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Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cameron is a teen who loves football, Madden, and Fortnite and hopes for a supportive adoptive family to cheer him on at his games; he dreams of playing college football and joining the NFL in the future. WNDU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County commissioners must first appraise Portage Manor—discussed for transferring to the city—before deciding among proposals for restoration, conversion to a private school, or other uses as advocates urge immediate action on its future. WNDU
- ➤ Microsoft officials invite Granger residents to small group meetings to ask questions about a planned data center near Bittersweet and Cleveland roads. Three sessions are scheduled for today and additional meetings are planned, with residents invited to contact Councilman Schaetzle for details. WNDU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lutheran Health physicians remind Mishawaka residents to watch for key heart attack signs, including chest discomfort (feeling like pressure on the chest), shortness of breath, and unusual fatigue. They advise calling 911 immediately to ensure a timely response if symptoms arise. InkFreeNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame freshman Devin Fitzgerald (son of NFL Hall of Famer Larry Fitzgerald) is among early enrollees adjusting to the college game as he prepares for spring practice next month on campus. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame women’s basketball extended its winning streak to three games in double digits and now stands at 18-9 overall as it hosts Syracuse at 7 p.m. today before traveling to Louisville; coach Niele Ivey said the team briefly celebrates wins before moving on. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame women's basketball coach Niele Ivey was named head coach of the USA Basketball U18 AmeriCup team for the summer — the tournament will take place June 8-14. Ivey said she views the role as a dream come true and will work with the top young athletes. South Bend Tribune
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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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