Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rebuilding Together St Joseph County will repair 16 River Park homes by installing new roofs + water heaters and providing painting, plumbing, and yard cleanup. Skilled trades will work on Saturday, April 11 while volunteers will assist on April 25 to make repairs affordable for residents. WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ NIPSCO locked out union workers on Friday, April 3 after months of tough contract talks + the company said non-union staff and contractors were in place to keep service safe and reliable. InkFreeNews
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun announced on Wednesday, Apr. 1 that every child under age five can receive a free book each month via Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library — now available in all 92 counties to foster early childhood literacy. InkFreeNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Douglas Road will have westbound lane restrictions for utility work from 7 a.m. Monday until 5 p.m. Wednesday (April 15) as driving through the stretch from Shaughn Street to State Road 23 will be managed by posted barricades and signs. WNDU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Berlin, owner of the South Bend Cubs, discussed opening day excitement during his interview on WNDU 16 News Now at Noon on Apr. 3. He said the renovated ballpark will offer an energetic experience for fans & set a promising tone for the season. WNDU
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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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