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South Bend man who robbed Fifth Third sentenced to prison
A South Bend senior citizen who robbed the Fifth Third Bank in Cassopolis last year was sentenced to prison Friday in Cass County Circuit Court. The post South Bend man who robbed Fifth Third sentenced to prison appeared first on Leader Publications.
South Bend Venues Parks & Arts gives away free trees at Arbor Day event
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Arbor Day was technically two weeks ago, but that didn’t stop South Bend Venues Parks & Arts (SBVPA) from hosting another free tree giveaway for the community on Saturday morning. Today’s event was held at Howard Park. The first tree giveaway was held two...
Tuesday's confirmed EF-1 tornado leaves damage behind in Twin Lakes
TWIN LAKES, Mich. - Twin Lakes is a mixture of locals and vacationers in Cass County and the common statement made to ABC57 was that they've never seen anything like this storm come through their town. The tornado which touched down Tuesday, is now confirmed to have been an EF-1...
Open Air Market holds seasonal grand opening in Bridgman
BRIDGMAN, Mich. (WSBT) — Sunday marks the opening day for Bridgman's Open Air Market. The market is the most diverse farmers market in southwest Michigan and features homegrown flowers, freshly baked goods, locally sourced food, handcrafted items, and much more. Visitors can also chat with vendors while enjoying live...
Wishing the ABC57 moms a happy Mother's Day
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- On this Mother's Day, we at ABC57 want to especially thank our own mothers who have sacrificed so much in order for everyone here to be where they are today. Happy Mother's Day to every mother out there who gives so much for their children.
Red Cross to set up canteen for those affected by tornado in Twin Lakes
The American Red Cross will be on site in Dowagiac Thursday afternoon to assist those impacted by the tornado in the Twin Lakes area of Dowagiac. The post Red Cross to set up canteen for those affected by tornado in Twin Lakes appeared first on Leader Publications.
Clear and quiet tonight, sunny for Mother's Day
If you were not able to see the auroras last night, you have another chance tonight! Mostly clear skies and lows in the mid 40s are in the forecast heading into early tomorrow morning. On Mother's Day, expect primarily sunny skies with temperatures climbing into the upper 70s by the afternoon. We'll wrap up the rest of the weekend quietly, but the start of the next work week brings showers and thunderstorms into the picture Monday afternoon via a cold front from the north. The wet weather continues on Tuesday in the form of rain showers throughout our area, but the precipitation tapers off Tuesday night.
Man who struck acquaintance with vehicle sentenced locally
A Michigan man has been given a hefty sentence in Defiance County Common Pleas Court for trying to run over an acquaintance in 2022 during an argument. Judge Joseph Schmenk sentenced Garry Pond II, 37, Cassopolis, Mich., to a six- to nine-year prison term on two counts of felonious assault, each a second-degree felony. A charge of attempted murder, a first-degree felony, was dismissed as part of the plea agreement...
Bids preparing to go out for AEP renovation
Plans are coming along for the county’s expected move into the former AEP office building in Buchanan. Thursday, County Commissioner Jim Curran reported that the county is preparing to go out for quotes on renovating the building so it can house a number of county offices. The post Bids preparing to go out for AEP renovation appeared first on Leader Publications.
Green Thumb: Endless Summer Hydrangeas
May is here and so is spring! Ginger Valley has the type of flowers you need as well! Greg from Ginger Valley shows off the Endless Summer Hydrangeas!. Green Thumb on WSBT22 is sponsored by Ginger Valley Garden Center. Visit them at 15065 St. Rd. 23 Granger, IN 46530. Hours:...
South Bend Police aims to increase community building with e-bikes on patrol
SOUTH BEND — The South Bend Police Department revealed its new policing tool — e-bikes — just in time for Michiana Bike to Work week, hoping to build relationships in the community while continuing an efficient patrol throughout the city. Michiana Bike to Work — May 13 to 17 — promotes community...
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