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Mentors share cookies, conversations :Mentor-student bonding happens one lunch break at a time. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:22:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- The form said she was 9, she was in fourth grade, her hobby was reading, and her name was Ky'Mari.

South Bend schools in search of 6,000 mentors Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:00:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- Here inside the sixth-floor office suite of schools Superintendent Robert L. Zimmerman, much of the district he shepherds fills the floor-to-ceiling windows like a mirage.

South Bend mentor team grows :Director says numbers are close to doubling. Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:00:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- Inside the brand new Madison Center building on Niles Avenue Tuesday morning, former University of Notre Dame men's basketball coach Richard "Digger" Phelps looked out over the Dream Team Mentoring program's latest recruiting class.

Fort Wayne wants schools reorganized into magnets Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:40:00 EST
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (AP) — School officials hope to reorganize the city's six public high schools into specialty magnet schools designed to connect students with real-world experiences and increase their chances for success after graduation.

Emergency crews called to LowBobs business fire Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:27:00 EST
South Bend emergency crews were called to the scene of a fire at LowBobs Tobacco center.

Visitors urged to leave Florida Keys ahead of Fay Sun, 17 Aug 2008 11:20:00 EST
KEY WEST, Fla. (AP) — A light stream of traffic headed out of Key West Sunday morning as officials urged visitors to leave the string of low-lying islands ahead of Tropical Storm Fay, which forecasters said could strengthen to a hurricane.

Phelps gets gold No. 8 in world-record time Sun, 17 Aug 2008 07:07:00 EST
BEIJING — The spotlight intensified on the Water Cube with each passing day of these Olympics as the world witnessed Michael Phelps' nine-day battle with history. And the made-for-NBC drama reached a crescendo Sunday morning Beijing time as the U.S.

Baby found dead in S.B. apartment :Autopsy and investigation results pending. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:52:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- Police were investigating the death of a 2-month-old baby Saturday morning on the city's far northwest side.

Christian music festival pulses with praise :World Pulse Festival thrills crowd. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:45:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- Rock 'n' roll is about singing about what you're passionate about, said John Cooper.

St. Joseph County braces for budget meetings :Departments were warned to cut 8% from budgets and to Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:41:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- County officials will draft a 2009 budget with the assumption that existing funds will be reduced and no new revenue will be available.

Mishawaka food pantry open again :Agency that operates it looking for new home. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:38:00 EST
MISHAWAKA -- The Bridge, a food pantry that serves more than 2,000 people a month, reopened last week, although its future remains uncertain.

Man charged with OWI in fatal Mishawaka crash :Victim and her husband were on way to classic car sh Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:37:00 EST
Police have arrested a South Bend man on a charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, causing death, in connection with a fatal crash Saturday morning on Lincoln Way East.

VPG set for rapid taxi rollout :Taxi production venture expects long production tie with AM General Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:23:00 EST
AM General could be building 10,000 to 15,000 VPG taxis in 2010 if all goes well, Mark Hogan, president and CEO of the Vehicle Production Group, says.

BUSINESS PEOPLE Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:50:00 EST
SOUTH BEND -- Industrial Disposal and Recycling LLC announces Cindy Wirt has joined the staff as sales manager.

BUSINESS MEETINGS Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:40:00 EST
MISHAWAKA -- Consultants Roundtable will hold a panel discussion Aug. 19 on Techniques Used for Self-Marketing Professional Services. The meeting will be held at Honker's Restaurant on Day Road.

BUSINESS COMPANIES Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:17:00 EST
ST. JOSEPH -- United Federal Credit Union officials and staff welcomed Niles community leaders, members and friends to its newly reconstructed Niles branch at a July 30 ribbon cutting.

Phony ticket seller leaves baseball fans at gate :Reader asks for help contacting John Walsh at 'Am Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:15:00 EST
My brother and I and two of our friends are headed on a major league baseball trip next week. We have run into a little issue and wondered if you might be able to help us. We ordered tickets for two home New York Yankees games Aug.

