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Mishawaka
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City of Mishawaka supports the 35th Annual Human Rights Awareness & Awards Luncheon by the South Bend Human Rights Commission. It will be held Thursday, April 30 at the Palais Royale in downtown South Bend (free workshops run 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. before the luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.). City of Mishawaka
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mishawaka donated four lots for the Building Trades Program to let high school students build single-family homes with the guidance of construction experts + the move overcomes the area’s land shortage for hands-on learning. Michiana Business News
- ➤ A 4th-grade assignment at Pinewood Elementary asked students to write from the perspective of a white student expressing dislike toward a Black student based on skin color. The school said the task, which referenced Ruby Bridges, did not follow district rules and has been addressed. 95.3 MNC
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ AAA Federal Credit Union merged with Credit Union 1 in August to provide members with enhanced technology & broader branch access; customers received new debit card details with a Nov. 10 deadline. The change, approved at a June board meeting, united AAA members with CU1 to improve their financial services. Michiana Business News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NIPSCO President Vince Parisi addressed rising utility bills on Friday as he explained that higher gas rates, a colder winter and increased delivery fees have led customers to question charges. The utility will improve communication with customers & data center costs will not be added to bills. WNDU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Due to winter storms and seasonal illnesses, Parkview Regional Medical Center faces a critical need for blood donations (including whole blood, plasma, and platelets) to support life-saving treatments in Mishawaka. Local donors are urged to donate soon since each product has a short shelf life. InkFreeNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school basketball highlights were featured on the Sports Xtra segment on Jan. 30, 2026, showcasing key moments and determined play + energizing local fans. WNDU
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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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Aurinko Ballet: Cinderella Ballet
7:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Experience highlights from the enchanting Cinderella ballet alongside contemporary dance performances.
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