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Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old is inviting people of all faiths to join a vigil tomorrow night at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mishawaka—an event to honor victims of a Michigan church shooting. WNDU
- ➤ Community leaders, healthcare partners, donors, and neighbors gathered on October 7 at 11:00 a.m. for a ribbon cutting ceremony that opened the new Women’s Care Center in Mishawaka—its design offers private consultation rooms and free, confidential support for women and families. City of Mishawaka
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame launched an external investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against former rector Thomas King, who served from 1980 to 1997, and set up a special committee led by attorney Helen Cantwell — the inquiry will review both the allegations and how past complaints were handled. InkFreeNews
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethel University will host Go2BU — a free, 24-hour campus visit for high school juniors, seniors and transfer students on Oct. 16–17 where they will experience dorm life, chapel, tip-off madness, concerts and other activities. Students may also qualify for a $2,000 visit scholarship if accepted as incoming Fall 26 students, and registration ends Oct. 13. InkFreeNews
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Christopher J. Murphy III, executive chairman of 1st Source Bank and 1st Source Corp., was honored with the Leaders in Banking Excellence award by the Indiana Bankers Association—he was one of four honorees recognized for over 50 years of service. His name will be added to a permanent Wall of Excellence in Indianapolis. InkFreeNews
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Mishawaka Common Council has updated its 2025 meeting schedule in accordance with Indiana law. Regular sessions set for the first and third Mondays at 6:00 p.m. will now occur on January 13, January 27, March 10, March 24, April 14, April 28, July 28, September 8, September 22, and October 27—Standing Committee meetings will begin at 5:45 p.m. prior to each session. City of Mishawaka
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new hospice service called Luminary Hospice (with an End-of-Life Doula team) has started in Granger to help Michiana families navigate care at the end of life, explained by Executive Director Jen Edwards and team members Traci Crowder and Amber Vite. The service will offer families comfort during difficult times. WNDU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Transfer wide receiver Will Pauling has scored two touchdowns and is playing a key role as Notre Dame rides a three-game winning streak—he is proving his value after limited early-season action. The team will face NC State on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. with the game streaming on Peacock. WNDU
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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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