Servant's heart a requirement for nursing career Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:54:00 EST
Sue Dominiack sees her career more as a calling than a job. A nurse since 2000 at Our Lady of Peace Hospital, located within Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center in South Bend, Dominiack believes the nursing career requires a servant's heart and a compassion that transcends understanding.

Mall entrance beckons :Also in the Basket, names of four Eddy Street Commons tenants Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:32:00 EST
The doors are somewhat hidden amid the construction surrounding it, and the fountains are muffled by drills and saws, but as mall shoppers walk inside they stop in their tracks.

Briefcase: Aug. 16, 2008 Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:20:00 EST
INDIANAPOLIS

Better not to whine while you're doing time Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:35:00 EST
Regarding the Aug. 1 Viewpoint by an Indiana prison inmate about the lack of filling meals:

AIDS: Tackling the myths, facing the facts Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:54:00 EST
It is the stigma of AIDS and the taboo of talking honestly about it that has allowed the disease to flourish.

Call for replay of '68 is hardly humorous Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:47:00 EST
Rush Limbaugh was dreaming of riots in Denver at the upcoming Democratic National Convention. Something like the riots at the party's 1968 convention in Chicago.

Obama campaign machine in tune and humming along Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:43:00 EST
CHICAGO -- While Barack Obama and his family were sunning on the beach in Hawaii last week, it was full speed ahead at his headquarters here.

Searching for the America that never was Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:38:00 EST
A few words about the search for America. Meaning not the piece of land bounded by Atlantic and Pacific but, rather, the one that exists as a fixed point in the communal psyche, the one that registers true north on our shared moral compass.

Good way to start the school year Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:39:00 EST
After 18 months of negotiations and a whole year without a contract, the sense of relief is shared by teachers, school administrators and all who care about education in South Bend.

Refuge in a bottle :Southwest Michigan wineries offer easy vacation day Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:00:00 EST
Jetting to Bordeaux is out this year. And in this economy, "Going to Napa" more likely means visiting an auto parts store than wine country.But if you're a wine fan, or even if you're not and just want to look like one for a day, head to southwest Michigan.

Wine you like best is the one to drink Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:57:00 EST
As a chef, one of the most common questions that I get asked is "What wine goes with which food?" I can tell you that I really do love wine and have an above-average knowledge of it, but the most w(h)ine that I deal with right now is when my kids don't want to take a shower.

Cool off with a caffeine-laden pop Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:27:00 EST
Looking for a new way to get your buzz without having to sweat your way through a mug of coffee? Try these espresso-based caramel latte pops from Krystina Castella's "Pops!"

Premade dough a great start to grilled pizza Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:29:00 EST
Homemade pizza is the perfect summertime meal. It's casual, fun and makes great use of the bountiful tomatoes and peppers of the season.

How about a license to drill? Sun, 17 Aug 2008 06:04:00 EST
Idle thoughts while waiting for the Milwaukee Brewers' score to come across the bottom of the TV screen on ESPN2:

Local Wineries & Events Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:23:00 EST
2008 events

Chew On This: Food News You Can Use Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:51:00 EST
Children are returning to school and the hectic evenings are back on schedule. The next time you have the grill out, you might want to put on a few extra chicken breasts to have on hand for another meal.

What's Cooking Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:47:00 EST
Original Jonah Fish Fry, 4:30-7:30 p.m. Friday; Portage Prairie United Methodist Church, 2450 Orange Road, Niles. Dessert and beverage included. Cost: adults, $8; children, $3.50; preschool, free. Carryouts available.

Wine of the Week Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:42:00 EST
White Truck White Wine

Politics aside, arugula's nutritious and not too pricey Fri, 15 Aug 2008 14:39:00 EST
Asking spouses of the candidates to trade cookie recipes has become a part of the modern presidential campaign.

Movie Listings: August 17, 2008 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:49:00 EST
Sunday, August 17, 2008

Thousands pay respects to comedy king Bernie Mac Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:56:00 EST
CHICAGO (AP) -- As Cedric the Entertainer scanned the crowd of more than 6,000 gathered on Chicago's South Side to remember Bernie Mac on Saturday, he cracked that the comedy king was "still the hottest ticket in town."

