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Benchmark Family Services — a therapeutic foster agency serving foster homes and children in Indiana, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania — explained in a WNDU interview that foster families can expect comprehensive support services to meet their needs.

Fusion Fest returns to Howard Park where international food stalls, live music and cultural shows will be held.

The two-day event runs Saturday, Sept. 26 from noon to 8 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 27 from noon to 6 p.m. (219 S. St. Louis Boulevard).

Kosciusko County homeschool families can join a pilot program called Homeschool Environmental Exploration Days: Wacky Wetlands at the Lilly Center for Lakes & Streams on Tuesday, Oct.

13 and Wednesday, Oct. 14 at Grace College campus. The program offers age-group activities and hands-on exploration of local wetlands (registration required).

Michael and Tina Patton are working to revitalize the Near Northwest Neighborhood by creating financial literacy learning opportunities for local residents.

MACOG held a public session on rail safety Wednesday at Moran Elementary and will host another session today from 6 to 8 p.m. The study focuses on improving busy crossings at Ash, Apple, Beech and Cottage Grove roads in Osceola.

The Department of Veterans Affairs will award $38 million to 19 Indiana organizations to help fight veteran homelessness in fiscal year 2027 by funding emergency housing, rapid re-housing and transitional housing tailored for women, elderly, and chronically ill veterans.

Notre Dame prepares for Saturday's prime-time rivalry game with Michigan State, showcasing its fierce defense and emerging playmakers while announcing a future two-game series with Nebraska in 2032-2033.

Gov. Mike Braun also met local RV leaders in Elkhart County to discuss affordable child care.

The South Bend Cubs drew 314,301 fans to Four Winds Field during the 2026 season, marking their ninth season with over 300,000 fans since becoming a Chicago Cubs affiliate.