Good morning, Mishawaka.

Mishawaka’s Water Resource Recovery Facility remains above new EPA mercury limits, so city officials launched the Mercury Pollutant Minimization Program to teach proper disposal methods.

Residents can recycle mercury items and small CFLs at South Bend’s 828 Kerr Street facility+ participating hardware stores offer free recycling.

The county highway department closed Tamarack Road between U.S. 20 and Darden Rd. for repairs, and crews have not set a completion date yet.

On Wednesday, July 8, IDEM held a virtual hearing on Amazon's request for a federal water quality permit for its data center near New Carlisle.

Written comments will be accepted through July 17 (approval may require Amazon to buy credits for wetland offsets).

Veterinarians advise pet owners to avoid letting dogs walk on hot pavement — which can burn paws — and drink from stagnant water during summer.

They warn that pets showing signs of overheating or limping should be brought indoors to prevent burns and infections.

A special project (America 250) highlights underrecognized high school basketball players whose efforts led to state titles for teams including Lebanon and Carmel.

The series will run in select local outlets (July 6–17) by a USA Today Co. team.

AIA Northern Indiana July Program

11:30 a.m. — Chicory Cafe Mishawaka — Complimentary lunch — Explore the benefits of cast stone in architectural design at this informative program.

Jeff Dunham Live Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $83 — Experience a night of laughter with the comedic genius Jeff Dunham and his beloved puppets.

Bluey's Big Play

6-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket purchase required — Experience Bluey's beloved adventures come to life in an enchanting theatrical show for kids.