Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officer Travis Kukla, who has served the community for over a decade, is fighting non-Hodgkin lymphoma while undergoing a six-month chemotherapy treatment. Supporters hosted a golf event on Sunday at Brookwood Golf Course—fundraising through Kukla Strong merch to help lift his spirit. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana education leaders are focusing on middle school literacy after ILEARN results showed a drop in reading scores for 7th and 8th graders even as younger students improved since 2021. Operation Education will examine these local challenges later today on WSBT22 News — airing at 6:00 p.m. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school football games in Michiana returned varied results as Mishawaka won 42—21 over Warsaw while Mishawaka Marian lost 34—30 to New Prairie, with other regional teams also scoring this week. WNDU
- ➤ No. 16 Notre Dame with a 3-2 record hosts NC State with a 4-2 record in the football game at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 3:30 p.m. EDT—Notre Dame is favored by 22.5 points as the series remains tied. 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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Euchre Game Fun Day
5 PM — Battell Community Center — $2 entry, nickel a set — Enjoy a fun day of cards with friends and snacks.
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IDEA Foot Chase 5K/10K
12:30-4:30 p.m. — Central Park — $35-$45 — Lace up for a family-friendly run benefiting the Indiana Drug Enforcement Association while enjoying the scenic Riverwalk paths.
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