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Monday, October 27th, 2025

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Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • South Bend will host the 27th Annual Michiana Chili Cook-Off — local cooks will compete and community members can sample their chili recipes at the event, with details to be announced soon.  WNDU

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Mark Loveless (70) is the engineering manager for software development at AE Techron just off (US 20) in Elkhart, and he said he has no immediate plans to retire because he enjoys his work and stays healthy. He returned from Silicon Valley after spending 15 years there and running a dairy farm for 17 years, and he now uses more of his skills by managing software test systems for customers.  InkFreeNews

CULTURE NEWS

  • Adam Driver, who grew up in Mishawaka, said he spent two years pitching a Star Wars movie about his character, Ben Solo, with director Steven Soderbergh and Lucasfilm supporting the idea but Disney rejecting it. The film, to be called The Hunt for Ben Solo, was scrapped because Disney leaders did not see a way to keep the character alive—leaving Driver puzzled about his future role in the saga.  South Bend Tribune
  • Historical newspaper excerpts show that in 1931 Mayor W.R. Hinkle declared the Uptown Halloween frolic the official celebration as children opened the parade — decorations were set along South Michigan street for 60,000 people. The collection also features a 1900 electric headlight test, World War I awards for Mishawaka men in 1922, a 1959 burglary, and a 1962 peacock escape.  South Bend Tribune

FINANCE NEWS

  • A WalletHub report said that while credit limits dropped in 46 states, Indiana’s new account limits rose 4.5 percent in the second quarter and 0.4 percent over the past year—averaging $4,272 for new accounts.  95.3 MNC

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Euchre Game Fun Day

    5 PM — Battell Community Center — $2 entry, nickel a set — Enjoy a fun day of cards with friends and snacks.

    Thu, 10/30/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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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.

    Thu, 11/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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  • Diabetes Nutrition Workshop

    5-7 p.m. — HealthLinc Mishawaka — RSVP required — Learn to build a healthy plate while enjoying recipes and giveaways.

    Mon, 11/24/25

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