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First grade teacher Nichole Blake works with some of her students Thursday, April 1, 2021 at Swanson Traditional School in South Bend. Staff photo by Michael Caterina

Failing grades doubled in some South Bend area schools. How educators are responding

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 11:34 AM

In a pandemic year marked by shuttered schools, technology barriers and staggered reopenings, failing grades and student absences have grown across Michiana.

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COMMENTARY: Debunking the myth

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 12:24 PM

Steve Key is executive director and general counsel of the Hoosier State Press Association
ATTN: Lake

It’s time to debunk the myth of the financial burden advertising public notices places on local government units.
How to save a life: First of two NaloxBoxes installed in Jackson County; all 92 counties will get them

Mitchell Banks

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 12:08 PM

ATTN: Jennings
Thanks to a state initiative announced in February, all 92 counties in Indiana are able to provide 24/7 access to the opioid overdose reversal medication naloxone, also known as Narcan.
COMMENTARY: Spring puts Earth Day on display

Mike Lunsford

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 11:44 AM

My two favorite hiking mates and I wandered a grassy Goose Pond levee a few weeks ago, all the while eyeing a flock of American white pelicans as they milled about on the wind-blown chop.
Loogootee citizen calls for mayor’s resignation over issue with rabbits

Tim Pinkham

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 11:37 AM

LOOGOOTEE – A Loogootee woman Monday night called for Mayor Noel Harty to resign, claiming he “has failed this city” by using Building Commissioner Tim Hudson as “his attack dog” to harass her about her children’s 4-H rabbits.
More than scenery: Downtown South Bend dam will soon produce clean energy for Notre Dame

Ed Semmler

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 11:21 AM

SOUTH BEND — The cascading water and light show that helped spark the rebirth of the downtown area over the past several years will soon be more than just a gathering spot and a pretty picture.
COMMENTARY: Do Republicans really care about the debt? Newfound concern comes with Democrat in White House

Monday, April 12, 2021 7:19 PM

Kelly Hawes, CNHI News Indiana Columnist
Now that a Democrat is in the White House, Republicans seem a lot more concerned about the national debt.
Flu activity stays minimal with two months left in 2020-2021 season

Steve Garbacz

Monday, April 12, 2021 5:48 PM

INDIANAPOLIS — As it has been for all of 2021 so far, flu activity across Indiana remains minimal.
EDITORIAL: Companies should not support lawmakers who erode democracy

Monday, April 12, 2021 12:24 PM

With access comes responsibility — even if you are a multibillion- dollar corporation, maybe more so.
EDITORIAL: Indiana bill is pushback on necessary election changes made during a pandemic

Monday, April 12, 2021 12:17 PM

ATTN: Lawrence, Vigo and Washington

Last year, in the midst of a public health crisis, Indiana officials came together in a bipartisan fashion to change the date of the primary election and allow for no-excuse mail-in voting — a decision driven by concern for the public good, not politics.
‘PITCH COLUMBUS:’ Seed money offered for company proposals; “We are looking to leverage the skills of our residents in starting new ventures"

Mark Webber

Monday, April 12, 2021 11:47 AM

ATTN: Marion and Monroe
If you have a well-formed idea for a high growth and high potential company, you could get $20,000 in seed money to help make your concept a reality.

Freelancer Contributions

Seven Lifestyle Gadgets for making your leisure time much sweeter

Saturday, March 27, 2021 5:35 PM

David Novak, The Gadget Guy
Got some free time from work? There’s plenty of different ways to relax and spend your free time. Whether you enjoy outdoors or kicking back at home, here are 7 awesome Lifestyle Gadgets that will make your leisure time much sweeter.
Indiana Wetlands Update: The farmer in the statewide spotlight talks

Wednesday, March 10, 2021 9:50 AM

Seth Slabaugh, Freelance Journalist
ATTN: Clark, Dubois, Hancock and Porter

MARION —A suspected wetland destroyed by Grant County farmer Edwin Blinn Sr. more than five years ago has taken center stage during legal and legislative battles over Indiana's wetlands law.
FREELANCER CONTRIBUTION: Unknown farmers, developers fear state wetland police

Saturday, February 13, 2021 5:39 PM

Seth Slabaugh, freelancer
ATTN: Clark, Dubois, Marion and Porter

INDIANAPOLIS -- Farmers and developers from across Indiana have been intimidated into silence by overzealous wetland regulators at the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM), two Republican state senators claim.
Show you care with these Valentine Day tech gifts

Friday, February 12, 2021 4:17 PM

David Novak, The Gadget Guy

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time of the year to show that special techy in your life just how much you care. These next gadgets will be sure to get their processors calibrating:
Toys for all sorts

Monday, November 23, 2020 4:34 PM

David Novak, The Gadget Guy

Shopping for your family this holiday season is always challenging, especially if you're clueless on what's trendy this year. But you can never go wrong with toys for young and old. Most gadgets will fit the bill, so without further ado, here are 9 different gizmos that your kids, grown kids and adult family will love: