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South Bend Tribune
American fare, live music, loyal customers keep Phoenix soaring
MISHAWAKA — On Sept. 5, 1872, a fire that began in a barn along the alley of West Second Street in Mishawaka took out 49 buildings in downtown Mishawaka and 82 businesses — totaling $140,000, or the equivalent of $3.4 million today, in damages. The fire marked a somber yet resilient time for the Mishawaka community, and from those ashes rose the Phoenix Building on Main Street and Lincolnway. Constructed in 1873 by John Niles, Henry Niles, Joseph Burt and Buford Holcomb, the three-story brick building served the city as an Opera House, First National Bank of Mishawaka and the Century Club — a social club and community space. Well over a century later, it holds the Phoenix Bar & Grill , an American fare bar with history placed on the walls and a thirst for live music. It also just happens to be one of the only establishments in the Michiana area where a customer can enjoy a cigarette and a sandwich at the same time. From vacant to vibrant Owned by Rich Kelly, the Phoenix building was transformed into the bar it is today in 2001, years after Kelly’s father, Don, bought it. The restaurant officially opened in
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La Casa de Amistad Hosts Day of the Dead Family Festival
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — La Casa de Amistad hosted a family festival celebrating Día de Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead. The traditional holiday in Mexico and Latino communities is a time to remember and honor loved ones who have died. Families keep their...
Times-Union Newspaper
Warsaw Theatre Brings “Clue: High School Edition” To The Performing Arts Center
This weekend, people can see Warsaw Theatre’s “Clue: High School Edition” at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center. Cast members are split into two productions: the Witty Cast and the Clever Cast. Blaine Jenkins, who is playing Mr. Green in the Clever Cast, said “Clue: High School Edition”...
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ABC57's Siara Carpenter stopped by Haunted Halloween Hustle in Goshen
GOSHEN, Ind. -- The Haunted Halloween Hustle walk/run is taking place on the Pumpkinvine Trail on Halloween. Attendees can participate in the 1 mile, 3 miles, 5 miles, 10k, and the half-marathon courses. There will also be a costume contest. All proceeds will benefit Community 321. For more information, click...
Times-Union Newspaper
Milford Library Board Votes To Reduce Service Charges
MILFORD – The Milford Public Library is nearing completion of an initiative to update its technology services to patrons and reduce costs. Key benefits to patrons include simpler logins, reduced service charges and the ability to make payments with credit and debit cards, according to a provided news release.
Times-Union Newspaper
Annual Spooktacular Scares Up Thousands To Downtown Warsaw
Pennywise, Toy Story 5 and Willy Wonka characters, Jedis and a cast of Disney characters and other things that go bump in the night walked from vendor to vendor Friday evening for the annual Downtown Warsaw Spooktacular. Main Street Warsaw Events Coordinator Nora Christiansen explained, “Spooktacular is a great event...
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Library and History Center bring Holiday Magic with Santa and live reindeer Nov. 21
NILES, Mich. (WSBT) — A holiday event featuring Santa, live reindeer and seasonal activities is coming to Niles this November. The Niles District Library and Niles History Center are organizing Holiday Magic on Saturday, November 21, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities will take place at several locations, including the library at 620 East Main Street.
WNDU
Times-Union Newspaper
Nationally Acclaimed Wagon Wheel Center For The Arts Announces Search For Executive Director
Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts has announced the search for an executive director who will help lead the organization through its next chapter of growth. The executive director will work in close partnership with Wagon Wheel Executive Artistic Director Scott Michaels with both leaders reporting directly to the Board of Directors and sharing executive authority for the overall health and mission of the organization, according to a provided news release.
WNDU
Going trick-or-treating? Here’s some tips for a safe Halloween
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Halloween is meant to be fun, but keeping our little ghosts and goblins safe should always come first. Beacon Health System family medicine physicians and pediatricians are encouraging families to make safety a priority. They recommend the following safety tips:. Make costumes visible. Families should...
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WMU's "Kinky Boots" puts heart, heels and drag on stage
Western Michigan University Theatre opens Kinky Boots Friday, Oct. 30, in Shaw Theatre, with performances scheduled through Nov 15. Jay Berkow, professor of music theatre and the show's director, and senior Alyssa Hyska, its co-choreographer, join Cara Lieurance for a look behind the scenes. With music and lyrics by Cyndi...
panoramanow.com
Saturday Night Concert Live Series on WVLP
BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! WVLP, is hosting a “Saturday Concert Night Live Series” on WVLP Radio! Every Saturday Night From 7pm – 9pm! The First Concert is Blues Man Peter Fetters, on Saturday, October 31st, A member of the Detroit Blues Society. Celebrating Local Music. Showcasing Local Talent. Connecting...
FOX6Now.com Milwaukee
Writers for new 'Avatar' show, 'Seven Havens', hail from Midwest
"Avatar: Seven Havens" Executive Producer Sehaj Sethi and Story Editor Chad Quandt both come from the Midwest and now work on the new animated series. Sethi comes from the greater Chicago area, but now resides in St. Paul, Minnesota, while Quandt hails from South Bend, Indiana. "Avatar: Seven Havens" is...
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WNDU
South Bend museums host annual Trunk-or-Treat event
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Halloween came early to the Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum on Wednesday!. Families packed both museums for the free, annual Trunk-or-Treat event. Children 13 and younger collected treats while exploring the galleries. The night also featured a spooky skeleton scavenger hunt. Nonfood treats...