State Senator David Niezgodski to speak at Lunch with the League on April 9
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State Senator David Niezgodski to speak at Lunch with the League on April 9

The League of Women Voters of the South Bend Area is welcoming State Senator David Niezgodski to discuss Indiana’s 2021 legislative session. The event will take place virtually on Friday, April 9 at noon. Senator Niezgodski will talk about bills he is involved in that impact St. Joseph County. These include: SB 164 – which would increase hotel taxes by 2%…

Op-ed: The Lil Nas X ‘Montero’ music video could trigger an honest dialogue
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Op-ed: The Lil Nas X ‘Montero’ music video could trigger an honest dialogue

Over the past week, my Facebook wall has been filled with the opinions of the recent release of Lil Nas X’s new music video, Montero, as well as his “Satan shoes.” The Montero (Call Me By Your Name) music video is provocative and incorporates religion into its theme. It’s not the first of its kind,…

Over 3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in Indiana
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Over 3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in Indiana

The Indiana Department of Health announced today that over 3 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the Hoosier state. A total of 3,015,788 doses have been administered to date. This includes 1,771,330 first doses and 1,244,458 individuals who are fully vaccinated. The fully vaccinated number represents individuals who have received a…

New on Netflix: The movies and TV shows coming in April 2021
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New on Netflix: The movies and TV shows coming in April 2021

If you’re like us, you’re always looking for the next big movie or show to watch on Netflix. Thankfully with Netflix, you never have to wait very long. New content is constantly coming every single month. In fact, it doesn’t just come in one dump at the start of the month but in tranches throughout…

Sample Street and Sheridan intersection to see road construction starting Monday

Sample Street and Sheridan intersection to see road construction starting Monday

If you travel along Sample Street in South Bend, expect potential delays starting on Monday, April 5. The city has announced that temporary lane restrictions are in effect starting Monday on Sample Street at the intersection of Sheridan Street. Work includes “shifting and reconstructing the existing curb lines along the south corners of the intersection…

Scaling Up South Bend offers training, subsidized space for small businesses

Scaling Up South Bend offers training, subsidized space for small businesses

The city has announced the awardees who will participate in a business training program along with subsidized commercial space. According to the city, the Scaling Up South Bend program provides three months of business training for the recipients through 37 Oaks University. The awardees also receive subsidized commercial space at the multi-tenant business space known as…

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 1 Review
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The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 1 Review

After WandaVision largely delighted critics and fans alike, does Marvel Studios’ second TV show, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, keep up the momentum? Editor’s Note: Minor Episode 1 spoilers follow. Set around six months after Avengers: Endgame, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier has the two titular heroes (and the world at large) wrestle…

New on HBO Max: Here are the movies and TV shows coming in April 2021

New on HBO Max: Here are the movies and TV shows coming in April 2021

Looking for something new to stream? HBO Max has a bunch of new movies, TV shows, and documentaries coming in April 2021. April 1 starts strong with The Color Purple and Goodfellas. The HBO drama series The Nevers premieres on April 11. And then on April 16, the latest Mortal Kombat film premieres. If you…

Illinois set to make voting rights expansion permanent
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Illinois set to make voting rights expansion permanent

The Land of Lincoln is set to permanently expand voting rights in the state. All that’s needed is Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s signature, which he has promised. Illinois was one of several states that expanded voting rights last year amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Among other things, Illinois extended early voting hours, allowed curbside voting, and…