Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Mishawaka.
Senior Talk Michiana formed a nonprofit and established a board of directors in August 2025 to extend its reach among 265,000 seniors in the region (including local legal, financial, and marketing experts) and connect them with community resources.
Brock Rose leads as president while board members back fundraising and outreach efforts.
Ag Days returns next weekend with free farm animal exhibits and agriculture education.
The event runs Friday, April 10 through Sunday, April 12 at the St. Joseph County 4-H Fairgrounds (5117 Ironwood Drive).
The Michiana Corvette Club, founded in 1957, brings car lovers together in meetups, parades, and swap meets that support local charities and strengthen community ties – they also plan cruises and car shows with fellow Indiana clubs.
Rebuilding Together St. Joseph County is doing free home repairs today in River Park and will extend work to Mishawaka and unincorporated areas this fall after a $100,000 grant from the Community Foundation & trades work on Apr.
11 while volunteers help on Apr. 25.
1st Source Bank earned the SBA Community Lender Gold Award for 2025 after making the most SBA loans in Indiana, marking its 13th win when the awards were held on Feb.
24.
School City of Mishawaka honored elementary teacher Matthew Crosetto of LaSalle Elementary and secondary teacher Christie Buchmann of the local high school on Thursday morning, surprising them in a ceremony attended by students, colleagues + loved ones.
Marian High School and the Diocese announced an independent review of the boys’ basketball program after a battery incident during a March 10 practice — a measure following the firing of the head coach and battery charges against an alum.
Rieth-Riley Construction will resurface US 30 between US 35 and Union Road on or after Tuesday, Apr.
7 — alternating lane closures will continue until November. Drivers are urged to allow extra travel time and follow posted directions.
NIPSCO customers met Wednesday at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission to voice concerns over rising utility bills, with some saying their charges doubled because of delivery fees and marking the third session so far (calling for clearer answers).
The Mishawaka plan commission proposes demolishing a section of the 100 Center building to make space for redevelopment.
City officials say the change will support future mixed-use improvements in the downtown area.
The South Bend Bears girls lacrosse team has grown from one team in 2022 to two teams after winning their first championship last summer in Michiana.
The nonprofit program offers scholarships (and mental health support) for girls new to lacrosse.
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.
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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