Five Spots to Get Soaked Near South Bend
When I returned to South Bend I was worried about living in a city so far from the ocean. After all, Indiana is in the landlocked Midwest and doesn’t even have a famous river like the Colorado or Mississippi. I’ve been here for seven months now, and I’m happy to report my fears were groundless. […]
South Bend’s Coming All American Plaza
Renovation plans for the building at 101 North Michigan Avenue have been revealed, and they include the expected mix of condominiums, retail and office space. The project is a public-private partnership with city support and in one of the more attractive downtown buildings, two factors which fare well for it. But it will have a […]
2006 High School Graduation Rates
Indiana has released its high school graduation rates for 2006. Statewide 76.5 percent of students graduate in four years and 11.2 percent are classified as dropout/undetermined. More information is online at the state’s web-site and the South Bend Tribune (permalink). Here are the details for area schools: Adams Clay Mishawaka Marian Penn Riley St. Joseph Washington
What’s Better Than Cheap?
After the holidays you may find yourself with a few items that you don’t really want. What do you do with that gag gift that made everyone laugh when you opened it but you don’t want in your house? You can keep it in the basement until your next garage sale, clog the landfills with […]
Top 5 Places to Stay When Visiting South Bend
South Bend may not have a Park-Hyatt or a Hilton, but it has a variety of accommodations from no frills to plush. These are among the best: The Mariott – One of South Bend’s signature buildings with a glass elevator and impressive lobby. It is connected to the Century Center by a skywalk, and adjacent […]