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Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local officials announced that new community partners have joined the child safety center to enhance programs that support child protection — the center will work with these groups to improve safety resources. Further details will be released soon. WNDU
- ➤ A new facility called Community Partners for Child Safety opened in South Bend—Geminus and the Indiana Department of Child Services held a ribbon cutting to mark its launch, which will offer crisis intervention, mentoring, parenting education, and financial guidance to families facing behavioral, financial, housing, or domestic challenges. WNDU
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ INOVA Federal Credit Union is hosting a free financial workshop at the Tolson Center—focusing on home ownership programs and small business capital access—and will provide guidance on funding for local entrepreneurs. WNDU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Intermittent road closures will affect W. Dragoon Trail and Inwood Road this Friday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. for aerial power line work; Dragoon Trail will be closed from Logan Street to Spring Street between 9 a.m. and noon—motorists are urged to use alternate routes. ABC57
- ➤ Indiana Gov. Mike Braun signed a resolution with seven governors and two premiers — launching a regional sustainable agriculture initiative that aims to improve healthy economy, soil health, and water quality. In the initiative’s first year, leaders will develop a regional research agenda and action plan to tackle farming challenges and support future growth. InkFreeNews
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame and Beacon Health have teamed up to conduct health care research— the new partnership will study innovative methods to improve patient treatment. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame and Beacon Health System announced a multiyear research partnership on Thursday to provide medical students hands-on clinical experience and launch research on cancer, postpartum care and patient data — the effort will also help recruit physicians to meet local needs. WNDU
- ➤ Raising Cane’s is selling a limited-edition Breast Cancer Awareness Plush Puppy to raise funds for cancer research in local restaurants—helping support new treatment research. The chain will donate part of its proceeds—making a direct pledge to advance research efforts. WNDU
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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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Swan Lake
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Suitable for ages 3+ — Experience the enchanting world of ballet with Tchaikovsky’s celebrated Swan Lake performed by international stars.
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Logan Ramey's Tribute to Elvis and Friends
7-11 p.m. — Holiday Inn Mishawaka Conference Center — Call for ticket information — Celebrate the music of Elvis, Tom Jones, and Marilyn Monroe in a night of nostalgia and entertainment.
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