Good morning, Mishawaka.

The Marshall County Blueberry Festival is underway in Plymouth as local vendors set up for a weekend of events—canine shows, a parade, food and craft booths, and carnival games—and organizers mark the festival’s 60th year.

Booths like the Disabled American Veterans provide tips on benefits while Team Zoom Canine performs shows throughout the weekend.

Mishawaka Fire Department responded at 3:15 a.m. today—reporting a fire in the office building at West Jefferson Apartments on the 500 block of West Jefferson and more details are anticipated soon.

The Marshall County Blueberry Festival in Plymouth is ongoing today at Centennial Park with free admission, live entertainment on three stages, and carnival rides available via $30 wristbands.

Parking is offered at Plymouth High School for $10 per car—helping nearly 500,000 visitors enjoy the longest Labor Day weekend festival in Indiana.

Lieutenant Bruce Faltynski of the Mishawaka Police Department was named Officer of the Year 2024 for his strong leadership and commitment to public safety.

He runs the Community Relations Unit—organizing neighborhood watch meetings, National Night Out events, and school crossing guard programs to improve community ties.

St. Joseph County officials approved an MOU — a framework for local stakeholders including Mishawaka and Granger Water Utility LLC to resolve water and sewer disputes and support a planned Microsoft data center.

Over the next 45 to 60 days, local leaders will create service maps and engineering studies to guide critical infrastructure upgrades for safer, sustainable growth.

Miss Opal is a 5-year-old Bernese Mountain Dog with a calm, loving nature available for adoption today at a $400 fee—she is house trained and gets along well with children and other animals.

Notre Dame redshirt freshman quarterback C.J.

Carr was named the starter 12 days ago and will make his first career start against Miami as he leads the offense. Coaches praise his calm confidence and readiness to face a tough game — he is set to guide the team in a high-pressure match.

STEM Visit Day at Bethel University

8:15 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Bethel University — Qualifies for $2000 Visit Scholarship — Explore STEM opportunities and experience college life with tours and interactive demonstrations.

95.3 MNC Trivia Night

6-8 p.m. — Monterrey Mexican Bar & Grill — Proceeds benefit Five Star Life — Test your trivia skills while supporting local youth with food and fun.

South Bend Royal Princess Ball

12:00 – 3:30 PM — Holiday Inn Mishawaka — Ticketed event — Experience an enchanting day of magic with beloved princess characters and exciting interactive activities.

HealthLinc Mishawaka Expansion Celebration

3:30-6 p.m. — HealthLinc Mishawaka — Free entry — Celebrate the expansion of the clinic with no-cost screenings, free food, and community giveaways.