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Sunday, March 8th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Rivers is recovering after a devastating tornado struck Saturday, Mar. 7 as teams (including first responders) work to clear debris and restore power in affected neighborhoods. WNDU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In 1943, Mishawaka police reported that two teen boys fired a .22 caliber rifle bullet through the Ball Band plant window at 5:30 p.m., narrowly missing a workman. The report is part of a History Museum series showcasing local excerpts from the South Bend Tribune. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Unity Gardens is hosting its annual Growing Summit on Saturday, March 14th with free classes on gardening, cooking, and exploring nature for local residents. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian won a triple overtime game 73-65 against Culver Academies and claimed a sectional title Saturday, with seniors Terrance Lane and Brandon Foster leading the comeback. The team will face East Chicago Central on Saturday, March 14 at Michigan City High School (4 p.m. CT) in the regional round. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Two Bethel University swimmers — both graduates of Penn High — competed today at the NAIA Swimming and Diving National Championship at the Elkhart Health and Aquatic Center, with Avery Woods placing 19th in the 100 butterfly and Ella Sherwood setting a personal best to qualify for the finals. WNDU
- ➤ Saint Joseph won the IHSAA boys basketball sectional championship over Riley with a final score of 62-53 in overtime at Mishawaka High School on Saturday, Mar. 7. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ On March 7, 2026, Notre Dame faced Duke in a tightly contested ACC Women’s Basketball Tournament semifinal at Gas South Arena in Duluth - photos captured key plays and moments of skilled action. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Washington Panthers and Mishawaka Marian Knights clashed in a sectional semifinal on March 6 at New Prairie High School. Photos capture players making key moves + celebrating during the close contest. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Local high school boys basketball teams competed in the 2026 sectional championship last night, showing strong teamwork and making key plays. The game, held at a local gym, drew community support + energized fans with thrilling moments. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame basketball did not qualify for the ACC Tournament after a loss to Boston College Saturday, March 7 at Conte Forum — the team now plans to regroup and improve its performance next season. South Bend Tribune
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Święconka - Polish Easter Celebration
12-6 p.m. — St. Joseph Young Men's Society — Open to the public — Celebrate Polish Easter traditions with food blessing, family activities, and authentic dishes.
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