Good morning, Mishawaka.

A Rosie Place for Children held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept.

15 for its new HeARTworks Studio off Quince Road in South Bend (a creative space for kids to express themselves).

Tuesday's El Campito Taco Battle at the United Federal Credit Union Branch in Mishawaka featured local food vendors and activities for kids while funds were raised for early childhood education.

Following the Fighting Irish's home opener, tourism officials said Visit South Bend Mishawaka reported the game generated over $36 million in economic impact, reinforcing Notre Dame football's role as a key driver for our local economy.

Premier Arts Academy is accepting limited fifth-grade enrollment for the current school year.

Only four spots remain (registration is due before Oct. 1) so interested families should complete the process promptly.

The YMCA of Greater Michiana is starting registration for a new childcare center that will serve 100 children from 6 weeks through preschool beginning in January at 111 W.

Jefferson Blvd + it will offer full-day care Monday through Friday + using the HighScope curriculum.

Mayor Wood swore in the 2026 to 2027 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council on Monday, Sept.

15 at City Hall to give local high school students a voice in government and community projects. Council members will soon elect leadership — organizing their priorities for the coming year.

Union leaders said that an outside third-party construction crew drilled into floor tiles at South Bend's main postal facility over the weekend, possibly releasing asbestos that raised health concerns among postal workers.

A federal complaint has been filed regarding the incident.

Developers plan to convert the long-vacant USA Skate Center on North Main Street into up to seven smaller spaces for restaurants, salons and offices — each roughly 4000 to 5000 sqft.

The proposal awaits review by the Board of Zoning Appeals in October.

Construction at the Lodge at Potato Creek is 65% complete, with a spring 2027 opening expected.

The project cost has risen from an initial $100 million estimate to about $113 million.