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Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Mishawaka. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Shore Line will let up to three kids ride free on all trains from Dec. 19 to Jan. 2 with an adult. This offer covers weekend, holiday, and rush hour rides — quiet car rules remain in effect on the last car during rush hour. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Mishawaka is building Indiana’s first public play space at Normain Heights Park—designed for all abilities to enjoy baseball, playground fun and a splash pad—and the nonprofit is asking for support to fund adaptive equipment, staffing and uniforms. 95.3 MNC
- ➤ The Food Bank received over 12,000 pounds of chicken from Martin’s Super Markets and Miller Poultry to help families facing food insecurity this holiday season — a timely boost as local support grows. 95.3 MNC
- ➤ On Dec. 15, community members honored veterans in a Wreaths Across America ceremony in Mishawaka to remember fallen heroes. The event featured wreath-laying and reflection at a local site. WNDU
- ➤ This week, local communities present numerous holiday events including hidden ornament hunts, family holiday parties, festive markets, and craft sessions (some free, others ticketed) in South Bend and nearby Mishawaka; events run from today through Dec. 21. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ More than 2,600 teddy bears will be delivered across five Michiana hospitals this week from the annual Bears in the Air event (which has delivered over 25,000 bears in 14 years) at South Bend International Airport. WNDU
- ➤ Granger ice cream parlor is celebrating Christmas with festive displays while a local Mishawaka family decorates their home with lights and ornaments; the holiday spirit invites locals to enjoy cheerful scenes around town this season. WNDU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Knox senior quarterback Myles McLaughlin — the first Michiana recipient — was named Indiana Mr. Football after breaking national records for rushing yards and touchdowns, leading his team to a 13-1 season, and he will play collegiately at Murray State. WNDU
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Holiday Celebration at Victory Roll
2-8 p.m. — Victory Roll — Ticketed event — Celebrate the holidays with food, games, and festive activities for all ages.
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