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Goshen’s First Fridays Presents Picklefest
GOSHEN — Downtown Goshen, Inc. presents an August celebration like no other. The inaugural First Fridays Picklefest, from 5-9 p.m. Aug. 2, presents the spectacle of a citywide pickleball tournament on Main Street, specialty pickled foods and treats, and live entertainment from the Miller Poultry Main Stage headlined by acclaimed South Bend rapper Heyzeus.
Granger's Bella Bauer as Miss Indiana Teen 2024
Recent Penn High School Graduate and soon-to-be student at Purdue University, Bella Bauer is representing the state of Indiana as Miss Indiana Teen 2024. Though she won the biggest title at the competition, Bauer also won the preliminary talent award, overall dance award, tied for the overall interview award and the Joy of Life award.
'Hometown Days' festival happening July 26-28 in New Carlisle
NEW CARLISLE, Ind. -- The summer festival tradition in New Carlisle, 'Hometown Days' is taking place from July 26 to 28 at New Carlisle Memorial Park. The events take place all three days throughout the course of the festival and organizers are hoping to provide family-friendly fun throughout the weekend.
Classic cars take over Eddy Street Commons at ‘Coffee and Cars’ event
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Classic cars took over Eddy Street Commons on Saturday at the annual “Coffee and Cars” event. Over 120 cars and trucks were on display along Eddy Street to show how motor vehicles have developed over the ages. Prizes were given out for “Best...
Veterans receive free essentials at giveaway event in Mishawaka
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — Veterans in our area are well stocked on essentials thanks to a giveaway event in Mishawaka. The annual Military Veteran Stand Down at Mishawaka's Jackie Walorski VA Clinic was open to all veterans, service members and their families. Over 60 vendors participated in Friday's event...
Notre Dame football's WR recruiting problems deepen after another loss
As we kick off Saturday morning, the Notre Dame football team has a problem. They just keep losing recruiting battles for wide receivers. Earlier this week, the Fighting Irish lost another battle. LaVerne, California wide receiver Dylan Robinson made his decision between the Irish, UCLA, and Washington. There was a time when it felt like ND was the front-runner.
Doctor returns to Elkhart after humanitarian mission in Gaza
ELKHART, Ind. (WSBT) — A local OB/GYN is making sure everyone has access to quality healthcare, especially in underserved areas. To fulfill that passion, she went on mission to provide humanitarian care to women in Gaza for nearly a month. Dr. Thalia Pachiyannakis has been an OB for 14...
Huntington Twp. woman competes in Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival
HUNTINGTON TWP. — With the sun beating down over an open field on a particularly hot day in June, a local woman took the field for the first time at the Ohio Scottish Games & Celtic Festival. Months of preparation went into preparing for the competition. But these events...
So you think you’ve got talent? Sign up for this show
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) — Do you have a talent you want to show off? Those from all over Indiana, Ohio and Michigan will gather to show off their skills in ‘So You Think You’ve Got Talent.’. Josh Ogle, a producer for ‘So You Think You’ve Got Talent,’...
Federal Sentence for Gun Sale in Michigan City
(South Bend, IN) - A Chicago man has been sentenced on a federal gun charge with ties to Michigan City. In January of last year, 42-year-old Allory Smith of Chicago sold a rifle, a handgun, and ammunition to a buyer in the Michigan City area. According to authorities, Smith referred to the rifle as a “real license to kill” because he believed it had previously been reported stolen. With several prior felony convictions, Smith is prohibited from possessing firearms.
Another card skimmer found at grocery store in Evansville, police say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Police are continuing to investigate after card skimmers were discovered at local businesses in the Tri-State. We reported yesterday morning that skimmers were found by employees at two separate Ruler Foods grocery stores in Evansville. [SUGGESTED: Card skimmers allegedly found at Ruler Foods grocery stores in...
Area leaders call for improvements to U.S. 30
Several state representatives, mayors, city officials and business leaders gathered Wednesday in Warsaw to discuss the safety and economic implications of not modernizing the 155-mile stretch of U.S. 30 between Fort Wayne and Valparaiso. The U.S. 30 Summit was organized by members of the U.S. 30 Coalition, an advocacy group...
Departures to reach record levels at Indy Airport on July 21/22
INDIANAPOLIS– The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) will welcome tens of thousands of visitors this week during a peak summer travel season as the National Eucharistic Congress, Brickyard 400 and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Grand Boule get underway in the city. Departures on Sunday and Monday are expected to reach record levels, prompting the Indy airport to remind travelers about arriving at the airport early and planning ahead for their flights.
Confirmed: First Case of West Nile Virus of 2024 Reported in Indiana
The Indiana Department of Health has released details about the first confirmed case in 2024 of West Nile Virus in the state. West Nile virus emerged in the United States in 1999 and quickly spread across the country. Since then, it has been something most of us have taken efforts to prevent every year as the disease is easily transmitted by mosquitoes.
Stuff a Bus Fundraiser helps South Bend, Elkhart families in need
An event aimed at helping families in need makes a return this summer. 103.9 The Bear's Stuff a Bus Fundraiser takes place Saturday. The fundraiser will benefit the Center for the Homeless and the Faith Mission of Elkhart. From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., the community is welcome to make...
Dramatic NASCAR Truck Series Incident: Corey Heim Confronts Christian Eckes at Indianapolis
Corey Heim confronts Christian Eckes at Indianapolis Raceway Park during the NASCAR Truck Series race, leading to a heated exchange between the two drivers. Corey Heim picked up a flat left front tire after contact with Christian Eckes. NASCAR recently issued $50,000 fines to Bubba Wallace and Carson Hocevar for...
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