Stout: A VanDam experience - :Penn grad Bradley has a special 'big fish' story to tell. Sun, 17 Aug 2008 05:39:00 EST
For Teddy Bradley, the opportunity to win $25,000 as a Bassmaster Co-Angler became less important when he climbed out of bed early last Saturday.

Obituaries for Monday Sun, 17 Aug 2008 16:15:00 EST

Triathletes swim in downtown Indy canal for first time Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:55:00 EST

Randolph queen honored at Miss Indiana State Fair pageant Sun, 17 Aug 2008 15:20:00 EST

US drawdown raises security fears in Iraqi city Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:39:00 EST

Southern Indiana toothpaste factory might get second life Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:53:00 EST

GAS PRICE WATCH: Sampling from around Muncie Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:50:00 EST

Two bombs explode in Spanish resorts; no injuries Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:45:00 EST

Fort Wayne wants schools reorganized into magnets Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:44:00 EST

Tropical storm lashes Cuba, leaves 4 dead Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:41:00 EST

7,000 police blanket Kabul before celebration Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:37:00 EST

Local Democrats divided Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:43:00 EST
MUNCIE -- Threatening telephone calls, cold shoulders, nasty letters and destruction of property.

Why we're both ahead and behind with recycling Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:29:00 EST
When it comes to recycling, Muncie has bragging rights among most Indiana cities. "Muncie is better than most communities in the state," according to Nikki Grigsby, recycling coordinator for Muncie Sanitary District. The city collects 135 tons of trash each day and 32 percent of that is recycled, falling in line with the national average of 32.5 percent.

E. coli infections increasing Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:39:00 EST
MUNCIE -- E. coli has sickened at least eight Delaware County residents this summer, renewing the local health department's appeal to the public to thoroughly wash your hands and take other steps to prevent infection.

Portland couple facing drug-related charges Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:30:00 EST
PORTLAND -- A raid at a rural Portland couple's home has resulted in felony charges against both the husband and wife.

Sobriety checkpoint planned on Wednesday in New Castle Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:29:00 EST
Indiana State Police plan to set up a "sobriety checkpoint" in Henry County on Wednesday in conjunction with "Operation Pull Over."

Local swimmers host 'Olympic Splash Bash' Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:43:00 EST
The shock of multiple-medal-winning swimmer Michael Phelps' accomplishments hasn't only hit the casual Olympic observer by surprise, but also members of the Cardinal Swimming Club, a Muncie-based competitive swim team that gathered Saturday night to watch their idols swim into the record books.

Defendant withdraws bond reduction bid Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:24:00 EST
A Muncie man accused of giving beer to a baby, punching a woman and stealing her SUV has withdrawn his request for a bond reduction.

Column: Kentucky true bourbon country? Here's (96) proof Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:32:00 EST
Boy, they sure make lots of bourbon down in Kentucky.

Exposition center board meets on Tuesday Sat, 16 Aug 2008 21:26:00 EST
The Delaware County Exposition Center Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at Heartland Hall on the Delaware County Fairgrounds, 1210 N. Wheeling Ave.

Lugar staffer to be at library on Friday Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:27:00 EST
MUNCIE — U.S. Sen. Richard Lugar has announced that staff member Mark Dowd will be in Delaware County on Friday to meet with area residents who have experienced problems with the federal government or with an opinion to express.

Local Democrats divided Sun, 17 Aug 2008 02:43:00 EST
MUNCIE -- Threatening telephone calls, cold shoulders, nasty letters and destruction of property.

Former Bearcat sits atop Ball State LB depth chart Sat, 16 Aug 2008 23:46:00 EST
It's hard to miss Davyd Jones on a football field. And not necessarily because of his size. At 6-foot-1 and 214 pounds, he's small by middle linebacker standards. But you know he's on the field by the way he keeps forcing himself into the action.

Julia Evans, 89 Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:40:00 EST
MOGADORE, OH - Julia Evans, 89, of Mogadore, Ohio passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2008.

