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These lures were working: DNR’s Weekly U.P. Fishing Report (8/7/24)
UPPER PENINSULA, Mich. (WJMN) — The fishing was largely “good” and “successful” for most anglers in the Upper Peninsula according to the latest fishing report from the Department of Natural Resources. Information came in from anglers around at least 11 locations in the U.P. last week, with many saying which lures were landing the best […]
All proceeds from Elkhart car show to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana
ELKHART — Car enthusiasts are gearing up for the third annual Willie Weeks Memorial Classic Car & Truck Show where all proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana. In remembrance of Navy veteran Willie Weeks, who was a supporter of many local charities before he passed away on Feb. 21,...
Hanes Resigns From Etna Green Town Council
ETNA GREEN - Etna Green Town Councilman Jason Hanes resigned from the board Wednesday, effective immediately. Kosciusko County Republican Central Committee Chairman Mike Ragan made the announcement Wednesday night. Eligible applicants for the position must be residents of the town of Etna Green and Republicans in good standing. Since fewer...
McCollum Named Michigan City Superintendent
(Michigan City, IN) - The public school district in Michigan City has a new superintendent. Dr. Wendel McCollum has been appointed to replace Dr. Barbara Eason-Watkins, who retired last week. McCollum has served as the MCAS Associate Superintendent since 2016. As such, he has already been overseeing daily operations, Human...
Tribune invites public to community discussion on lead in South Bend soil
A recent Tribune story reported on elevated lead levels in South Bend soil — a problem tied to the lead paint used in older homes. A Tribune forum on Aug. 14 will feature a panel of experts discussing the issue, offering information on testing and remedial actions that can be taken. Lead can...
US-12 garage sale returns this weekend
Michigan's longest garage sale is this weekend. This is the series of garage sales that run the length of US-12 each year from New Buffalo to Detroit. Garage sale goers will find typical items like clothes, toys and furniture, along with fresh produce, homemade jams and even live entertainment. Police...
Sunny, cooler, and breezy heading into the weekend
More sunny weather is on deck today with highs feeling cooler in the mid 70s alongside wind gusts of 20-25 mph across Michiana. Even higher local wind speed values off Lake Michigan will make for conditions too dangerous to swim in the lake both today and tomorrow. Lows feel brisk in the upper 50s tonight while we stay mostly clear with this weekend's highs remaining in the mid to upper 70s through Sunday. Mostly sunny to completely sunny conditions occupy the sky through the start of next week. Overall humidity remains low, but dewpoints will begin to climb starting next Monday.
Berrien County Health Department issues warning for high E. coli levels in swimming areas
The Berrien County Health Department has issued a warning for high E. coli levels in several swimming areas. The high E. coli levels are due to recent heavy rain. Beaches in Berrien County that are closed include: Union Pier, Warren Dunes, Weko, Jean Klock Park, and Rocky Gap. Swimming is...
Redevelopment Commission votes to move forward with phase 2 of ‘Drewry’s Brewery’ clean up
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The 18-acre eyesore on the city’s Northwest Side, that was once home to Drewry’s Brewery is another step closer to new life after years of neglect. Phase one on the site is about 60 percent complete. With all known environmental contaminates out. Now, the...
The History Museum of South Bend hosts dedication ceremony for J.D. Oliver Marker
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The History Museum in South Bend hosts a dedication ceremony for a new state historical marker. J.D. Oliver and his home, Copshaholm, were honored on Thursday. Oliver was one of the biggest businessmen in the world in the 1800s. The Oliver family were vital to...
Curtis Walton Boulevard takes the name of South Bend intersection
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The intersection of Lombardy and Washington was renamed in honor of the late Curtis Walton. Walton was a beloved figure in the South Bend Community. He served in the South Bend Police Department for 25 years, retiring as a lieutenant in 1999. He continued to...
This week's ABC57 Cub Reporter is Kohbey VanHoozer
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- This week's ABC57 Cub Reporter, 14-year-old Kohbey VanHoozer, got to sit down with South Bend Cubs Pitcher Grant Kipp. VanHoozer talked with Kipp about being a South Bend Cubs Pitcher, what other positions he played growing up, and what his biggest moment in baseball was. If...
Worth the wait. The Cascade, Prime Steak & Seafood aims for world-class dining and views
The first thing noticeable about downtown South Bend’s newest fine-dining restaurant is its modern and light interior finishes as well as its expansive windows overlooking the cascade on the St. Joseph River. “The location and the space, for sure, are world class,” Matt Soutra, vice president of operations at Navarre Hospitality Group, says Tuesday prior to the first of two soft openings at the new restaurant appropriately named Cascade, Prime Steak & Seafood. ...
Honorable Michael Gotsch Sr. retires after 40 years
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — For Judge Gotsch all roads have always led to South Bend and that love for the city has never wavered. Leaving the Army with the rank of Captain, Gotsch eventually worked toward two terms as a Circuit Court Judge. The last 8 years he...
Jake Cesare wins Division I-dominant Golfweek Hoosier Amateur, then it's back to 12th grade
Jake Cesare couldn’t put it off any longer. On Friday morning, the 17-year-old reported to the first day of his senior year at Westfield (Indiana) High School. He was a day late. Cesare had other business to attend to when the doors opened at Westfield on Thursday. After two...
2024 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest winners announced
Yesterday, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture announced the winners of the 2024 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. The winning photographs will be displayed in the lieutenant governor’s Family of Business offices in Indianapolis throughout the next year. “Indiana has so many gifted photographers that...
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