Good morning, Mishawaka.

On April 22, the Mishawaka Parks and Recreation foundation reached a milestone—more than $1.6 million was raised for Miracle Field at Normain Heights Park, Northern Indiana’s first inclusive baseball field for players with disabilities—and the committee now plans to raise additional funds to add a playground, covered pavilions, walking trail, basketball courts, and splash pad to complete the park renovation.

April 18 marked the 80th anniversary of Ernie Pyle's death as the famed Hoosier wartime journalist whose reporting brought the experiences of common soldiers in World War II to the public.

He was born near Dana and helped secure combat bonus pay for troops, and his legacy is honored at the Ernie Pyle World War II Museum (a lasting tribute to his impact).

Indiana’s unemployment rate dropped to 4.1% in March—lower than the national 4.2% rate.

The state’s labor force participation reached 63.7% with private employment increasing by 9,200 to 2,834,600 and 89,919 job postings listed as of April 1.

Molly E. Donnelly has been selected as the new magistrate judge for the St. Joseph Circuit Court to replace retiring magistrate Andre B.

Gammage—she is an assistant U.S. attorney since 2016 and a graduate of Marian High School, Notre Dame and Washington and Lee University School of Law.

Coaches, athletic directors and team statisticians compiled a weekly list of top high school girls’ softball, tennis and track performances for April 21-26, 2025 in the South Bend area.

The update offers key plays and scores from Mishawaka, Adams, Penn and Saint Joseph schools—highlighting local athletic achievements.

The South Bend Tribune has compiled a daily list of top high school sports performers in boys baseball, volleyball, golf and track and field from April 21—26, 2025 using stats supplied by coaches and team directors.

The report highlights key moments such as a game-winning hit for Concord and a late rally stop by Mishawaka in a close baseball contest.

Open House at 22 Barberry Drive

2-4 p.m. — 22 Barberry Drive — Free entry — Explore this charming bi-level home in a sought-after school district with plenty of amenities.

Trasna: Irish Folk Duo Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — Carnegie Library Special Events — Tickets required — Experience an energetic performance blending traditional Irish melodies with a modern twist by Trasna.