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Monday, March 16th, 2026

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Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Resale to the Rescue is hosting its annual S/NO Balls Dance Party on March 21 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Hedwig Memorial Center in South Bend to support local animal welfare with live music by Memphis Underground, silent auctions, food, and a photo booth for donations.  South Bend Tribune

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Indiana native Seth Koval, a Purdue graduate and pilot from Mooresville, died with five others when a military refueling plane crashed in western Iraq last Thursday (raising the national death toll to 13) as his family seeks donations via GoFundMe.  South Bend Tribune

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Local schools will soon earn a letter grade as the state board approved a new grading system that uses tests, attendance, and more to measure school performance (it will start by the end of 2026 once Governor Braun signs it).  WSBT
  • Local high schools present nominees for Student of the Week as readers can cast votes online until noon Thursday, March 19; candidates include Karissa Richhart, Isabella Bennett, and Victoria Vega from LaVille Jr/Sr, Mishawaka High, and NorthWood High.  South Bend Tribune

SPORTS NEWS

  • Notre Dame women’s basketball earned the No. 6 seed for the NCAA Tournament and will face No. 11 seed Fairfield at Ohio State’s host site later this week — the team prepares for a key regional matchup.  WNDU
  • Three local high school boys basketball teams — winners of Saturday's regional championships — are set to play in the semi-state round following the pairing announcement.  WNDU
  • Marian's longtime coach Robb Berger faces an uncertain future after a one-game suspension for a repeated IHSAA violation - athletic director Steve Ravotto said school officials will decide his status this week.  South Bend Tribune
  • Legendary Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz will be laid to rest today at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart — overflow seating is available at Washington Hall and the Joyce Center. Fans can join the family-led procession along Notre Dame Avenue before the ceremony ends.  WSBT
  • Lou Holtz’s public visitation took place Sunday evening at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart at Notre Dame, drawing mourners from across the region to honor the late coach; a Funeral Mass is set for today at 1 p.m. (viewers can join on-campus or online).  WNDU
  • Jaraan Cornell will be inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame on Wednesday, March 18 during ceremonies at the Hall of Fame Museum in New Castle and at the Primo Banquet Hall in Indianapolis. His family + teammates plan to honor his lasting impact on local basketball.  South Bend Tribune
  • On March 14 at Plymouth High School, Northridge won the IHSAA boys basketball regional championship over Saint Joseph with a 73-67 score. The teams later prayed together, underscoring a respectful finish to the competitive game.  South Bend Tribune

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 4/4/26

    View event

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