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How the worldwide technology outage has impacted Michiana
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — A global IT issue halted many major services Friday morning, but some places are starting to come back online. The outages started around 6 p.m. Thursday, with many Microsoft users seeing the "blue screen of death," and many computers not turning on. Microsoft has...
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana “Pop Tab Palooza” update
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) -Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana weighed more than 800lbs of tabs that were donated yesterday. These pop tabs were collected from their second annual” Pop Tab Palooza” drive-thru event. The total number was higher than last year!. Afterwards, the donations were weighed and...
No shortage of sunny and calm weather this weekend
The forecast remains sunny and dry through the weekend. Highs top out in the upper 70s today with plenty of sunshine and calm winds, a trend that will carry into Saturday and most of Sunday. Expect mild lows tonight in the upper 50s and a few passing clouds, especially for those adjacent to or downwind of the lake. Michiana breaks back into the 80s on Saturday as low pressure from the northwest begins to develop, signaling the return of increasing temperatures. Overall, a generally pleasant weekend of weather is in store for the area. Humidity won't be oppressive, but dewpoints will rise gradually Sunday onward. Cloudier skies persist into next week with chances for rain increasing Monday night and lasting through Wednesday.
Michiana Chronicles: Back to Basics, Eh?
Outside the motel, our old orange Honda hatchback was parked next to a much taller and shinier bright red pickup truck. The owner walked toward his vehicle preceded by his hairy black and white sheepdog. That good-natured creature turned her head my way but kept to her edge of the narrow sidewalk. She just checked quickly to see if I was something to herd, and she sniffed out a quick first impression about my life. When I paused, the dog’s owner apologized, in case his lovely dog had caused me any concern. That was thoughtful of him, and it reminded me later of the Golden Rule. “No problem at all,” I said, and we both went back to loading our vehicles. The next time we passed on the sidewalk, I noticed the words on his navy blue t-shirt, “Be nice,” in small smoothly curving letters. “I like the message,” I said. “I get a lot of comments about it,” he said. “It’s a tense time we’re living in,” I replied. “Back to basics, eh?” he said. This sounded like a question he hoped we already shared an answer to. I nodded in agreement. Soon we started up our vehicles, and half hour later my spouse and I, in our orange Honda, were crossing southern Illinois.
What's happening this weekend in Michiana
PLYMOUTH, Ind. -- Downtown Plymouth will be host to a classic car show on Saturday starting at 5:30 p.m., while The REES will be host to a classic film screening at 7:30 p.m. Beary’s Emporium will also have its food truck on hand for attendees. Before George Lucas told...
Western Michigan Issues Hazardous Beach Warning Amid 5-Foot Waves
Grand Rapids, MI – A hazardous beach warning is in effect for western Michigan, with the National Weather Service predicting waves between 2 to 5 feet. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution as high rip currents and structural currents are expected. According to the National Weather Service, the warning,...
Michigan Felon Found with Stolen Firearms and Ammunition in Cass County
Cass County, MI – A significant firearms seizure led to the arrest of a Howard Township man on Monday. Cass County Drug Enforcement Team detectives received a tip that a known felon possessed multiple firearms and potentially sold narcotics from a travel trailer. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s...
Michigan Is About To Be Invaded By Pirates…Again
Normally, when you think of pirates, you think of swashbuckling buccaneers sailing the high seas and plundering British in Spanish ships. The beginnings of our country had many reputable privateers that turned into pirates, but many people may not realize that Michigan also had their fair share of Pirates. People...
Main Street Stories: Buchanan Sweet Shop - Café Italiano
BUCHANAN, Mich. -- The sweet smell of baked goods and Italian cuisine fills the air as you walk through the doors of the 1940s style Italian café, or bar, as it would be called in Italy. The Sweet Shop - Café Italiano, while not new to Historic Buchanan's Front...
19 Roadrunners earn NJCAA All-Academic honors
DOWAGIAC — The NJCAA announced their 2023-2024 All-Academic Teams today, and the SMC Roadrunners are well-represented. Nineteen student-athletes were named to the three teams for their performance in the classroom. To qualify as First Team, students must earn a 4.00 GPA, Second Team is 3.80-3.99 GPA and Third Team is 3.60-3.79 GPA.
Constantine’s Smith signs with Roadrunners
DOWAGIAC — Dathan Smith, of Constantine High School, has signed a National Junior College Athletic Association letter of intent to wrestle Southwestern Michigan College. Smith is a two-time Division 3 state qualifier. He is the seventh member of SMC’s 2024-2025 recruiting class, joining Arslan Bekirov of Centreville, Ohio, Israel Villegas of Dowagiac, Alex Saldana of Hartford, Dayveon Rupert of Battle Creek Lakeview, Trent Mansfield of Gobles and Michael Gonyeau of Plainwell.
Mayhem move into first-place tie with Los Cubs
NILES — The Midwest Mayhem moved into a tie atop the Michigan Adult Baseball League standings with 5-0-1 with Los Cubs after six weeks of play. South Bend Opossum are currently in third place at 3-1-2, while UnionBoyz are fourth at 4-2. West Michigan Diamond Jaxx and the Niles...
St. Joseph woman preps to compete for Mrs. American pageant
ST. JOSEPH — Christina Frank-Lieberg isn’t afraid of dressing up or getting her hands dirty. The St. Joseph resident was crowned Mrs. Michigan American in May and is preparing to compete for the Mrs. American title in Las Vegas next month.
Berrien Springs waiting for requests on historic district
BERRIEN SPRINGS — By next month, the Berrien Springs Village Council expects to ramp up progress in creating a historic district – which could access funds to upgrade its historic buildings. Right now, the village is waiting to hear from about 100 property owners who may be impacted...
Experience Michiana - Box Factory for the Arts
Join Courtney as she visits the Box Factory for the Arts to explore all the amazing exhibitions! 🎨 Discover diverse artworks and immerse yourself in the vibrant art community. Don't miss this artistic adventure! #BoxFactoryForTheArts #ArtExhibitions #LocalArtists #ArtCommunity.
Heavy rain collapses part of ancient Michigan cave where 'The Great Train Robbery' was filmed
BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. -- Part of an ancient Michigan cave where “The Great Train Robbery” was filmed has collapsed under heavy rain. A wall of Bear Cave in Buchanan collapsed this week, Adam Morris, the property manager at a campground that operates near the cave, told MLive.com. The wall collapsed at night and was already closed to the public due to flooding, Morris said. He didn't clarify what night the collapse happened.
Michael Opulskas, 67, of Benton Harbor
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Michael Opulskas, 67, of Benton Harbor, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allred Funeral Home in Berrien Springs. Services to be held on August 11.www.AllredFuneralHome.com.
Charlene Gast, 78, of Niles
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Charlene Gast, 78, of Niles, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024. Arrangements are pending and have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, of Niles. www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com.
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