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Hello South Bend! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What new safety steps South Bend is taking after Eddy Street shootings
  • What does Amazon's NDA reversal mean for South Bend's data deals?
  • How South Bend kids trained like firefighters on Michigan Street

Also on today's calendar: The Wellness Retreat: A Festival Where Mind, Body, and Music Meet and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 66 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Plenty of sun, temps: high: 68, low: 46.
  • Monday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 64 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Progress in Bissel Street shooting investigation, Mayor Mueller addresses violent weekend (abc57.com) — South Bend officials are tightening safety on Eddy Street and urging tips after several recent shootings, including a deadly incident on Bissel Street that killed three people. Mayor James Mueller and police stress that overall crime is down but say increased patrols, earlier bar closings, and community cooperation are crucial to solving the investigations.
   

2. Amazon executive announces end of data center NDAs with local governments (abc57.com) — South Bend residents should know that Mayor James Mueller has barred city staff from signing nondisclosure agreements tied to data center projects, following controversy over the Amazon New Carlisle wastewater deal. Shortly after, Amazon Web Services announced it will stop using NDAs with governments altogether and instead hold open houses and share more design details, while pledging over $1 billion for community and sustainability investments. These changes could shape how future tech projects near South Bend are negotiated and communicated.
   

3. Kids train like Firefighters to kick off fire prevention week (abc57.com) — Downtown South Bend just used its October First Fridays to kick off Fire Prevention Week with hands-on activities for local families and kids. Firefighters offered obstacle courses, safety demonstrations, and information on how residents, churches, and apartments can request fire safety education or smoke alarm help directly from the South Bend Fire Department.
   

4. Ragweed, mold driving fall allergy surge across Michiana (wndu.com) — South Bend residents are facing a rough allergy season as ragweed pollen peaks and recent rains fuel mold growth across Michiana. Local health experts explain how damp leaves and warm temperatures boost mold spores, and they offer tips to distinguish allergies from flu or COVID based on how quickly symptoms appear. Simple precautions can help reduce runny noses, coughs, and other seasonal misery around town.
   

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  • This kitty was relaxing on my pool deck this morning.
    Is someone missing him/her? In Scottsdale north of the bypass. (Nextdoor Scottsdale)
  • Ever since I was released from the hospital I have been stressing not to use my cane as much, ESPECIALLY in the kitchen, and I can really feel the POSITIVE results of my legs getting stronger!
    I had come to rely upon my cane b/c my legs (especially the left one) will give out on me suddenly w/ no foreshadowing. But in the kitchen I always… (Nextdoor Eastgate)
  • Hubbell Incorporated posted a job opening for Tool & Die Maker in South Bend. Apply here.
  • AutoZone, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor (Full Time) in South Bend. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near South Bend here.

Ok South Bend! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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