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Mishawaka
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local churches will host a Palm Sunday procession to urge government action for vulnerable residents. The event will gather at Howard Park at 2:00 p.m. Sunday and proceed past downtown government buildings (with several congregations including Zion Community Church joining). WVPE
- ➤ A variety of Easter egg hunts + community celebrations are scheduled across Michiana from March 28 to April 5. Local venues including churches, parks, museums and community centers in Elkhart, Buchanan, Mishawaka and more will host free and ticketed events; registrations may be required. WNDU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Potawatomi Zoo opens exclusively to members today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will host a special talk by the zoo director along with zookeeper chats — giving members a chance to learn about animal care. WSBT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by the Indiana Business Research Center finds that Indiana’s population grew steadily since 2023 with migration accounting for 81% of state increases. Michiana counties mostly recorded modest gains (Elkhart County added residents while La Porte County slightly declined), Kinghorn said. Michiana Business News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city reminds residents to limit bulky waste to two items per curbside pickup; items like mattresses and furniture must be *properly wrapped* to avoid a $100 fee for special collection. Waste Management will pick up these items during regular service while following safety guidelines. City of Mishawaka
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Beacon Health System opened a $21.7 million outpatient center on March 26 at Lincolnway East and Church Street. The 25,000 sqft center offers imaging + physical therapy + primary care + OB-GYN + cardiology and is named for the late Denny Schwartz, replacing the former Valley Bank and Trust site. 95.3 MNC
- ➤ Marion County Public Health Department warned of the dangerous designer drug cychlorphine — 10 times more potent than fentanyl — that may not show on standard tests and can be fatal in small amounts, leaving hospitals and first responders on alert as it appears in counterfeit pills. 95.3 MNC
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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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