South Bend, IN Other News

St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in South Bend, Indiana Continues Community Garden

St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in South Bend, Indiana Continues Community Garden

On Saturday, June 8, 2024, St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in South Bend, Indiana planted vegetables and companion flowers in their community garden, building on the foundation they began last year. This year, they added marigolds, which provide many benefits, including attracting pollinators, deterring pests, and enhancing the growth of companion plants.

The garden is a collaboration with Unity Gardens, an organization that provides food for those in need and brings diverse groups together to grow, harvest, share, and eat healthy ... Read more

Space Still Available For IU South Bend Summer Camp

News Release

SOUTH BEND — Indiana University South Bend is still accepting registrations for a two-week summer camp for middle school students. Kids College is designed for students from historically underrepresented and low-income pop ... Read more

Annoyed Giraffe Timidly ‘Whacks’ Herd Mate at Potawatomi

Just like humans, animals have ways of showing each other when they are annoyed by each other. Take these two giraffes at the Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend, Indiana for instance. They have a pretty interesting way of letting one another know when they ... Read more

Indiana’s school censorship law threatens a small bookstor

An independent bookstore in Indiana is struggling to survive because of challenging conditions created by Republican lawmakers.

In the heart of South Bend, Brain Lair Books is a beloved sanctuary for readers seeking diverse and inclusive ... Read more

US ambassador to Vatican Joseph Donnelly steps down

Washington's representative to Holy See plans to return home to Indiana.

US Ambassador to the Holy See Joseph S. Donnelly is stepping down, it was announced Thursday.

“Ambassador Donnelly will leave his post as US Ambassador to the Holy See and return home to Indiana on July 8,” the US Embassy to the Holy See announced on X. “He says, ‘It has been an honor and a privilege to serve my country in this unique way.’”

The announcement said that Laura Hochla will assume the role of Charge d’Affaire ... Read more

Commentary: R.I. groups aim to bring reproductive health car

In recent years, the conversation surrounding reproductive health care access and knowledge has broadened to focus on the unique challenges faced by diverse communities across the United States. However, a groundbreaking study conducted by the Nation ... Read more

Buttigieg plans big fundraising weekend, Victory Fund event

Democrat Pete Buttigieg (BOO'-tuh-juhj) is following up his first presidential debate with a big fundraising weekend, including a New York event with a group that has contributed millions of dollars to openly LGBT candidates.

LGBTQ Victo ... Read more

Hotel Elkhart Welcomes LeAnn Weiss as New Director of Sales

Elkhart, IN - The Hotel Elkhart, a premier hotel in the heart of Downtown Elkhart, is pleased to announce LeAnn Weiss's appointment as Director of Sales.

With her extensive experience and expertise in the hospitality industry, Weiss will ... Read more