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W.K. Kellogg Foundation Trust to make $4.3B in Kellanova sale
The $7.6 billion W.K. Kellogg Foundation Trust stands to make about $4.3 billion from a deal announced Aug. 14 between two of the leading snack producers. Mars, the maker of products like M&M’S, Snickers and Skittles, will acquire Kellanova, the maker of products such as Pringles, Cheez-It and Pop-Tarts, in a $36 billion deal that’s expected to close within the first half of 2025, according to a news release.
‘If you can’t live off that … then it’s time for you to go’: Tempers rise over Lockport, TRPL contract negotiations
LOCKPORT TWP. — In what could be best described as an unproductive discussion that turned at times into an equally-unproductive shouting match between Lockport Township board members and the Three Rivers Public Library director, the township agreed Monday to formally reject the library’s services contract proposal and submit their own proposal to the library’s board.
Constantine Public Schools Superintendent Joseph Holloway placed on leave
CONSTANTINE, Mich. (WNDU) - The Constantine Public Schools Board of Education has placed Superintendent Joseph Holloway on leave, but the board says it cannot reveal why at this time. They say it is a confidential personnel matter. The Board says Assistant Superintendent Patrick Breen will serve as the acting Superintendent...
Max Larsen Principal leaving after taking job with Otsego Public Schools
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – On the eve of a new school year, Coldwater Community Schools has posted the Principal’s position at Max Larsen Elementary School. Julie Farmer, who has been the Principal at Max Larsen since 2019, is stepping down after accepting an administrative position with Otsego Public Schools.
Kalamazoo Central football preview: Anything less than playoffs won’t suffice in 2024
KALAMAZOO, MI – The state tournament is the floor. That’s the buzz radiating around Kalamazoo Central’s football program entering Year 4 under head coach Mike Stanger. The Maroon Giants have punched their postseason ticket just thrice this century, but it’s a target that’s been talked about all year long.
Kalamazoo Latinx Festival returns, rain or shine
El Concilio’s 3rd annual Kalamazoo Latinx Festival will be held from 12 pm - 11:30 pm on Saturday, Aug 17 at the Arcadia festival site. Executive director Adrian Vasquez joined Cara Lieurance to discuss the details. The free festival offers a larger variety of live music, food vendors, artisans...
Data Outage Affecting Cell Carriers in Kalamazoo County, Battle Creek
UPDATE 8/16/24: Upon driving to work this morning I noticed my 5G data had been restored. Still no official word from Verizon on the outage. Are you still experiencing trouble?. ORIGINAL ARTICLE:. If you've suddenly lost the ability to receive texts and phone calls you may be affected by service...
Cedar Lake, IN: 68-Year-Old Woman Rescued from Rollover Crash
Cedar Lake, IN – A 68-year-old woman from Chesterton, Indiana, was rescued from a single-vehicle rollover crash on Friday evening in Cedar Lake. The incident occurred around 5:56 p.m. on the 8400 block of N Lake Shore Drive. Responding officers found a 2016 Mazda SUV off the roadway, overturned in the woods to the north.
Notre Dame’s O-line inexperience should greatly benefit Texas A&M’s pass rush
In the wake of Notre Dame left tackle Charles Jagusah sustaining a season-ending injury earlier this month, plenty of movement is in the works under head coach Marcus Freeman, who is preparing his team for the season opener vs. Texas A&M inside what could be a sold out Kyle Field. Knowing that the Irish O-line will face one of the top defensive lines in the country, especially after Aggie’s head coach Mike Elko landed former Purdue defensive end Nic Scourton from the transfer portal, Notre Dame O-line coach Joe Rudolph’s track record speaks for its self, but this will be a...
How wide receiver Kris Mitchell has ‘elevated’ his game in short time at Notre Dame
Notre Dame wide receiver Kris Mitchell is a much different football player in South Bend than he was at Florida International. Here's how. The post How wide receiver Kris Mitchell has ‘elevated’ his game in short time at Notre Dame appeared first on On3.
2024 Preseason 12-team College Football Playoff rankings prediction
The college football season is almost here and that means it's officially time to start looking at who is going to be in the College Football Playoffs field. Things are quite a bit different than they ever have been in the sport. The four-team playoff field is gone. The 12-team...
South Bend Fraternal Order of Police honors fallen officer with scholarship ride
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — The South Bend Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 36 will hold its Fallen Officer Scholarship Ride and annual Corn Roast on Saturday. This year's ride will honor Cpl. Nick Polizzotto, who was shot and killed while investigating a shooting back in 2007. The ride...
5 takeaways from Tribune Talks discussion about lead poisoning in St. Joseph County
SOUTH BEND — The South Bend Tribune hosted Tribune Talk: Lead in the Soil on Aug. 14 featuring panelists in the lead field who make daily efforts to understand and help residents with lead issues in St. Joseph County. Panelists included Marya Lieberman, a professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University...
Read a book with a bunny
SOUTH BEND, Ind.-- River Valley Market Farms Inc and Miller's Goats & Gardens is inviting you to join books with bunnies on Aug 24 at 11 a.m. at the River Valley Farmers Market Inc. Kids are invited to come for Storytime with a bunny. Listen to a farm story, do...
12th Annual Michiana RenFest kicks off Aug 24
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind.-- The 12th Annual Michiana Renaissance Festival starts August 24 and 25 at the St. Joseph County 4H Fairgrounds in South Bend. You can take a huge leap back in time, straight into the Renaissance and beyond. Spend the day enjoying live shows, street performers, live steel...
Benjamin Morrison Expects Big Future for Notre Dame Freshman CB Moore
Benjamin Morrison, a standout cornerback from Notre Dame, predicts significant success for current freshman Leonard Moore, who has quickly made his mark in practice. Despite enrolling a year later than many peers, Moore appears positioned on the two-deep depth chart. Notably, Notre Dame receivers have praised his potential, recognizing his raw talent and upward trajectory. Morrison himself faced similar skepticism during his freshman year when he emerged as an All-American with six interceptions. This time, cornerbacks coach Mike Mickens seems to have identified another gem in Moore, who has outperformed expectations.
Summer Fitness Series is back starting Aug 24
SOUTH BEND, Ind.-- Starting Aug 24, DTSB is hosting free fitness classes led by local, certified instructors in the heart of downtown South Bend every Saturday morning on the Gridiron with yoga at 8 a.m., Zumba at 9 a.m., and various other fitness classes following at 10 a.m. Yoga at...
Season preview: Breaking down high school football conference races in South Bend area
The 2024 high school football season brings changes to some of the conferences in the South Bend area. With South Bend Clay closing and Bremen, Jimtown and John Glenn departing, the Northern Indiana Conference is down to eight teams. This has eliminated divisions in the NIC, making it a true round-robin to determine...
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