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Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Hannah’s Helping Hands gave winter coats and pizza to kids in South Bend — led by Tamara Hidalgo, the mother of Notre Dame’s basketball star Hannah, who organized the event to support local children during colder months. WNDU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Potawatomi Zoo is hosting Zoo Boo—an early Halloween celebration with costumed characters and themed events that span this weekend and next, featuring Princesses and Heroes now and Witches and Wizardry later. Visitors can enjoy trick or treating, a haunted train, and an enchanted carousel with open hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today. WNDU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mishawaka will see northbound Grape Road lane restrictions between Imus Drive and Catalpa Drive starting Monday, Oct.20 for NIPSCO gas main repairs—the restrictions will end at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct.24 if weather permits. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes to avoid delays. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Men’s basketball coach Micah Shrewsberry praised football coach Marcus Freeman for his ongoing support — noting that Freeman attends games and offers leadership advice that strengthens the Notre Dame coaching community. Their strong bond has helped both teams stay focused as they work to improve their performance this season. WNDU
- ➤ Chris Zorich explained that Notre Dame must focus on strong defense and timely scoring to keep their College Football Playoff hopes alive as they face USC. His breakdown details key plays the team will need in the rivalry matchup — a contest that could decide their playoff fate. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame men’s basketball beat Butler 77-76 in a preseason exhibition game on Friday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse — Markus Burton and Cole Certa each scored 12 points while the team prepares for its final exhibition against DePaul at Purcell Pavilion. WNDU
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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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