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This Charming Indiana Town Proves Retirement Dreams Don’t Require A Lottery Win Or Fortune

Nobody told you that the best retirement destination in the Midwest was hiding in plain sight, right there in north-central Indiana. Peru, Indiana has been quietly delivering the good life to anyone smart enough to show up, and it’s about time the rest of the world caught on. Let’s...

Peru, IN · 2d
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Five Indiana Pizza Joints Have Been Tossing Dough Since Your Grandparents Were Dating

Some pizza places come and go faster than a Friday night delivery. These five Indiana spots have stuck around for more than half a century, serving pies since the 1960s and early 1970s. Grandparents probably shared a booth at one of them before anyone had a cell phone. If you...

Indiana · 4d
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Skip The Chains And Grab A Coney At These 4 Old Indiana Hot Dog Counters

Indiana has a coney dog habit, and it runs deeper than most people realize. In Fort Wayne and Kokomo, small independent counters have been ladling meat sauce over hot dogs for generations, long before drive-thru menus took over every highway exit. These spots are simple, cheap, and proudly local. Some...

Fort Wayne, IN · 3d
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Science Teacher Goes Viral for Being the ‘Real-Life’ Miss Frizzle of ‘Magic School Bus’

Lisa Herring, a science teacher at McKinley Alternative School in Kokomo, Indiana, decided to put a little pizzazz in her official school photo, taking the snap with her class’ bearded dragon Rango Kippling. The portrait, which her niece shared on Threads, quickly went viral with charmed social media users...

Kokomo, IN · 22h
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Morgana the tiger to leave Potawatomi Zoo

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - A beloved resident at Potawatomi Zoo is preparing to pack her bags for a brand new home!. Morgana, the zoo’s 13-year-old Amur tiger, will be moving to another accredited facility in just a few weeks as part of a species survival recommendation. Potawatomi Zoo...

South Bend, IN · 2d

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Slack on Flicks: “Godzilla Minus Zero” is Anything But...

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - “Godzilla Minus Zero” is a worthy sequel that brings back the destruction and emotional storytelling that made “Godzilla Minus One” so memorable. The movie follows the same group of characters as they try to move on with their lives two years...

South Bend, IN · 13h

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Bon Jovi announces upcoming concert date at Notre Dame Stadium

Fans of the longtime r ock band Bon Jovi will soon hear “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “You Give Love a Bad Name” and “It’s My Life” in South Bend. Jon Bon Jovi announced on social media that the 2018 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee will perform at Notre Dame Stadium on Oct 2, 2027. It will be Bon Jovi’s first-ever show in South Bend. “FIGHTING IRISH ...we had to share the Forever Tour with you...See you in 2027, Notre Dame,” Jon Bon Jovi said. Jon Bon Jovi is a longtime fan and supporter of Notre Dame. His son, Jesse Bongiovi, is a 2017 graduate of the school and walked onto the football team in 2013. FIGHTING IRISH ... we had to share the Forever Tour with you ... See you in 2027, Notre Dame 🍀 Sign up for presale now at https://t.co/MgZICzGROb Artist presale starts Wednesday, Nov 11 at 10AM local. General on sale Friday, Nov 13. pic.twitter.com/XhhJfkMW05 — Jon Bon Jovi (@jonbonjovi) November 5, 2026 Contact/Follow us @IrishWireND on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Notre Dame news, notes and opinions. Follow Kevin on X: @KevLSmittie This article

South Bend, IN · 2d

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Warsaw Community Skate Park Provides Another Type Of Active Recreation

Rain kept skateboarders from fully trying out the new Warsaw Community Skate Park on Friday, but it didn’t stop the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the new amenity at Richardson-Dubois Park along East Market Street. Warsaw Parks and Recreation Department Superintendent Larry Plummer said, “This has been...

Warsaw, IN · 2d

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Only Locals Seem To Know About These 5 Indiana Lake-Town Cafes Open All Winter

Indiana lake towns get quiet once the boats come out of the water and the summer crowds head home. The beaches empty, the docks sit bare, and a lot of seasonal spots lock their doors until spring. A handful of small cafes keep the lights on all winter, though, and...

Indiana · 2d

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City of Elkhart Parks and Recreation Presents Winterfest

WVPE is a media sponsor for The City Of Elkhart Parks and Recreation presenting WinterFest. This all-day event is open to all in downtown Elkhart on Saturday, December 5th, 2026. The lighted parade kicks off at six pm with a route down Main Street from Harrison Street to Lexington Avenue. A tree lighting follows the parade. This is an opportunity to get into the holiday spirit, and to connect with the community.

Elkhart, IN · 3d

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2nd Chance Pet: Meet Jester the black cat with Mary Powell!

MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - Jester, a black cat about 6 months old, is this week’s Second Chance Pet from Pet Refuge. Mary Powell of Pet Refuge brought Jester to the studio. She said he is looking for a home. Powell said Jester likes attention and being petted. She said...

Mishawaka, IN · 2d

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Midwest Museum of Midwest Museum of Art hosting first annual Holiday Mart in Elkhart

ELKHART, IN (WSBT) — The Midwest Museum of Art is hosting its first annual Holiday Mart!. The Museum is highlighting its Elkhart Juried Regional Art Exhibition, showcasing the region's artistic talent. The Holiday Mart has unique gifts for everyone on your gift list. The event is free to attend...

Elkhart, IN · 2d

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What concerts are happening in the South Bend area from Nov. 9 to 15?

Here’s a list of concerts throughout the Michiana area. Don’t miss out on hearing and seeing your favorite artist this week. Concerts are free unless otherwise stated. Concerts for the week of Nov. 9-15, 2026: BERRIEN SPRINGS Nov. 14: The Andrews University Wind Symphony presents “A Symphonic Voyage” at 7:30 p.m. at the Howard Performing Arts Center, 4160 E. Campus Circle Drive. The concert will feature a musical journey through diverse cultures and regions, with selections inspired by the American West, Europe, East Asia and the Middle East. Tickets: $6.50-$1.50; howard.andrews.edu . Nov. 15: Sunday Music Series at Andrews University presents pianist Chi Yong Yun at 4 p.m. at the Howard Performing Arts Center, 4160 E. Campus Circle Drive. No tickets are required for this concert. COLOMA NOV. 14: Filkins Vineyards, 6991 Ryno Road, presents Kody Bryant from 1 to 4 p.m. Seating is first come first serve; filkinsvineyards.com/upcoming-events/ . ELKHART Nov. 12: The Ruthmere Arts and History Campus will continue its 2026 Fall Concert Series with the Shea-Kim Duo in the Game Room of Ruthmere Mansion, 302 E. Beardsley Ave. at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. This award-winning husband and wife duo, Brendan Shea and Yerin Kim,

South Bend, IN · 10h

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Kathy Spalding Collects And Builds Vintage Dollhouses

ELKHART COUNTY – Spanning back hundreds of years, dollhouses have been a part of many people’s childhoods and family heirloom collections. Ready built dollhouses have been sold for decades, and do it yourself building kits had risen to popularity in the 1970s and into the 80s. After the decline in dollhouse kit manufacturing and children’s toys evolving to replace the miniature structures, kits were phased out. But avid collectors and enthusiasts still take the time to search for still intact buildable structures.

Elkhart County, IN · 10d

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Notre Dame Moves College Football Game to Make Room for Legendary 80s Rock Band

With the college football season underway, Notre Dame found itself barely in the playoffs with a 7-1 record. Hoping to climb the ranks, the team prepared to take on the No. 1 team, Miami. A crucial game for the Fighting Irish, it seemed that the university was already looking ahead to the 2027 season. And the reason had little to do with football, as the legendary Bon Jovi announced they would be performing at the historic stadium. The only problem – the Fighting Irish had a football game that same day. The main word being “had.”

Notre Dame, IN · 4d

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Regulars Keep Returning For Fried Fish By The Pound At This Tiny South Milford, Indiana Fish Shack

Some of the best meals in northeast Indiana come out of buildings small enough to miss on a quick drive. In South Milford, a little roadside shack has built a loyal crowd by selling fried fish the old-fashioned way: by the pound. People drive in from Fort Wayne and beyond,...

South Milford, IN · 22h

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Dog sled classes in Elkhart Nov.21

ELKHART, Ind. -- Elkhart County Parks is offering a dog sledding class in partnership with Heartland Mushers Association on Nov. 21. Taking place from 1-3 p.m., the dog sledding lessons will cover the basics of dryland mushing. Attendees are encouraged to bring their dogs to see if they have what...

Elkhart, IN · 1d

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Mishawaka 7 Brew soft opening causes long lines, traffic

MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - If Main Street in Mishawaka has felt busier than usual, that’s because it is!. Popular nationwide coffee chain 7 Brew has had people lined up and down the street — and the business isn’t even officially open yet. The location is giving out...

Mishawaka, IN · 3d

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Programming for new skate park in Warsaw will ramp up next spring

WARSAW — Stephanie Schaefer was as thrilled as anyone — including the many youth — who turned out Friday to celebrate the opening of the new city skate park on the west end of Richardson-Dubois Park in Warsaw. The city’s recreation director began her work with the...

Warsaw, IN · 2d