Good morning, South Bend.

Girl Scout cookie season starts Saturday, Jan.

31 in South Bend as local troops and booths offer 11 flavors including a new Exploremores flavor + popular favorites like Thin Mints and Tagalongs. Purchase cookies online using a personalized link provided by Girl Scouts.

Winter weather has made roads dangerous over the last two weeks with multiple accidents on the toll road and I-94, and police said on Tuesday drivers should slow down, avoid cruise control, and prepare by carrying extra gas, food, and warm supplies (as crashes continue to delay traffic).

South Bend Community Schools revealed a fiscal update showing a turnaround from unstable finances to stability with $5 million a year saved after ending outsourcing and a $26 million cash boost.

The district now pays among the highest teacher salaries and will spend nearly $18,000 per student in 2026.

The St. Joe County Public Library will host its 34th annual Science Alive on Feb.

7 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Main Library (304 S. Main Street) with free entry and plenty of parking nearby.

The South Bend YMCA is redesigning 10,000 sqft on West Jefferson Street into a full-service childcare center for infants and toddlers that will serve 85 to 90 children, with enrollment starting late 2026 and the opening planned by year-end or early next.

Schools across Michiana are adjusting schedules because icy roads and snow make travel hard, so Indiana districts use live online lessons and asynchronous days while officials in South Bend hope to resume in-person classes today (Tuesday) as they await more weather guidance.

Drivers in Mishawaka encountered hazardous conditions on Monday as packed snow covered lane markings and made surfaces slick, prompting officials to advise motorists to drive slowly and avoid non-essential travel (especially near the busy Main and Douglas intersection).

South Bend is investing tens of millions in new water treatment projects to reduce forever chemicals in drinking water.

The city is using settlement funds and state bonds to upgrade treatment at North Station and Pinhook — a move that also sees firefighters adopting safer gear to lower PFAS exposure.

Local health officials report new research suggests the Shingles vaccine may lower Alzheimer’s risk by reducing inflammation in the nervous system & blood vessels, though Dr. Michelle Migliore noted the working hypothesis is not yet proven.

Bethel University, the Community Foundation of Elkhart County, and the Elkhart County Convention & Visitors Bureau will host the NAIA Swimming and Diving National Championships from March 4 to 7 at Beacon's Elkhart Health & Aquatics, featuring top college athletes from over 20 programs with tickets available online.

Notre Dame basketball will host No. 17 Virginia today at 7 p.m. at Purcell Pavilion on ESPN2.

The Irish (11-9 overall) seek a first home win against a ranked team, while the Cavaliers (16-3) try to rebound after a recent loss.

Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 with Anthony McGill

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an emotionally powerful evening featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 and acclaimed clarinetist Anthony McGill.

South Bend Record Show

2 p.m. — River Commons Homeowners Association — Cost varies — Explore a vast collection of records in a peaceful neighborhood setting.

FUJI BJJ South Bend Winter Championship

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. — Century Center — Tournament entry fees apply — Experience top-tier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competition at the South Bend Winter Championship.

Next to Normal by Phoenix Performing Arts

3:00-5:30 p.m. — Goshen Theater — Tickets available online now — A powerful rock musical that explores the complexities of mental illness in a suburban family through heartfelt music and storytelling.

Cinderella Tea Party

7:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Experience the enchanting Cinderella ballet reimagined for families with both classic and contemporary dances.