Libraries, community centers open as warming sites amid bitter cold

With temperatures expected to remain below freezing for much of the coming week, communities across Michiana are opening warming centers to provide a safe place indoors for anyone needing relief from the cold.

In St. Joseph County, residents can find daytime warming options at public library branches throughout the county, as well as at community centers in South Bend, which are open during regular hours. For people in need of overnight shelter or additional services, calling 211 can help connect them with available resources and up-to-date information.

In Elkhart County, public libraries in Elkhart and Goshen are serving as daytime warming locations. Faith Mission in Elkhart continues to offer emergency shelter services, with intake procedures that vary by time of day and capacity…

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