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Meet Mr. Nate: Bittersweet’s beloved custodian
MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - It’s a “bittersweet” moment as another school year has come and gone, but before we get lost in the hustle and bustle of pool parties and backyard bonfires, there is still one story to tell. Christine Karsten learned about a superhero who walks...
Rev. Robert Dowd officially begins tenure as Notre Dame president
June has begun and so has a new era in Notre Dame’s long history. The Rev. Robert Dowd officially has succeeded the Rev. John Jenkins as the 18th president in the university’s history. Dowd, affectionately known as Father Bob, was greeted appropriately on social media:. Dowd’s time as...
Days before South Bend Clay High School's closure, seniors commit to continuing its legacy
SOUTH BEND — Community is what makes Clay High School special to two of its graduating seniors. As Clay seniors say goodbye to the place that formed their high school memories, they take comfort in the legacy of Clay that will live on through its graduates. That sense of community will continue on, two seniors say.
Students reflect on last days of Clay High School
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — Friday marked the very last day for Clay High School and not just for summer but for good. Underclassmen will wrap up exams and say their goodbyes Friday afternoon. Seniors finished two days early. Seniors had words of wisdom and positivity to share as...
College students seek mental health diagnosis to improve support
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — We have seen an increase in young adults being diagnosed as neurodivergent in the past decade. As this group of new graduates enter the workforce they are challenging traditional business models. The Student Engagement office at IU South Bend is the first point of...
Local schools bridging summer gap with academic programming, camps, meals and more
BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. --Summer break is a relief for most, and students at Ballard Elementary School in Niles say they're excited to close their textbooks for a couple months. Vikings tell me they're looking forward to trips to the beach or the pool, even the zoo. Some are just excited to be able to spend more time with friends, or outdoors.
Watch Tyler Buchner as a High School Wide Receiver
Few, if any, have ever had the college athletic career arc of Tyler Buchner. Buchner entered Notre Dame as a four-star quarterback in 2021 and was thought to be the next great Fighting Irish signal caller. 2022 saw him enter the year as the starter but an injury in the second game took away the rest of his regular season, but he was able to return for the Gator Bowl win over South Carolina where he walked away with game MVP honors. Upon the arrival of Sam Hartman from the transfer portal, Buchner transferred to Alabama to reunite with former Irish playcaller Tommy...
Michigan roundup: Edwardsburg sweeps baseball, softball districts; four total area teams advance
The first weekend of June meant several Michigan High School Athletic Association baseball and softball district champions being crowned across the state. In the South Bend area, three baseball and two softball districts were contested. IHSAA girls tennis:SB Saint Joseph claims elusive state title with 3-2 decision over Fishers. In...
Swanson Traditional School 5th grade Commencement
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - Summer break is officially here for thousands of Michiana school children. The last day of school marks an important milestone for grade school kids who are moving on to middle school. And to mark this special milestone at South Bend’s Swanson Traditional School, there was...
PHOTO STORY: Niles High School graduates Class of 2024
NILES — A day 13 years in the making arrived for Niles High School seniors Thursday night. 178 seniors took the field at Vikings Stadium for the 162nd Niles High School commencement ceremony Thursday evening. Friends, family and community members gathered in the stands to see off the Class of 2024. “Each of you embody […] The post PHOTO STORY: Niles High School graduates Class of 2024 appeared first on Leader Publications.
Penn softball to IHSAA Class 4A semistate final after win over Lake Central
WEST LAFAYETTE — Penn softball went to its bread and butter to advance to the Class 4A semistate championship game. Utilizing its speed, the Kingsmen played small ball in the bottom of the fourth, scoring four runs in the frame to beat Lake Central, 4-2. Penn (27-6), the defending 4A state champion, will play Hamilton Southeastern (23-4) in the championship game Monday at 11 a.m. at Harrison High School in West Lafayette. The title game was postponed...
SB Saint Joseph wins first girls tennis state title since 2010
INDIANAPOLIS (WSBT) — South Bend Saint Joseph beat Fishers, 3-2 to claim its third-ever state title in girls' tennis and first since 2010. 1. Molly Bellia (12) Saint Joseph def. Mischa Briggs (11) Fishers 6-1, 6-3 2. Ashi Amalnathan (12) Saint Joseph def. Madelyn Barron (12) Fishers 6-0, 6-1.
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