Good morning, Mishawaka.

Hundreds rode in the annual Love Biketoberfest fundraiser (raising over $200,000) to support cycling projects and low-cost bikes in the region.

Indiana Youth Institute awarded 168 grants totaling over $40 million to youth-serving organizations statewide, including IN*SOURCE in Mishawaka.

The funding aims to strengthen programs in academics, physical health, and enrichment for kids.

LuLu (a stray dog about one year old) is available for adoption at the South Bend Animal Resource Center.

Families can fill out an adoption form on the center's website.

The FDA has recalled Great Value frozen organic blueberries and Trader Joe's frozen organic Mixed Berry Blend sold at local stores (including Walmart) due to possible E. coli contamination.

Shoppers should not eat these products and can return them for a full refund.

Local gardening columnist Melinda Myers advises homeowners to add crotons indoors for fall décor, as the plants display a mix of red, yellow, and orange hues.

She recommends placing the tropical plants in warm, bright spots while watering them regularly to keep their color vivid.

A college football poll released Sunday afternoon showed Indiana dropping to No. 7 after beating Rutgers while Notre Dame held at No. 3 and Alabama moved ahead after a big win over Mississippi State.

Indiana fans may watch these rankings shape the season ahead.

Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman said freshman RB Jonaz Walton used a unique running style to gain 120 yards in a win over North Carolina — his performance may boost team confidence this season.

Lucy Dunham, the South Bend Saint Joseph standout, finished tied for 12th at the IHSAA State Finals on Saturday, Oct.

3 at Battleground Golf Club with a total of 153 strokes. She secured her state spot with a Penn Sectional win and earned Northern Indiana Conference MVP honors.

Voting is open until Oct.

8 at 5 p.m. ET for the Oct. 2 South Bend Tribune Football Player of the Week poll featuring 11 high school nominees from local teams (including Buchanan and Edwardsburg).