Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Annual LOGAN (Nose-On) event takes place soon at the Gillespie Event Center, inviting local residents to join in this family-friendly celebration that highlights community traditions. WNDU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame Law School's Eviction Clinic is accepting new clients (through April) to help renters avoid eviction records in St. Joseph County by advising them on early legal steps; Law Professor David Pruitt said his team assists nearly 200 residents annually. WSBT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews in Three Rivers are mending damage from an early March tornado three weeks ago as recovery efforts continue to restore community services & infrastructure. WNDU
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ 1st Source Bank was named to Forbes America's Best Banks list for the third time and advanced to the 11th spot—evidence of its strong performance—and a focus on measured growth, profitability and credit quality. CEO Andrea Short said the ranking reflects the bank's dedication to financial stability. InkFreeNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Saint Joseph County Council increased funding for the Humane Society by nearly $300,000, but the agency said more money is needed to cover key services (like a postponed animal control vehicle). WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beacon Health System is opening a $21.7M outpatient center offering advanced imaging, physical therapy, primary care and specialty care in downtown Mishawaka. Built on a historic corner honoring Denny Schwartz, the 25,000 sqft facility will be dedicated in April. Michiana Business News
- ➤ Deaconess, which serves many in our area, reported a breach at vendor MRO Corp (a third-party provider) that exposed sensitive patient data at its Kentucky facilities; the system is notifying patients and offering free credit monitoring as the vendor enhances security measures. InkFreeNews
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marian High School fired boys basketball coach Robb Berger after a one-game suspension for an IHSAA violation and an ongoing police investigation into a battery incident from March 10; the school principal confirmed his termination as Berger finished 19 seasons with a 336-118 record. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame head coach Micah Shrewsberry will return next season as the team braces for roster changes, with several players entering the transfer portal (including sophomores Sir Mohammed and Garrett Sundra). WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame’s new linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary recalled the late Lou Holtz (his early mentor) during practice Wednesday and said he will honor Holtz’s lessons of humility and leadership in his new role. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr caught scouts' attention at Pro Day on Tuesday by launching deep passes that showcased his risk-taking style; he credited watching NFL star Matthew Stafford for boosting his confidence as he transitions into a top NFL prospect. Carr aims to elevate his game with every play. 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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World Ballet Company - Cinderella
7-10 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $54.90 – $103.90 — Experience a magical ballet rendition of the classic fairy tale with a dazzling cast and enchanting choreography.
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