Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
Good morning, Mishawaka.
A 21-year-old Osceola man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck near Elm Road and Layton Road in Mishawaka just after 7 p.m. on Aug.
13 — investigators are still probing the causes.
Corby’s Irish Pub will hold its grand opening for Phase 1 of its major expansion soon with two stories — one featuring private event space on the second floor and the other offering a new outdoor patio.
The Potawatomi Zoo broke ground on August 15 for its Big Cat Tracks project, which will build separate habitats on two acres for Amur tigers and leopards in the southeast corner.
The $5.5 million project is funded by private and public donations and includes a water feature for tigers and climbing structures for leopards.
Mishawaka Police and Fire Departments held Project 'Cool Your Engines' on August 13th at 9:00 a.m. at Fire Station #2 to advise motorists, parents, and students on important safety measures for the school year—using firetrucks with clear signage and reminding drivers to slow down around school zones.
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management halted work at the new Amazon center near New Carlisle because the construction affected wetlands—Amazon and Walbridge Construction have 30 days to resubmit plans so the project can restart and meet the planned end-of-year deadlines.
The Potawatomi Zoo broke ground on its Big Cat Tracks project on Aug.
14 — a two-acre habitat for Amur tigers and leopards on land from the City of South Bend. Local officials and donors attended the event to back the conservation effort and plan visitor amenities.
The City of Mishawaka and Mayor Dave Wood announced that Front Porch Friday will take place on August 29th from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Mishawaka Utilities Business Office, 107 North Main Street—gathering community feedback to help guide city decisions.
The Cedar Street Bridge reopened to vehicles Friday after more than a year of work, though work on under-bridge repairs and Riverwalk improvements continues with some tasks set to finish in November.
The city asks residents to avoid construction zones as contractors complete work on temporary lighting and a pedestrian crossing flasher scheduled for late September.
In the Heat of the Night Wrestling Event
7-10 p.m. — Holiday Inn Mishawaka - Conference Center — $15-$20 — Enjoy a family-friendly night of pro wrestling action with local favorites and exciting newcomers.
STEM Visit Day at Bethel University
8:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Bethel University — Qualifies for $2000 Visit Scholarship — Explore STEM opportunities and experience college life with tours and interactive demonstrations.
95.3 MNC Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Monterrey Mexican Bar & Grill — Proceeds benefit Five Star Life — Test your trivia skills while supporting local youth with food and fun.
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