Good morning, Mishawaka.

South Bend International Airport delivered 2,600 teddy bears to Beacon Children’s Hospital Wednesday morning — a donation that has brought over 25,000 bears to local hospitals over 14 years to comfort kids during the holiday season.

La Casa de Amistad received a $25,000 grant from Comcast to boost digital skills training for Michiana residents & 25 laptops were donated to new program graduates.

Comcast supported the program for three years to help close the digital gap in the region.

Michiana Magic will host its third annual Toy Drive Game on Saturday at 4 p.m. at the Career Academy Gymnasium — 3801 Crescent Circle.

Families are invited to attend as kids get to pick a toy while adults donate items to support local children.

InRugCo Studio + Gift Shop in Mishawaka offers unique last-minute Christmas gifts inspired by local life in Michiana and the Midwest.

The store at 220 E. Mishawaka Avenue welcomes shoppers looking for items beyond rugs.

St. Joseph County Council is considering a new noise ordinance to address community concerns, with details to be discussed at an upcoming meeting at the county offices.

The proposed changes may bring clearer guidelines to local residents.

Notre Dame, Parkview Health and the 1842 Fund have joined forces to create digital health startups aimed at rural areas.

The initiative will launch up to two venture-backed companies in 2026 (following recent AI conferences) to improve local health care.

Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price declared for the NFL Draft less than a day after fellow Irish running back Jeremiyah Love made his decision — a sign of major shifts in local collegiate sports.

The Chicago Bears are expanding their search for a new stadium site to include Northwest Indiana.

The NFL team will review potential locations while weighing community support for its next venue.