“I think that really is probably the biggest thing I’ve learned coming up to Northern Indiana is that we are a part of the community, and as quickly as I can get in and establish myself and get to know everybody and start building those relationships, the better,” said newly-appointed NICTD President David Dech.
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“Removal of local oversight will directly affect septic systems, public health, traffic, stormwater and the capacity of county services,” said Elkhart County Commissioner Suzie Weirick.
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Friday morning's crash on State Road 4 in Elkhart County marked the second time in less than a year locally that juveniles riding in horse-drawn buggies driven by juveniles were killed. Both buggies were struck from the rear by motorized vehicles at about 8 a.m.
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It was October 3, 1851, when the first train arrived in Elkhart. Now, the city is planning a series of events to mark 175 years of rail service.
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Statewide advocates for electric ratepayers and the environment came to Granger Wednesday night to talk about the data center that Microsoft will start building this summer. They urged Microsoft to be more transparent and they called on St. Joseph County officials to watch out for constituents as they negotiate a development agreement.
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Benton Harbor zoning changes approved amid debate, as one commissioner warns of displacement while the mayor says the plan expands housing and development options.
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MDOT has begun the final phase of a $204 million rebuild of I-94 in Berrien County. Lane and ramp closures are expected as eastbound lanes are reconstructed.
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