🌱 Patch AM: How $1 million in viaduct upgrades could change downtown South Bend.

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In today's newsletter:

• How $1 million in viaduct upgrades could change downtown South Bend.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Humid; a shower in the p.m., with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
• Wednesday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, temps: high: 80, low: 55.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 79 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Redevelopment Commission members ask if viaduct makeovers will help (bluewaterhealthyliving.com) — South Bend officials have approved a $1 million plan to upgrade the Lafayette, Main, and Michigan Street viaducts with new lighting, landscaping, public art, and police-monitored cameras to improve safety and appearance downtown. Commissioners and stakeholders debated whether cosmetic changes alone can address concerns about homelessness and crime, but work could begin as soon as September. The project aims to reshape key gateways and first impressions of downtown South Bend.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday August 18
• Music and Move
  Bremen Public Library 304 North Jackson Street, Bremen, IN 46506
  10:00 am
• Back to School Open House
  Wakarusa Elementary School Wakarusa, IN 46573
  4:30 pm
• Moran Back to School Night
  Moran Elementary School , 305 N Beech Rd, Osceola, IN 46561, US
  4:45 pm
• Colorful Chemistry - Cause A Reaction →
  Lakeville Branch Public Library, 120 N Michigan St, Lakeville
  5:00 pm
• Walt Disney Back to School Night
  Walt Disney Elementary School , 4015 Filbert Rd, Mishawaka, IN 4
  5:30 pm
• PHS bSO vs Bremen
  Plymouth Community School Corp Plymouth, IN 46563
  5:30 pm
• Thrill Seekers
  Bremen Public Library 304 North Jackson Street, Bremen, IN 46506
  6:30 pm
Wednesday August 19
• Create a Critter
  Bremen Public Library 304 North Jackson Street, Bremen, IN 46506
  4:00 pm
• PHS bTE vs Glenn
  Plymouth Community School Corp Plymouth, IN 46563
  5:00 pm
• PHS 9VB @ Tippy Valley
  Plymouth Community School Corp Plymouth, IN 46563
  5:00 pm
• PHS VB @ Tippy Valley
  Plymouth Community School Corp Plymouth, IN 46563
  6:00 pm
Thursday August 20
• What's That KOOL Flavor?!
  Bremen Public Library 304 North Jackson Street, Bremen, IN 46506
  5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• The General Deli & Cafe is easily one of the best neighborhood spots in South Bend.
  Whether you're stopping by for your morning coffee or grabbing lunch, the quality and atmosphere never disappoint. The menu is thoughtfully crafted… (Nextdoor Howard Park)
• Home!!!!!
  Found is this your fur baby? Bulla and Northern. On our way to scan. (Nextdoor Eastgate)

• Jimmy John's Franchise, LLC posted a job opening for Crew Member in South Bend. Apply here.
• The Lebermuth Company posted a job opening for Shipper in South Bend. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Bend here.

🗞 Nearby News

Notre Dame

• Ohio State No. 1, Oregon No. 2 in preseason AP Top 25 poll (statenews.net)

Mishawaka

• Mishawaka non-profits by government grant share of revenue in 2024 (southbendtimes.com)
• City announces additional paving for high traffic streets (953mnc.com)
• What concerts are happening in the South Bend area from Aug. 17 to 23? (southbendtribune.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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