold. Roberts has been competing in BMX since 12 years old. Since 2017, she's racked up five world championships, but nothing would compare to winning gold on the biggest stage in her career.
Michigan City Named ‘Smartest In America': Full 100 City Listing
With all the innovations that Michigan produces, such as advanced autonomous vehicles, medical breakthroughs, technological achievements, and even new, safer uses for chemicals in our everyday lives, it's no surprise that our state is home to some of the smartest minds in America. What may surprise you is that Michigan, for the second year in a row, has been named the home of the country's most well-educated metro.
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