SOUTH BEND — The wrong words typed on a court order has caused Clifford Clevenger’s suit against North Webster Police Department, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department and Wawasee Community School Corp., as well as specified employees of those three entities, to be dismissed in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana, South Bend, and refiled locally, …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — (EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second in a four-part series on the National Weather Service, Northern Indiana) “It’s a machine,” said Michael Lewis, warning coordination meteorologist at the National Weather Service, Northern Indiana, about the Doppler Radar. But the radar is just one tool in forecasting weather and what people see when …read more.

MILFORD — Caregivers for older adults are invited to attend Lunch and Learn: Education Programs for Caregivers of Older Adults. REAL Services and Alzheimer’s Services and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana are hosting the event. This free series allows busy caregivers to learn about many caregiving topics and network with fellow caregivers. Monthly sessions are …read more.

[weaver_youtube IjbMN6mHb0M rel=0] NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana is predicting severe storms for this evening with a possibility of what meteorologists are calling, “significant tornadoes” south of U.S. 30. Aside from the possibility of tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, hailstones measuring up to 1 inch in diameter and flooding could all occur with …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — In honor of their remarkable academic achievements, Big Brothers Big Sisters honors Little Brothers and Little Sisters graduating from high school this spring. Big Brothers Big Sisters is proud to announce the graduation of over 30 Little Brothers and Little Sisters currently enrolled in its community-based mentoring programs from high schools across …read more.

MILFORD — REAL Services and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana offer Lunch and Learn: Education Programs for Caregivers of Older Adults. This free series allows busy caregivers to learn about many caregiving topics and network with fellow caregivers. Monthly sessions are from noon to 1:30 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. Topics …read more.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Department of Natural Resources grants totaling more than $586,000 will be used to fight invasive aquatic vegetation in Indiana’s lakes. The grants were awarded by DNR Director Cameron Clark through the Lake and River Enhancement program in the DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife. The 42 projects involve lakes in 15 counties, …read more.

ST. JOSEPH — Part of the roof on the St. Joseph County courthouse in Mishawaka has collapsed.

By ANDREA NEAL In an era of declining church membership for most Christian denominations, one group of believers is experiencing healthy, unprecedented growth. In 2014, the estimated Amish population in Indiana exceeded 50,000, according to the Young Center for Anabaptist and Pietist Studies at Elizabethtown College. That’s bigger than the cities of Columbus, Jeffersonville or …read more.

CHARLES COUNTY, MD — Five officers from the Charles County Police Department found out the key to living a long life after rescuing an 81-year-old woman named Roberta who had lost her way.

SOUTH BEND — Camp Kesem, a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer, is pleased to kick off its 14th annual season of camp in the Northern Indiana/Southern Michigan area.

BOSTON — Researchers have found a small piece of good news for people at high risk of some kinds of dementia: it might be possible to delay it or even prevent it.

 WARSAW — Caring for those with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia can be a challenging as well as rewarding experience. Support groups are an opportunity for caregivers to receive disease education, learn coping strategies and tips from others who share a similar experience and vent frustration and concerns in a safe, confidential environment. Free and …read more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5f7N-PiX_Zs The National Weather Service of Northern Indiana has issued a winter storm watch in effect from Saturday, Jan. 9, to Sunday, Jan. 10, for Marshall County. According to the NWS, snow is expected to spread across the area Saturday night as a strong low pressure system moves northeast through the Ohio Valley. The snow …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — The Alzheimer’s Association offers open support groups to provide caregivers with the opportunity to share their experiences and receive support from others living with Alzheimer’s disease. Feeling connected on the journey of Alzheimer’s disease can be an integral part of coping with the diagnosis and becoming connected with valuable resources. The Alzheimer’s Association …read more.

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a freezing rain advisory, which is in effect from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 28, and a wind advisory from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday. The freezing rain advisory is for Noble, DeKalb, Starke, Pulaski, Marshall, Fulton, Kosciusko, Whitley and Allen counties. Freezing …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — In addition to a new dessert recipe or family vacation photos, bring an important gift home this holiday season and become educated about the warning signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

NORTHERN INDIANA — Elkhart County along with St. Joseph, LaGrange, LaPort, Steuben counties in Indiana and Berrien, Cass, St. Joseph, Branch and Hillsdale counties in Michigan are under a winter storm watch from Saturday morning through Saturday evening according to the National Weather Service Northern Indiana.

LONDON, ENGL. — The development of a warped sense of humor could be an early sign of dementia, scientists have found.

NORTHERN INDIANA — The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a high wind warning in effect from 1 a.m. through 10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Counties throughout northern Indiana, into Ohio and Michigan are under this watch.

MISHAWAKA — Indiana Michigan Power will break ground on its first solar power facility in Michiana.

By MARLIES SELENT-WEST Indiana University Health-Goshen Home Medical, Home Care and Hospice GOSHEN — Thirty-nine percent of the United States adult population consists of caregivers. The caregiving role can be rewarding yet confusing, difficult and overwhelming. IU Health Goshen, Greencroft, the Council on Aging, Firefly Homecare and many community organizations have partnered and designed Caregivers Navigation, a special event …read more.

Indiana Department of Natural Resources biologists have confirmed the presence of a wild black bear in northern Indiana today. The bear reportedly walked in from Michigan. The DNR received reliable reports earlier in the week of the wandering bear near South Bend and was able to make confirmation after wildlife biologist Budd Veverka examined the …read more.

By BARBARA DZIKOWSKI Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana Alzheimer’s and Dementia Services of Northern Indiana, a division of Real Services, is offering “Dinner and Dementia,” a free educational series for caregivers of someone with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. This is a unique opportunity to receive disease-related education and tour a memory care facility. …read more.