Good morning, Mishawaka.

Many summer festivals and fairs are planned in Michiana for families, including a lantern display at the zoo through June 1 and a family festival from May 23 to 25 — with classic car shows, outdoor concerts and art markets scheduled through Labor Day — offering local fun all season.

Mishawaka police said 16-year-old Victor Smith-Moreland from Mishawaka High School died instantly when he was hit by a train while crossing the tracks at Merrifield Avenue and Fourth Street around 3:30 p.m. on May 21.

South Bend Police responded at around 9:30 p.m. on May 21 to a gas station shooting on Jefferson Boulevard and Logan Street—officers found one person dead and a second injured at another Mishawaka location and said there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Governor Mike Braun signed a new law on May 21st that requires public and private schools to grant up to six excused absence days for students attending off-site FFA and 4-H events, including travel to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis in late October.

State Representative Beau Baird said FFA and 4-H students' strong support during committee hearings helped pass the measure.

Kyle Radde, a Penn alum who played pro volleyball, now assists with Penn High School's first official boys volleyball team that recently won its inaugural IHSAA sectional title — a full-circle moment since he started playing in the same gym.

The team will face Washington Township on Saturday, May 24 at Valparaiso High School as they pursue a regional win.

Mishawaka Wednesday Singo Bingo

6-7 p.m. — Sun King Mishawaka — Free to play — Compete in exciting rounds of Singo Bingo for a chance to win fun prizes like gift cards.

Preparing for Childbirth Workshop

9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Memorial Hospital — Registration required — Learn about childbirth experiences through hands-on activities and expert discussions.