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Mishawaka
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A home on West 9th Street in Mishawaka has grown its Halloween display over three years, now featuring a 12-foot skeleton and handmade pieces mostly bought on sale. The homeowner said the project helps with personal challenges and will host a toy drive for the Ronald McDonald House in early October—bringing joy to the community. 95.3 MNC
- ➤ 100 Black Men of Greater South Bend will host their annual gala on Nov. 1—at Four Winds Casino in South Bend, bringing local community members together. WNDU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Christian won a grant from Martin’s Super Markets that will supply new Chromebooks for its new high school—devices that will support students and teachers with classroom tasks. The laptops are expected to boost technology access as the school begins classes. WNDU
- ➤ Bethel University will hold its 36th annual campus-wide Service Day today at 9 a.m. at Everest-Rohrer Chapel, with students, faculty, and staff set to serve at 25 sites across Michiana (including the Food Bank of Northern Indiana, Ronald McDonald House, and Unity Gardens). All classes before 6 p.m. are cancelled so everyone can take part. 95.3 MNC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Since early June, farmers in parts of Michiana have seen dry conditions affect pumpkin planting and growth. They said that less water early reduced blooms and more drought later made pumpkins smaller — a change that could also make them more vulnerable to pests. ABC57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mishawaka Utilities has kept water, wastewater, electric, and trash services affordable even as wastewater rates will increase 3.75% annually over the next five years. Careful planning and financial stewardship keep the services dependable and sustainable — a cornerstone of The Mishawaka Way. City of Mishawaka
- ➤ Residents will set their clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. EST on Nov. 2 as daylight saving time ends—this practice began over a century ago during wartime to save fuel and remains debated by lawmakers. South Bend Tribune
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Indiana ranked 4th for the biggest drop in mortgage rates in the second quarter of 2025—local real estate agents noted lower home prices and quicker sales for move-in ready homes and investments as home buying became more affordable. 95.3 MNC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During Notre Dame's 56—13 win over Arkansas, coach Marcus Freeman said a fake-punt reverse that gained 40 yards on fourth-and-10 kept his team from relaxing with a large lead. He explained the play extended the Irish's non-punt streak to 28 series and served as a warning for future opponents. South Bend Tribune
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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