Good morning, Mishawaka.

Wilson Park in Mishawaka will add year-round tubing, skiing, and snowboarding with a $1.5 million grant funding a synthetic surface that includes four 250-ft tubing lanes, two ski/snowboard lanes, a new carpet lift, and disc golf improvements, with work finishing in fall 2026.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Michiana honored McDonald’s for its fundraising effort in Mishawaka on Friday, Feb.

13, recognizing the chain’s support for local families.

In 2025, St. Joseph County saw record tourism with a 14% rise in hotel demand and sports tourism adding $29 million, according to a Visit South Bend Mishawaka report — findings that helped support nearly 13,000 jobs and a $1.5 billion economic impact.

Leonard Moore, a Notre Dame football standout, partnered with Gentlemen and Scholars plus Team Excel to host a 'Tackle Attendance' Touchdown Session at Clay International Academy and Edison Middle School, supporting South Bend Community Schools by encouraging regular student attendance.

John Glenn High School football coach Ron Brown resigned on Friday, Feb.

13 and will continue serving as the school's assistant principal. He compiled a 3-16 record in two seasons.

New Feeling Massage on Lincolnway East was closed by the St. Joseph County Department of Health after an inspection following a complaint revealed violations.

The closure follows new county licensing rules.

The Humane Society of St. Joseph is hosting a blood drive today at 2506 Grape Road in Mishawaka in partnership with Versiti Blood Center of Indiana.

The first 25 blood donors will generate a $5 donation while each donor after that triggers a $10 donation (donors also receive goody bags).

Memorial Hospital of South Bend was named among the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Modern Healthcare for 2026, marking the only honor for a facility in northern Indiana *Hospital leaders credit teamwork and clinical innovation for the achievement*.

Beacon Children’s Hospital NICU staff decorated the unit with crocheted hats, heart decorations and 'love' banners today to mark Valentine's Day and offer comfort to new families.

Two longtime youth soccer clubs in northern Indiana are merging to create the Northern Indiana Football Club, which will simplify competition for families and coaches while reducing travel times.

The clubs spent over 20 years discussing the move (aiming to keep competition local) and will soon offer new regional opportunities.

Notre Dame basketball refocused on improvement after an 89-81 loss to SMU on Tuesday.

The team will face Georgia Tech today at noon as coach Micah Shrewsberry works to fix defensive mistakes — aiming for a stronger performance.

Wilson Park in Mishawaka will add a synthetic surface for tubing + skiing and snowboarding using a $1.5 million grant.

The new facility is set to boost local winter sports for community members.

Aurinko Ballet: Cinderella Ballet

7:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Experience highlights from the enchanting Cinderella ballet alongside contemporary dance performances.

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.