- April 2025
- Issue 009
Dyngus Day has become a South Bend institution, but it's a an ancient holiday shrouded in mystery and miracle.
Aaron Helman goes all the way back to the 900s to uncover the roots of a celebration that's changed and evolved over a dozen centuries to become the tradition we known today.
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There's exactly one cave within 100 miles of here, and it's a historical curiosity and geological marvel. It also might be on the verge of disappearing forever.
Bill Moor remembers the legendary Ike Bierwagen, a gruff friend, a World Champion, and maybe the greatest fast-pitch softball pitcher there ever was.
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