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🌱 How could Mishawaka Fieldhouse money end up in a Florida mansion?

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In today's newsletter:

  • How could Mishawaka Fieldhouse money end up in a Florida mansion?
  • How Mishawaka’s new Miracle League Field is drawing statewide attention
  • See how Mishawaka’s Penn High stacks up against Indiana powerhouses

Also on today's calendar: Tea & Tiles: A Champagne Mahjong Brunch Experience.

Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and more humid, with a high of 81 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and warmer, temps: high: 88, low: 70. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 88 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• FBI Raids Home, Business Of Westfield Developer (inkfreenews.com) — Mishawaka readers should know federal prosecutors allege funds from the city’s $38 million Mishawaka Fieldhouse project were diverted to help buy a $6.6 million Florida home, now targeted for forfeiture. The developer denies wrongdoing but has stepped back from new projects while the fraud and money-laundering investigation continues.
   

• People from around the world visit St. Joseph County (southbendtribune.com) — Mishawaka residents are seeing their city and St. Joseph County draw visitors from around the world, from major sports tournaments at the Mishawaka Fieldhouse to the new all-abilities Miracle League Field at Normain Park. The county is also gearing up for big-name concerts, Restaurant Weeks, and hundreds of live music performances that boost tourism, hotel revenue, and local pride.
   

• Indiana High Schools With the Best Athletic Programs in 2026 (kissrichmond.com) — Penn High School in Mishawaka earns a spot among Indiana’s top ten athletic programs for 2026, recognized for strong teams in football, wrestling, swimming, baseball, and track. The statewide list compares schools on championships, facilities, and multi-sport success, putting Penn in the same conversation as Carmel, Center Grove, and other powerhouse programs.
   

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  • My cousin passed away on July 5 and left behind a nine-year-old fox terrier pitbull mix dog.
    Her name is MEERA. I have the majority of her paperwork since she was a puppy nine years ago and my cousin and his wife First got her.. read on word… (Nextdoor Southwest Mishawaka)
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    Make an appointment with us, you never won't be disappointed. Scalp massage can be a relaxing practice, and there is some evidence that it offers… (Nextdoor Mishawaka South)
  • Hersha Hospitality Management, LP posted a job opening for Room Attendant - Housekeeper in Mishawaka. Apply here.
  • Healthcare Services Group posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Mishawaka. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Mishawaka here.

🗞 Nearby News

Notre Dame

  • Rev. James Lies, C.S.C. (nd.edu)
  • Students embark on summer research for the common good (nd.edu)
  • Violin Professor Patrick Yim Releases New Naxos Recording Celebrating the Music of Pulitzer Prize Finalist Chen Yi (nd.edu)

Granger

  • Find Senior Living Communities in Granger, IN (care.com)
  • Granger Christian School is closing doors after 55 years. (abc57.com)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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