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Former Notre Dame quarterback named ABC’s next ‘Bachelor’

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Former Notre Dame quarterback and current Washington Commanders practice squad member Sam Hartman has been named ABC’s next “Bachelor.”. Hartman will star in the hit-series’ 30th season, premiering on Sunday, March 21, 2027. Hartman played one season at Notre Dame after transferring...

South Bend, IN · 21h
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SBN travelers react to FAA ground stop

SOUTH BEND, Ind (WSBT) — Here at home, that nationwide FAA ground stop delayed departures at South Bend International Airport earlier Friday. When the FAA issued the nationwide ground stop, travel plans at South Bend International Airport were suddenly put on hold. "My sister called me. I had, I...

South Bend, IN · 13h
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Northern Indiana Seafood Lovers Fill Their Plates With Crab Legs At These 5 All-You-Can-Eat Buffets

Crab legs have a funny way of turning a regular dinner out into a small event. You crack, you dip, you go back for more, and nobody at the table is in a hurry. Northern Indiana has a solid lineup of all-you-can-eat buffets where snow crab and other seafood share the spotlight with sushi, hibachi grills, and prime rib. This list covers five of them, from a casino buffet in South Bend to a family favorite in Auburn, with stops in Mishawaka and Fort Wayne along the way.

South Bend, IN · 13h
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Plainwell 7 Brew Shares Opening Date, And Another Michigan Location May Be Coming Soon

A new 7 Brew is getting ready to open in Plainwell, and a Facebook post has Southwest Michigan wondering if Sturgis is next.

Plainwell, MI · 22h

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Local record store offers a place to discover new music beyond digital platforms

This story was produced by a collaborative team of students from the Community-Engaged Digital Storytelling (CEDST) Lab at Western Michigan University. It is a joint project with the Southwest Michigan Journalism Collaborative and its equitable community development reporting project. Still images were captured by local photographer Taylor Scamehorn. Michael Evans,...

Kalamazoo, MI · 3d

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Late migrants seen at Sarrett Nature Center

Two long-distance, neotropical migrant birds have been seen in recent weeks, past their average departure dates, at Sarett Nature Center. On Oct. 23, an adult male ruby-throated hummingbird was seen visiting a hummingbird feeder at Sarett Nature Center’s interpretive building. It was present through at least Oct. 25. Only the adult male ruby-throated hummingbird has the red, iridescent throat feathers, which are not present on the adult female or immature birds hatched in 2026.

Berrien County, MI · 2d

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Grab The Whole Family And Head To This Michigan Restaurant Boasting Its Very Own Playground

Somewhere in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a restaurant looked at the standard dining experience and decided it simply wasn’t trying hard enough. The Backyard of Kalamazoo is what happened next. This is a place that serves smashburgers and smoked whitefish dip and Bavarian pretzels, and also gives your kids a lawn...

Kalamazoo, MI · 3d

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Michigan sub shop will offer 47% discount to celebrate 47th anniversary

PORTAGE, MI — The family-owned sub shop Jersey Giant Subs turns 47 this fall, and it’s celebrating with the largest discount the company has ever offered. On Wednesday, Nov. 18, every sub on the menu will be offered at 47% off, all day long. Jersey Giant is a...

Portage, MI · 1d

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Kalamazoo grocery store seeks volunteer to provide Thanksgiving meals for families

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A grocery store on Kalamazoo’s northside is working to help feed families for Thanksgiving as customers face higher prices for fruits, vegetables and meat. Park Street Market owner Kiar Gamsho told News Channel 3 he's asking the community to come together to help people who...

Kalamazoo, MI · 14h

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This Cozy Indiana Lakeside Tavern Serves Up Specialty Burgers Right On A Sun-Soaked Waterfront Patio

Some restaurants are just places to eat. Others become the kind of spot you talk about long after you leave. A burger joint overlooking Simonton Lake in Elkhart, Indiana delivers hand-crafted burgers, crispy sides, and waterfront views that make the meal feel like part of the experience. The relaxed atmosphere invites people to slow down, whether they arrive by car or after a day on the water.

Elkhart, IN · 3d

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Toliver finding peace out on the water

Basketball was Lucas Toliver’s first love. Starting in the third grade, he spent hours and yearsperfecting his shot, crafting his ball-handling skills and ultimately becoming a record-breaking scorer at Paw Paw High School before playing for three years at Western Michigan University. Then, it all ended, and without basketball,...

Paw Paw, MI · 1d

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‘Now is the right time’

11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday (closed Monday and Tuesday). You could say history has always played a part in Lynn and Jed Robertson’s relationship. On the afternoon of the interview for this story, they were celebrating the 18th anniversary of the day they met at an underground film festival in Chicago: Nov. 4, 2008, the day Barack Obama was elected President.

Kalamazoo, MI · 2d

Sturgis Journal

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Sturgis invites residents to 'Chocolate in the City'

The Sturgis Downtown Development Authority is presenting "Chocolate in the City" from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 13 in downtown Sturgis, according to a community announcement. Organizers are selling custom chocolate boxes for $15 each. Quantities are limited and boxes must be purchased before the event. Payment is by cash or check. Participants will take their empty custom box to participating downtown businesses during the event and fill the box with chocolates at each stop. More: LaGrange church hosts annual craft bazaar event How the event works Boxes will not be available for purchase the night of the event. Community members interested in participating are encouraged to buy a box in advance. The event is being promoted through the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce, Willers Shoes and Olive Fresh, which are listed on event materials. Event details What: "Chocolate in the City"Where: Downtown SturgisWhen: Nov. 13, 5:30-8 p.m.Cost: $15 per custom chocolate boxPayment: Cash or checkAvailability: Limited quantities; advance purchase required Subscribe: Follow this story. Subscribe to the Sturgis News Journal This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct .

Sturgis, MI · 3d

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Journeyman Distillery offers new batch of seasonal cocktails

Summer is light and frothy, calling for cocktails that refresh and reinvigorate us from the heat and sun. But as we sadly know, now that it’s November, summer is over, and what we drink needs to match the season. At Journeyman Distillery, a grain-to-bottle certified organic distillery in Three...

Three Oaks, MI · 2d

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Indiana Seafood Lovers Head To These 5 Fish Fry Halls Every Friday Night

Friday night in Indiana has its own tradition, and it usually involves a paper plate of fried fish in a hall run by veterans or a community club. These are not fancy restaurants. They are Legion posts, VFW halls, and club buildings where the doors open to neighbors and the...

Indiana · 1d

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Indiana Families Have Gathered Around These 5 Amish Country Buffet Tables For Generations

Some Indiana traditions come with a plate, a fork, and a second trip to the dessert table. Across the state, from the buggy roads of Elkhart and LaGrange counties to the quiet farmland of Daviess County, Amish-style buffets have become the place where birthdays, after-church lunches, and road trips all land.

Indiana · 3d

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This Indiana Chinese Buffet Proves You Don’t Need a Big City to Find Great Asian Food

A small-town Chinese restaurant in northern Indiana pours bubble tea next to Panang curry and crab rangoon. That combo alone got my attention. It also brings back a Sunday buffet, which feels like a little weekly reward. The menu covers Chinese and Thai dishes, from Mongolian beef to pad see...

Goshen, IN · 2d

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Meet Cruz, the Cuddle-Loving Lap Dog

11-13-2026 — Maria from the Humane Society of Elkhart County introduces Cruz, a friendly two-year-old lap dog who greets everyone with plenty of kisses and cuddles. Know someone doing amazing things? Have an upcoming event or a local business we should feature? Tell us about it! Follow us on social media and send your ideas to HTL@WSBT.com.

Elkhart County, IN · 19h