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Some still making the case for Notre Dame Fighting Irish to join the Big Ten
The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are dedicated to being officially independent. While there are sports affiliated with conferences, like the basketball and baseball teams in the ACC and the hockey team in the Big Ten, Notre Dame football stands proudly alone. However, there are still those who believe the Irish...
Ribbon Cut on New Pickleball Courts in Bremen
The ribbon was cut this week on the newly constructed pickleball courts at Sunnyside Park in Bremen. The project was made possible with funds collected by the Bremen Pickleball Club that has over 90 members, a READI grant, the Town of Bremen with the Bremen Park Board, the Marshall County Community Foundation and the German Township Trustee and Advisory Board.
Two tornados imbedded in straight line winds
Officially we had 2 tornados imbedded in the straight-line winds from the Monday night storms. The Elkhart tornado started near Hawthorne Elementary and lifted just east of Monger Elementary. Peak winds were 90mph with the most extreme damage on Mather Ave. between Carlton and Naomi St. The Tippecanoe tornado was...
Elkhart due for successful season under new Head Coach
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- Hometown Coach Travon Curry looks to bring Michiana a new era of Elkhart Lions football. It doesn't take much to motivate team that didn't reach their full potential a year ago. "I feel that everybody on the team has bought in we weren't all bought in...
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...
‘Wash for a Cause’ raises over $33,000 for Fort Wayne YMCA Youth Service Bureau
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Over the weekend, Mike’s Carwash held its 10th ‘Wash for a Cause’ fundraiser raising more than $33,000 to support youth in Fort Wayne and South Bend. Mike’s Carwash says they donated half of the proceeds made from each Ultimate+Ceramic and Ultimate Wash...
Operation Back to School provides financial aid for veterans
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Operation Back to School returns for third year with financial aid for Indiana veterans. This program provides financial assistance to Indiana veteran families experiencing financial difficulty. It offers $500 per qualified dependent for back-to-school supplies and other school-related expenses. Those wanting to apply must provide multiple forms of documentation proving […]
Indiana’s new ILEARN test scores show student progress remained stagnant in 2024
New state standardized test results show stagnant progress among Hoosier students in grades 3-8, signaling a continued struggle to reverse widespread learning loss following the COVID-19 pandemic. New ILEARN scores show 41% of Indiana students who were tested earlier this spring were at or above proficiency standards in English and...
Wabash woman installed as Indiana American Legion Auxiliary state president
For the first time in more than 100 years, Wabash is home to the new president of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana. Roxanna “Roxy” Stoner received the oath of office on Sunday, July 14, during a ceremony at the Marriott East Hotel in Indianapolis. She represents Wabash American Legion Auxiliary Unit 15.
ESPN Tabs 'sleeper player' as Notre Dame football's Secret Weapon
As we get closer to the season’s first game, ESPN is laying out who it thinks the “sleeper players” are for each team in their Post-Spring Top 25. That includes the Notre Dame football team. ESPN knows that the Irish defense is where its strength lies. And...
Update on Concord Mall redevelopment to business park
ELKHART, Ind. -- The Concord Mall redevelopment into the Concord Business Park has entered a new phase of construction. R. Yoder Construction shared with ABC57 on Tuesday that their role of clearing the interior of the building space is mostly finished. The new property owners, Industrial Commercial Properties, closed on...
54th Annual National Baton Twirling Championship at Notre Dame
NOTRE DAME, Ind. -- ABC57's Kyle Ennis was at the campus of Notre Dame, where you might notice some hustle and bustle around this week for the 54th Annual National Baton Twirling Championship. You may know Notre Dame brings a lot of business during the school year, but this event...
Indiana agency recommends 60% reduction in Duke Energy proposed rate increase
After hearing from consumers, a state agency is coming out in opposition to Duke Energy's proposed rate increases. The Indiana Office of Utility Consumer Counselor (OUCC) is recommending a 60% reduction in Duke Energy's request, including no increase to the monthly residential customer service charge and a reduction in Duke Energy's authorized return on equity.
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