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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On MLK Day, communities in Michiana and southwestern Michigan hold events such as marches, free museum admissions, and service projects from Saturday through Monday. In Mishawaka, a community gathering is scheduled Monday evening (check local calendars for details). WVPE
- ➤ Bethel University and ten local churches will host the 11th annual ReFuel Conference on campus, with events starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23 and continuing on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 9 a.m. The conference will feature worship sessions, breakout talks & a chapel service led by Rita Springer. InkFreeNews
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Entrepreneurs can pitch their ideas at Pitch Fridays hosted by Notre Dame's IDEA Center (Innovation Park) on Jan. 23 from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Presenters will get ten minutes to share their concepts and a 15-minute Q&A session, with winners eligible for up to one thousand dollars in prize money. 95.3 MNC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local educator’s cherished tradition of rewarding kindness with a 'Yummy Jar' continues to inspire teachers and students — a silver dollar returned as a symbol of the lesson learned. The legacy encourages a focus on doing good in every classroom. InkFreeNews
- ➤ St. Joseph County Public Library released its top books checked out in 2025, including Mel Robbins’ 'The Let Them Theory', David Baldacci’s 'Strangers in Time' and Alison Espach’s 'The Wedding People'. Visitors can browse these titles + find more reading ideas at the library. WVPE
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Amy Sink, CEO of Interra Credit Union, was appointed by Gov. Mike Braun to the Indiana Board for Depositories, which oversees the Public Deposit Insurance Fund + she will serve until March 31. Her appointment brings proven local and national leadership to the board. InkFreeNews
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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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