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Portage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow — who is leading the effort — said local food pantries and nonprofits reactivated their Emergency Food Initiative as SNAP benefits pause Saturday due to a federal shutdown.

Pantries will extend hours, launch mobile sites, and hold weekly virtual meetings to support about 20,000 households relying on SNAP.

WNDU was honored on Tuesday night by the Indiana Broadcasters Association with six Spectrum Awards — including being named TV Station of the Year for all TV news stations outside Indianapolis for the third straight year.

The station also won awards for its digital media presence, local community impact, advertising, individual commercial and industry imaging.

A local article presents updated Indiana-themed Halloween costume ideas for residents, suggesting figures from history and modern pop culture (like Abe Lincoln, John Dillinger, Kylo Ren, and Clifford) for last-minute outfits.

It updates earlier versions to offer fresh options for the upcoming holiday.

Community members in South Bend and Elkhart County are celebrating Día de los Muertos—honoring deceased loved ones with family festivals, ofrenda displays, and free concerts.

The planned events run from Oct 28 through Nov 2 with local partnerships staging processions and cultural activities for all ages.

Colts legend Jeff Saturday teams up with Attorney General Todd Rokita's office to launch ads on local radio, TV, + digital platforms that invite Hoosiers to check IndianaUnclaimed.gov for unclaimed money.

Rokita said more than $77 million has already been returned to rightful owners this year.

Attorney General Todd Rokita is distributing $21,763,819.19 from opioid settlements to local cities, counties and towns to fund drug disposal programs and treatment hubs—local governments will use the funds to support prevention and crisis care.

The Notre Dame women’s basketball team hosts Purdue Northwest in a preseason exhibition game today at 7 p.m. at Purcell Pavilion—this game marks the first look at a new-look Irish squad with only two returning players from last season.

Notre Dame redshirt freshman safety Tae Johnson credits first-year defensive coordinator Chris Ash for helping him improve his play and boosting the defense to force nine interceptions in the last three games.

Johnson says the growing bond with his coach has raised his confidence as they prepare for Saturday’s game at Boston College.

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.

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.

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.

Diabetes Nutrition Workshop

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