Column: Pros of Indiana Michigan Power rate increase Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:10:00 EST
Laptop computers, plasma TVs, iPods, Wii's: These are just a few of the high tech devices that Indiana Michigan Power's customers are using today that were not available at the time we last changed our base rates. The world has changed dramatically since 1993 and I&M is changing as well so it can meet the expectations of today's customer.

Banker by day, athlete by night Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:55:00 EST
In his crisp white shirt and neatly cinched tie, seated behind his desk at Mutual Bank, Steve Kinch looks more like the investment representative that he is than, say, a man of iron. Looks can deceive, though.

Franchises looking for Muncie opportunities Thu, 14 Aug 2008 23:26:00 EST
Purveyors of bagels, steaks and rock-hard abs are waiting to jump into the Muncie marketplace. All they need is you -- and the time and money you can invest in a franchise.

Survey looks at young professionals Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST
MUNCIE -- A local young professionals group is participating in a survey aimed at examining the relationship between their members and the community.

Ruth A. Farling, 100 Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:40:00 EST
HARTFORD CITY - Ruth A. Farling, 100, died at 4:51 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2008 at Blackford Community Hospital.

Column: Cons of Indiana Michigan rate increase Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:12:00 EST
Officials of Indiana Michigan Power, a subsidiary of AEP, are traveling the state, talking to editorial boards to discuss their rate increase request. Citizens Action Coalition wants to offer some balance to the discussion, weigh in on behalf of consumers and residential ratepayers and point out the facts that I&M is not talking about.

Indiana, nation brace for doctor shortage Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
Parts of Indiana already may be feeling the pain of a doctor shortage expected to hit the nation in the coming years.

Children get vaccines, have some fun at back-to-school fair Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
GARY | Hot dogs. Rusty the RailCat. Inoculations. Just another day at the ballpark.

USW negotiations resume with ArcelorMittal Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
The negotiations on a new contract between the United Steelworkers and ArcelorMittal labor agreement are being watched by Wall Street as well as Main Street.

No-kill advocate encouraged by shelter Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
VALPARAISO | Nathan Winograd pointed out the steady flow of visitors Saturday morning as he strolled through the Porter County Animal Shelter.

Presidential race could have local impact Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:45:06 -0500
PORTAGE | As Porter County Democrats gathered Saturday morning to celebrate the opening of a new headquarters in the Portage Mall, there was guarded hope their local candidates will benefit from the party's momentum at the national level.

Hammond board orders demolition of 2 structures Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:45:06 -0500
HAMMOND | The Board of Public Works and Safety has opened bids to tear down a pair of abandoned buildings in the city, and demolitions of another seven are scheduled for later this month.

S'ville chief turmoil had been brewing Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:45:06 -0500
SCHERERVILLE | Weeks of chatter came to a head last week when David Dowling was removed as Schererville's police chief.

Sewer districts work toward contract Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:45:06 -0500
MERRILLVILLE | Independence Hill Conservancy District and Merrillville Conservancy District officials say it may take at least a month before the districts complete a new contract, but both sides are pleased talks continue to move in a positive direction.

Homeless program continues after building closure Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:45:06 -0500
HAMMOND | Last month's closing of the State Street Center, a day program for the homeless, has raised concerns among social service agencies and individuals, but officials say they are working to continue most services.

Attendance numbers at county fairs mixed Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
Northwest Indiana county fairs had mixed attendance results for 2008. While the Lake County Fair saw attendance increase 14 percent this year, the Porter County Fair saw an 11 percent decrease, officials said.

Children get vaccines, have some fun at back-to-school fair Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
GARY | Hot dogs. Rusty the RailCat. Inoculations. Just another day at the ballpark.

'U.S. 30 is golden,' business owners say Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
HOBART | Whether it's selling marble or motorcycles, the competitive nature of business on U.S. 30 forces owners to put on their best face, said City Planner Sergio Mendoza.

Whiting Vietnam veteran earns medal Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
HIGHLAND | Alfonso Ferreira touched the newly placed medal pinned over his heart Saturday, then pointed toward the sky.

