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Nice, if humid, weekend may lead into severe thunderstorms on Tuesday in South Bend area
A pretty nice weekend could lead to some severe storms on Tuesday. That's according to The Tribune's reporting partners at WNDU-TV. WNDU meteorologist Andrew Whitmyer predicted a few isolated storms Friday night followed by a lovely Saturday for most of the South Bend region. Whitmyer said, "99% of us should...
Illinois Gambler Wins $536K From $5 Bet At Four Winds Casinos’ Slot Machine
A gambler from Schaumburg, Illinois, won $536,614.25 on a $5 bet on April 28 while playing at Dollar Storm Wild Ninja slot machine at the Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, Michigan. The winner chose to remain anonymous. Illinois gambler joined other Four Winds Casinos’ winners. Four Winds...
Mother-Daughter Duo turns tassels together at Notre Dame graduation this weekend
NOTRE DAME, Ind. -- Like mother, like daughter. One pair of Notre Dame graduates share more than just notes and professors, they share the same DNA!. It was around 2020 when Kelley Wright decided to pursue a master's degree. Being a South Bend native, a Marian High School and Saint...
Elkhart man sentenced to 51 months in prison for firearm offense
SOUTH BEND, Ind. - The United States Attorney’s Office Northern District of Indiana announced 24-year-old Nathan Keosackdy of Elkhart was found guilty of being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm after a two-day trial in November 2023. Keosackdy has been sentenced to 51 months in prison, followed...
Girls on the Run holds annual 5K in South Bend
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - The annual “Girls on the Run 5K” at Potawatomi Park celebrated the end of an eight-week program for third grade through eighth grade girls here in Michiana. As part of the program, the girls not only trained for the run but learned self-confidence...
Homespun Spring Artisan Market features more than 100 area vendors
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — The Homespun Spring Artisan Market returns to the area this weekend. More than 100 booths will feature handmade and vintage items, artwork, plants and more from area business owners. There will also be live musicians and food trucks. The event kicks off at 9...
Miss Margie is ready for adoption and a new plot twist in her life
“She’s so fluffy!” Agnes would certainly squeal if she saw Miss Margie. Miss Margie is currently residing in the “fluffy” room of cats at Pet Refuge. She is a 10-year-old domestic long hair with the most vibrant green eyes. When she was first brought to Pet Refuge she was confused and missing her people. This senior was the very definition of “being a scaredy cat.” Miss Margie is resilient though and is slowly becoming more comfortable with people and she is now curious enough to desire interaction with them. She longs for love and attention. If you have a lap that isn’t being used, this sweet beauty would be happy to curl up on it and watch a little television with you. Evidently, her favorite show is “The Young and the Restless” and if you enjoy watching daytime TV, then Miss Margie is the purr-fect fit. Call today to set up a meet and greet with Miss Margie and be ready to discuss life’s next plot twist.
Michiana Walleye Association hosts kids' fishing derby Saturday
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WSBT) — The Michiana Walleye Association is holding a kids fishing derby!. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, with free bait, and rods and reels provided. Kids ages 4-12 are welcome to join the competition at 13040 Day Road in Mishawaka. Registration...
Mall increases security following weekend indoor shooting
MISHAWAKA — University Park Mall will increase security out of an abundance of caution, it said in a press release Monday, following an indoor shooting May 11. "We are committed to maintaining a strong security program that includes numerous measures in addition to staying in close collaboration with local law enforcement," a spokesperson said in the press release.
South Bend homeowners seek clarity regarding inconsistent property assessments
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — Property owners in one South Bend neighborhood are frustrated by their properties assessed value, saying something doesn't add up. They say that while their homes are almost identical, their property values are not the same. Homeowners who live in the Southhampton Villa development on...
Late-night shot put steals the show at Penn boys track sectional that took two days to end
MISHAWAKA — Gage Goralski cocked his left leg back one time. Then a second. Then a third. On the fourth time, he moved his whole body as well, lunging forward to throw the shot put one last time. It landed 51 feet and 3 inches later, bringing an end to night one of the Penn boys track and field sectional at 10:34 p.m. ...
Green Thumb: Shade Perennials
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 Shade Perennials!. Green Thumb on WSBT22 is sponsored by Ginger Valley Garden Center. Visit them at 15065 St. Rd. 23 Granger, IN 46530. Hours: Mon-Fri:...
‘Ollie Strong’: ‘Human Etch-A-Sketch’ runs through Niles for local child battling cancer
NILES — Community members gathered at Riverfront Park Saturday morning – decked out in “Ollie Strong” t-shirts – to honor and support Ollie Gauthier, a local child battling cancer. Iowa resident Rik Zortman, known as the “Human Etch-A-Sketch,” ran through downtown Niles using GPS to spell the words “Twins” and “Gabe,” in honor of Ollie […] The post ‘Ollie Strong’: ‘Human Etch-A-Sketch’ runs through Niles for local child battling cancer appeared first on Leader Publications.
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