Good morning, Mishawaka.

Mishawaka’s iconic bridge lit orange for Hunger Action Day as the Food Bank of Northern Indiana highlighted food insecurity by reporting a 14% increase in households served and urged ongoing community support — using volunteers and donations to help families — in six counties.

The Potawatomi Zoo announced an Amazon Wishlist for buying gifts to support its animal care—items like toys for red pandas are featured to enhance their quality of life.

The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is asking community members to donate food or money—each dollar gives up to five meals—and to volunteer at its 115 partner agencies to help ease food insecurity.

Executive director Marijo Martinec also urged people to contact local legislators so that cuts to SNAP and Medicaid do not worsen the problem.

St. Joseph County Sheriff Department officers will climb bleachers at Penn High School on Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to honor first responders from Sept.

11, 2001. Today, Notre Dame students invite the public (from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.) to climb Notre Dame Stadium steps and donate $15 for the One-Ten event.

St. Joseph County Council is finalizing the $90 million 2026 budget in response to state cuts and reduced revenue, planning spending reductions and salary plateaus; it will vote on the plan on October 14—local officials are debating a proposed $30,000 raise for the economic development director amid taxpayer concerns.

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.