Truck catches fire in Hammond auto business Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
Times Staff Report HAMMOND | A Ford F350 pickup truck caught fire Saturday in the garage bay area of Car-X Auto Service in Hammond, Fire Inspector Bob Smith said.

Hammond board orders demolition of 2 structures Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
HAMMOND | The Board of Public Works and Safety has opened bids to tear down a pair of abandoned buildings in the city, and demolitions of another seven are scheduled for later this month.

Dyer looks at water fee increases Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
DYER | The Town Council is considering raising rates for water shut-off and reconnection services and for hydrant meters used by contractors to monitor water use.

Scavengers hurt Lowell's finances Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
LOWELL | On any given Thursday after dark, they can be seen throughout the town picking up recyclables put at the curb, Town Council President Phillip Kuiper said.

Tri-Creek wins energy awards Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
LOWELL | Only 18 Indiana schools earned the Energy Star label from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and four of them are in the Tri-Creek School Corp.

Lake County News Briefs Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
HAMMOND Crime Watch group set to celebrate anniversary

Bishop blesses prayer trail Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
Bishop Dale Melczek on Saturday blessed each of the Stations of the Cross and other religion scenes at The Shrine of Christ's Passion, the new prayer trail in St. John.

Take a walk for lupus Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:04 -0500
HOBART | Take a walk for a good cause by registering for the Indiana Walk for Lupus Now event. The eighth annual walk, a 5K/3.1 mile noncompetitive walk that benefits the Lupus Foundation of America, Indiana Chapter, will be held Sept. 13 at Festival Park, 111 E. Old Ridge Road.

Learn about funeral preplanning Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:04 -0500
CROWN POINT | Indiana F.A.C.E.S. and Geisen Funeral, Cremation and Reception Centre have teamed up to offer a Funeral Preplanning Seminar for people with a hearing loss.

Lake County briefs Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:04 -0500
DRIVING CLASS | Dyer Dyer Police Department sponsors an AARP driver safety program from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 21 and 22 in the training room at the department, 2150 Hart St. It costs $10 per person and attendees receive a certificate after completing the course. Members should show their card on the first day.

Heirloom photos require special care Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:04 -0500
Special to The Times by Renee Sloane Everyone loves to take photos, whether on vacation or at a family member's birthday, but all photographers face the daunting question of what to do with photos after they are developed. In our digital age that question is easily answered. Most photos can be stored either on computers or on a disc that can be accessed any time. Friends and family can share in the happy memories via e-mail or other digital devices.

Hammond High grad tells war stories Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:04 -0500
"This morning the British Ambassador in Berlin handed the German Government a final note, stating that, unless we heard from them by 11 o'clock that they were prepared at once to withdraw their troops from Poland, a state of war would exist between us. I have to tell you now that no such undertaking has been received and that consequently this country is at war with Germany."

Griffith to assess storm response, siren function Tue, 12 Aug 2008 01:26:06 -0500
GRIFFITH | A Griffith committee tasked to review the town's response to last week's tornado will investigate whether warning sirens alerted people of the approaching twister.

Others reaping benefits of north end's revival in Valpo Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
VALPARAISO | The redevelopment of the former County Seat Plaza by the Urschel family and other improvements the city is making on the north side are beginning to bring benefits to existing businesses.

Truancy no game for school officials Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
PORTAGE | When that familiar first bell rings Wednesday, students better be in their seats.

Jim Doane comes full circle Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
VALPARAISO | Good news, Valparaiso high schoolers: Your new principal wants you to have fun.

Corvettes attract thousands from Midwest Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
VALPARAISO | A favorite summertime tradition kicked off Saturday at the Porter County Expo Center with the opening of the 23rd annual Midwest Corvette & Chevy Show.

No-kill proponent outlines plan Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:03 -0500
It happened in urban San Francisco and Reno, Nev., and rural Tompkins County, N.Y., and it can happen in Porter County, Ind., said Nathan Winograd, a proponent of no-kill animal shelters and director of the National No-Kill Advocacy Center.