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Mishawaka
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Karen Deak has been selected as executive director of the IDEA Center at Notre Dame and will lead the center as it rolls out a new strategic reorganization. She served as interim director since September 2024—her experience in patent law and commercialization will help support university research. Michiana Business News
- ➤ A new report shows that teacher pay in Indiana is not keeping up with inflation—average salaries increased about 4% to $63,424 in Fiscal Year 2025 while median wages fell 3% since 2020. Operation Education is investigating the report from the state’s Interim Study Committee on Fiscal Policy. WSBT
- ➤ Holy Cross College President Marco Clark will go to a Catholic college conference in Rome on Wednesday where he will meet Pope Leo in a private audience; his school is the only North American representative at the event. He said he is excited to show how his school helps students grow and become future leaders. WNDU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State Police at the Bremen Post shared safety tips to help drivers avoid deer collisions after over 17,000 crashes last year caused injuries and fatalities. They urged cautious driving at dawn and dusk, advising drivers not to swerve and to report accidents promptly—measures that are especially relevant during the fall mating season. InkFreeNews
- ➤ A rough section of track on Jefferson Boulevard near Chestnut Street in Mishawaka closed Monday for repairs — after drivers reported near-accidents — and remains unavailable. Officials said drivers must use Byrkit Avenue and Main Street — a detour to E. McKinley Avenue — until the track reopens Friday if weather allows. WNDU
- ➤ South Bend officials and local Black Lives Matter members proposed using $4.8M from city reserves to support SNAP-dependent households amid a government shutdown that delays November benefits, and a virtual press conference is set for Wednesday at 4 p.m.+ officials say the measure is needed to prevent severe food shortages. WNDU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ During the bye week, Notre Dame head coach Marcus Freeman addressed the team’s kicking game struggles (special teams issues) as they prepared for upcoming contests. WNDU
- ➤ Marcus Freeman addressed LSU’s firing of head coach Brian Kelly — the move happened over the weekend while Notre Dame was off. He said the change may affect college football ties and plans for the upcoming season. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame defensive lineman Gabriel Rubio remained sidelined during the bye week as the team worked to get healthy, and no timeline was announced for his return. WNDU
- ➤ Notre Dame women's basketball junior guard Hannah Hidalgo was named to the Nancy Lieberman Award Watch List — the honor recognizes the top point guard in NCAA Division I women's basketball. She was also named a Preseason AP All-American and selected as the ACC Preseason Player of the Year. WNDU
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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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Diabetes Nutrition Workshop
5-7 p.m. — HealthLinc Mishawaka — RSVP required — Learn to build a healthy plate while enjoying recipes and giveaways.
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