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Elkhart Mayor Rod Roberson says some 15,000 people turned out last year for Kool & the Gang and The Commodores, the largest crowd ever downtown.
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Provided/Elkhart CountyElkhart County Commissioners approve zoning for Riverbend Townhomes near Middlebury in a 2-1 vote, despite resident concerns over density and future housing plans. -
Indianapolis Motor Speedway officials will host the first of 10 "Porch Party" events Wednesday at Tire Rack in South Bend to promote the 110th running of the Indy 500 May 24. -
Purdue University Cooperative Extension's Jeff Burbrink says it may feel good to exact revenge now against dandelions. But if you're bound not to have them spoil your green lawn, you're better off waiting until the fall to spray. -
Provided by IDEA WeekIDEA Week will take place over the coming days in South Bend and Elkhart. The annual event is focused on innovation and business development, with presentations, panel discussions and concerts. -
Cass County Michigan/YouTube“This is true workforce housing that meets a real need in Cass County,” Treasurer Hope Anderson told the county commissioners Thursday.
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