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St. Joseph County economic development executive director Bill Schalliol says he'll ask Amazon to contribute more money for traffic patrols as part of a local road funding agreement.
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Doctors warn fall allergies are lasting longer in Michiana, with ragweed and white mold as major triggers and warming temperatures extending the season.
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“Recently, the state party issued a letter in response to a complaint by former party members," said St. Joseph County Republican Party Chair Jackie Horvath. "The letter described the allegations as ‘frivolous,’ yet still imposed a reprimand. That contradiction is unfair, hypocritical and undermines the credibility of the decision itself.”
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After receiving the St. Joseph County Area Plan Commission's unfavorable recommendation Tuesday, the rezoning request needed for a data center near New Carlisle goes to the county council for a final vote Sept. 23.
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Elkhart unveiled its proposed 2026 budget this week while city leaders say a state law change will shrink local revenue and force difficult choices in coming years.
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After the Niles Township board granted 21 marijuana sales permits, citizen groups have gathered enough signatures to place a legalization repeal referendum on the township's Nov. 4 election ballot.
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Elkhart’s River District is getting more parking, thanks to an $8 million forgivable loan from the city.
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