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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn High School celebrated the grand opening of the new Dr. Jerry and Donna Thacker Fieldhouse, an 80,000 sqft facility for basketball, marching band, and robotics on Wednesday. Administrators, students & community members gathered as the project was completed without raising taxes. WNDU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dry January is a wellness challenge for local residents to avoid alcohol for the month; Dr. Evan Singleton (Community Fairbanks Recovery Center) said that struggling with the challenge may signal alcohol use disorder and urged anyone noticing symptoms like withdrawal and anxiety to seek help. 95.3 MNC
- ➤ Indiana’s PFAS Biomonitoring Pilot Program confirmed that firefighters faced medium risk exposure to toxic chemicals while several districts recorded high-risk levels. The report, released Jan. 14, will guide future prevention measures and early medical care. 95.3 MNC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame freshman Leah Macy, a five-star recruit, will redshirt her season after suffering a lower leg injury + she will retain four years of eligibility+. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said on Wednesday that the pause on the USC rivalry was needed to refocus team priorities and that efforts will be made to restore the matchup while the team gears up for its season opener at Lambeau Field this fall. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Ohio State transfer Quincy Porter now joins Notre Dame football with three remaining seasons of eligibility following a review of his redshirt status after two punt return snaps on Oct. 11 at Illinois. Porter (Bergen Catholic product) may explore NFL options after his projected junior year. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman said he stays focused on his job despite NFL interest and a recent contract update extending his role until 2031. He leverages conversations with NFL executives (at Pro Day and the Scouting Combine) to learn new strategies. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Freeman said he acted respectfully at a wrestling tournament when an assistant coach accused him of pushing, although the prosecutor found insufficient evidence for battery and he thanked Notre Dame, Penn High School, Mishawaka PD, and the Prosecutor's Office — noting sensational headlines hurt his family. WVPE
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Mishwaka Honors Long time Mishawaka Educator Dave Troyer
Long time administrator who passed away recently from heart attack will be honored this Friday Night. Coach Mike Lightfoot former Head Coach at Bethel will share at half time of the Goshen- Mishawaka boys basketball game. I scholarship fund is being launched in Mr Troyers name for a Mishawaka student to receive to attend Bethel University
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2026 AVMPS 10-13U Premier Club
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Mishawaka Fieldhouse — Entry fee required — Engage in exciting youth sports competition at a premier event in the community.
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Candlelight Valentine's Day Concert
6:30-7:30 p.m. — South Bend Scottish Rite — Tickets available — Enjoy a romantic evening with a candlelit atmosphere and love-inspired music.
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