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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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Michael Gallenberger/WVPE“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.” -
ProvidedAfter 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. -
FacebookElkhart 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. -
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. -
Elkhart’s River District is getting more parking, thanks to an $8 million forgivable loan from the city. -
ProvidedCity of Elkhart officials plan to soon take input from experts as they update their zoning ordinance for battery energy storage systems.
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