Good morning, Mishawaka.

Mishawaka Parks and Recreation announced the 2025 RetroFest will take place Saturday at Ironworks Plaza from 2 to 10 p.m.—the cashless, family-friendly event will feature live retro music, a free video arcade, food trucks that accept cash, a retro photo op, and ticket prices of $7.26 in advance, $10 at the door, or $50.06 for VIP access while children under 12 attend free with an adult; free parking is available nearby.

Monday night marked the start of a free concert series at Central Park that will run through mid-August.

J-T Buffet led the show with tribute tunes to musical greats such as Jimmy Buffet, Eagles, and the Beach Boys — offering locals a relaxed community evening.

The Indiana General Assembly's Senate Bill 1 cut property taxes and capped new fire territory rates at 40 cents per $100—ending merger talks among at least four Michiana fire departments.

Fire chiefs said the cap limits funds needed to hire extra staff for rising call volumes from new developments near New Carlisle—local leaders plan to study alternative funding options.

Drivers heading north on State Road 23 near the Bypass will face lane restrictions that may slow traffic — crews will line a culvert along the road to ease flow.

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.