Good morning, Elkhart.

St. Mary’s Church held its fifth annual Blessing of Pets today on West Sample Street, where dozens of dogs and several cats received individual blessings in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.

Bob and Eleanor Bell, who married on Oct.

6, 1951, celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary Saturday in Mishawaka, marking a milestone in their long marriage. Now in their 90s, they credit faith, patience, and teamwork for their enduring love (WSBT 22).

Magical Me Day festival returned to Nappanee Parks on Saturday, Oct.

3, where families enjoyed classes in potions, history of magic, transfiguration, and care of magical creatures in a fun day inspired by Hogwarts.

Indiana state leaders met today at Morris Park Country Club in South Bend to hear Dr. Robert Dietz, chief economist of the National Association of Home Builders, explain that with mortgage rates above 7% the state stays affordable amid job growth and a push for new builds.

Third-ranked Notre Dame beat North Carolina 37-26 on Saturday after CJ Carr threw four touchdown passes and ran for one in a game in Chapel Hill; the Irish recorded a season-best 241 rushing yards and will host Stanford next Saturday.

Bryce Young and Micah Gilbert, teammates at Charlotte Christian, now reunite as key playmakers for Notre Dame in South Bend.

Their former coach noticed their talent early and set them on paths that have brought them together on the Irish roster.

Notre Dame beat North Carolina (37-26) in rain-soaked Chapel Hill, relying on a strong rushing attack to move to a 5-0 season.

The Irish will host Stanford on Oct. 10 in their only home game this month.