Good morning, Mishawaka.

Joseph is a 15-year-old foster kid who wants to find a family to cheer him on at his football and basketball games—he loves sports and loyal dogs.

He hopes a new family will support his dream to join the Navy and travel after he graduates.

The Better Business Bureau released a new International Investigations Initiative study today that shows a rise in grey market and illegal online gambling with over 10,000 complaints and nearly 200 scam reports since 2022.

The BBB of Northern Indiana warns residents to verify licensing+read fine print as the American Gaming Association estimates the illicit market is worth over $400 billion.

Operation Read’s Executive Director DeeAnna Muraski and Board Treasurer Adora Truex graduated from IU Fundraising College and gained skills in donor engagement and strategic fundraising.

The nonprofit will hold its annual fundraiser The Read: Brunch, Books & Bubbly on Oct. 11 at Maple Leaf Farms Corporate Headquarters’ Gym to support its literacy programs.

The St. Joseph County Department of Health is offering free Naloxone today at several county sites to help educate residents about opioid overdoses.

Training sessions will be held at OneRoof Southeast Neighborhood Center in South Bend at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.—explaining how to use the medication and recognize overdose signs.

No. 21 Notre Dame football is set to face a tough game in Arkansas — their first visit there — which could affect their season and challenge the team’s goals.

Race to Save Lives - Walk for Hope

2-4 p.m. — Howard Park — Registration required — Join the community for a walk aiming to raise awareness for suicide prevention.

Beatles vs Stones Tribute Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets range — Experience a thrilling rock mash-up duel between the legendary Beatles and Rolling Stones tribute bands.

Fall Frolic 5K/2K Race

12-11 a.m. — Montessori Academy Edison Lakes — Various registration fees apply — Celebrate community spirit with a heartwarming race that supports local early childhood education.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - In Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Harry Potter with the South Bend Symphony Orchestra performing the score live alongside the film.