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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana unemployment claims increased to 3,741 last week, up from 3,186, as the U.S. Department of Labor reported; national claims also climbed to 231,000 with a 22,000 rise from the previous week. This data indicates an ongoing upward trend in jobless claims. South Bend Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Eicher family enjoyed sled rides, celebrated birthdays and shared a carrot cake recipe even as Groundhog Day predicts six more weeks of winter. They gathered for a hearty supper & embraced local traditions that keep community spirit alive. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Penn girls basketball won the sectional title on Saturday, Feb. 7 with a 62 to 15 victory over South Bend Adams at Penn. Coach Kristi Ulrich led her team on a winning streak of 13 games as they celebrated cutting down the championship nets before the Feb. 14 regional. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ On Feb. 6, Michiana high school basketball teams recorded sectional wins in both girls and boys contests; Penn South Bend Adams beat South Bend Riley 48-32 and Penn beat LaPorte 56-28, with sectional championships held Saturday. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame lost to Florida State 82 to 79 Saturday after falling behind early and struggling with poor choices, including a late free throw error plus coaching missteps. Coach Micah Shrewsberry said his team needed more urgency to break their losing streak. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Vinny Freeman, a Penn High School senior, became the first wrestler to win four regional championships on Feb. 7 by defeating Rochester junior Kale Shotts 17-1 on home mats; his historic win advanced 11 grapplers to the East Chicago Central Semi-state next Saturday. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Saint Joseph played Culver Academies in the IHSAA Class 3A girls basketball sectional final at Marian High School on Saturday, Feb. 7. Culver Academies won the game & players celebrated with the trophy after the match. South Bend Tribune
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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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South Bend Comic & Collector Con – Mishawaka Edition
10 AM – 5 PM — Mishawaka High School — Admission varies — Dive into a world of comics, collectibles, and all things geeky at this vibrant fan convention.
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