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Operation Education: What is next for the South Bend Empowerment Zone?
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — An effort to turn-around some struggling South Bend schools is now over. South Bend Empowerment Zone schools are now back under the control of the South Bend Community School Corporation. The Empowerment Zone board voted Tuesday to approve a resolution agreement that will conclude...
Interns join neighbors to imagine new park space in South Bend
South Bend’s Near West Side is one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. Its tree-lined streets are dotted with large wood-framed homes in various architectural styles, alongside sprawling 19th-century granite and limestone estates with distinguished-sounding names such as Copshaholm and Tippecanoe Place. Situated along historic West Washington Street,...
List names Notre Dame ninth-best team heading into 2024
Ask any college football expert, and they typically have Notre Dame in the top 10 of any preseason rankings they put together. It’s proof that expectations will be high for the Irish with Marcus Freeman entering his third season as coach and a plethora of talent on his roster. One of many college football fans putting together their list of the top teams heading in 2024 is Big Game Boomer, known for his many lists he puts out on social media. The time has come for him to list what he believe to be the top 50 teams ahead of the...
Edwardsburg Public Schools to offer before, after school care
EDWARDSBURG — Edwardsburg Public Schools has announced it will be partnering with Camp Fire River Bend, Inc., to offer before and after school care to students in grades K-5 during the 2024-2025 school year. Care would be offered at the Intermediate School from 7:15 a.m. to start time in the mornings and from the end […] The post Edwardsburg Public Schools to offer before, after school care appeared first on Leader Publications.
Ice Box celebrates 50th anniversary, upcoming expansion
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A community pillar on South Bend’s west side today celebrated its 50th anniversary. The Ice Box Skating Rink continues to survive, thrive, and expand. A $12 million expansion project is now underway. The Ice Box now has two sheets of ice. By next March,...
Notre Dame football elevates Zaire Turner to director of player personnel
On Tuesday afternoon, a report by John Brice of FootballScoop outlined some changes inside the recruiting offices for Notre Dame football. The Irish will elevate Zaire Turner to director of player personnel, after she was hired away from Virginia Tech a few seasons ago. He mentioned that along with Callie Cameron, Notre Dame as “the first-ever female directors of player personnel in collegiate football.” Brice also goes on to mention two more moves. The Irish will elevate Olivia Mitchell to the position of assistant athletics director for football operations, and Katy Lonergan to advisor to the head football coach. Notre Dame (@NDFootball) continues to make impressive moves in its personnel dept. The Irish are elevating Zaire Turner to DPP, among the first females to hold that title in college football, & also have lured back Caleb Davis, @FootballScoop has learned: https://t.co/pFhaZOOah3 — John Brice (@JohnDBrice1) July 16, 2024 Once again, head coach Marcus Freeman is making his mark on the Notre Dame program in a positive way. Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (Formerly Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes, and opinions. Follow Mike on X: @MikeFChen
Local non-profit animal shelter looking for volunteers
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The non-profit limited admission cat and dog shelter, Pet Refuge, is currently looking for volunteers with a passion for helping animals. Do you like talking about, thinking about, and watching cats and dogs?. If you're interested in volunteering, there are multiple opportunities to come in and...
Notre Dame Golf Adds Brad Karpick To Staff
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – The University of Notre Dame’s Director of Golf and Head Men’s Golf Coach, John Handrigan, has announced Brad Karpick as their assistant coach and director of operations for both the men’s and women’s golf programs. “Brad’s passion for helping student-athletes and...
Freeman, Kiser Named Nominees for Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Dick Corbett Head Football Coach Marcus Freeman and graduate student linebacker Jack Kiser have been nominated for the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, which recognizes college football athletes and an honorary coach each season for their unwavering commitment to community service and their “good works” off the field.
Goshen unveils new mental health crisis response vehicle
GOSHEN, Ind. (WNDU) - The City of Goshen unveiled its new crisis response vehicle to help individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. This was made possible by a collaborative mission between label Logic, Borden, and Goshen Health. Together, the organizations donated enough funds to purchase and equip the vehicle. The...
Penn football previews upcoming season with new coach
MISHAWAKA, Ind. -- Pete Riordan under his first offseason as just the third head coach in Penn football program history. Through 60 years, the Kingsmen have only had two head coaches, Chris Geesman for 39 years and Cory Yeoman for 21 years. "I heard someone's the other day, you know,...
2 Powerball tickets worth $50,000 sold in Indiana for Wednesday’s drawing
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hoosier Lottery Powerball tickets purchased for Wednesday’s drawing should be checked carefully as two tickets are worth $50,000. The two $50,000 winning Powerball tickets were purchased at: The winning Powerball numbers for Wednesday, July 17, are: 24-27-32-47-66 with the Powerball of 26. Players can check their tickets with the free Hoosier Lottery Mobile App by downloading here. The ticket holders should ensure their ticket is in a […]
IN DNR asks for feedback on accessibility at properties statewide
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (INDOT) invites residents of Indiana to share their experiences with accessibility at DNR properties across the state. The DNR says it wishes to create a “welcoming environment” for all guests while retaining natural experiences. The department’s new accessibility webpage, provides information on accessible activities like […]
Teacher, lawmaker not surprised by new ILEARN scores
MARTINSVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — A longtime elementary school teacher on Thursday said the 2024 ILEARN scores match her own observations in the classroom. Cheyenne Mappes has taught fourth and fifth grade in Morgan County for nearly 20 years. She said the third graders that took the ILEARN test this year were in kindergarten and first […]
DROUGHT UPDATE: Who Needs Rain The Most...
Recent rain has certainly helped those of you who live in Southern Indiana. The moderate drought Seymour, Crothersville, and North Vernon has been removed along with the abnormally dry conditions surrounding it. It's a different story in Kentucky. Bardstown, Willisburg, and Campbellsville are now in moderate drought and abnormally dry conditions have spread west. On a side not, this does not include the heavy rain that we saw Tuesday night.
Honest Abe Auto Sales Ordered To Pay Customers Nearly $500k For Lying
Indiana business running four used-car dealerships agreed to fork over almost half a million bucks to former customers. According to the State Attorney General, the dealer used deceptive practices to charge customers thousands more. The dealer’s parent company, Sycamore Co. LLC, must make four more payments of $85,039.40 each.
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