Good morning, Mishawaka.

Officials have released a detailed trick-or-treat schedule for Halloween 2026 across Michiana communities (including Shiphewana on Friday, Oct.

30 and most sites on Saturday, Oct. 31) to help residents plan their evening.

Mishawaka Catholic School received a grant from Martin’s Super Markets for new standing desks to help kids focus at school, and installation is planned soon & additional classroom support may follow.

Gov. Braun announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration declared disaster status for counties hit by severe storms, tornadoes, and floods from June 6 to June 26.

Residents and business owners can access low-interest loans today with Disaster Loan Outreach Centers open at select locations to help with applications.

Bishop Noll beat Marian 1-0 in a Class 2A boys soccer regional semifinal at Abro Stadium on Oct.

15 with Darian Araisa scoring and goalie Santiago Gonzalez making key saves. Noll will play West Noble today for the regional title.

Friday night high school football games on Oct.

16 ended with key scores across the region; Mishawaka Marian lost 17-18 to South Bend Riley while another local team beat Wawasee 42-13. In Michigan, teams worked to secure playoff spots as the regular season wrapped up.

Notre Dame will host the Savannah Bananas in June for two games featuring the debut of Banana Ball 360.

The ticket lottery is open now and the games, held at Notre Dame Stadium and Frank Eck Stadium, are expected to draw thousands who will visit local hotels, restaurants & shops.

Today, No.2 Notre Dame will face No.8 BYU as both teams remain undefeated and ESPN College GameDay broadcasts from Provo.

Local leaders are preparing for the 2026 Red Ribbon March and Rally to promote drug prevention + youth engagement in our community.