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Potawatomi Conservatories (dating back to the 1920s) will get a major upgrade after the redevelopment commission approved $200,000 to inspect and design new glass, waterproofing, HVAC and shade systems.

Construction will begin in Spring 2027 and the project is expected to cost over $1 million.

Jimmy John's on North Main Street in Mishawaka reopened Wednesday after a car crashed into its storefront (no injuries were reported) and led to a temporary closure.

Studebaker National Museum will host a presentation by transportation historian Matt Anderson on Oct.

21 at 1:30 p.m. (897 Thomas St.) that explores historic photos and stories from the inaugural Indy 500, with refreshments served and admission at $2.

Scammers are using open enrollment to impersonate Medicare officials and steal personal data, so the BBB in Northern Indiana urges residents to use official websites (Medicare.gov, HealthCare.gov) for coverage changes rather than trust unexpected calls or messages.

Our sports staff released predictions for Indiana prep football’s final regular season week as postseason play will begin Friday, Oct.

23. The predictions spotlight key matchups with Penn hosting South Bend Saint Joseph’s for the NIC crown — and Northridge facing Warsaw for the NLC title.

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, once offered by Notre Dame, has led his team with a 17-2 record since transferring from Stanford.

The 6-foot-2 player, coming from a strong football family, now fuels local excitement in top-10 matchups + continues to shine on the field.

Notre Dame football improved its run defense under defensive coordinator Chris Ash in six games, now limiting opponents to 2.1 yards per rush attempt—third best nationally.

The team's efforts, bolstered by key transfers from Pitt and Oregon, set the stage for an upcoming contest with BYU.

Notre Dame Stadium will host Banana Ball on Saturday, June 26, 2027, where the Savanah Bananas will play a 360 twist on baseball with two fields (fans must enter the ticket lottery by Oct.

31).