Good morning, South Bend.

A South Bend Tribune archive excerpt recounts how park officials in 1949 planned to clip the wings of Sammy the swan after he flew the coop from Leeper Park, a quirky moment that reminds locals of the city’s colorful past.

Regional gas prices dropped last week to an average of $2.65 per gallon — down from $2.69 — and were 7.6% below the national average of $2.87, according to the Energy Information Administration.

This data covers states including Indiana.

The St. Joseph County Public Library hosted Science Alive on Saturday, Feb.

7 to introduce kids to real science experiments and interactive demos. The event was led by local experts (including Notre Dame faculty) and provided engaging demonstrations for young learners.

Notre Dame Football named Brian Jean-Marie as its linebacker coach and run game coordinator.

The coach (in his second stint at Michigan and with 25 years of college experience) will bolster the defense.

The IHSAA girls swimming and diving sectional meet took place Saturday, Feb.

7 at Riley as athletes from several high schools competed in events like the 200-yard freestyle and 100-yard butterfly. Photos show standout moments from the day.

Notre Dame has named Aaron Henry as its Co-Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach in South Bend.

Henry served as defensive coordinator at the University of Illinois and led eight players to All-Big Ten honors last season — marking his 13th season in coaching.

Notre Dame hosted Florida State in an ACC contest at Purcell Pavilion (Joyce Center) on Saturday, Feb.

7, with intense plays captured in photos from the energetic game in South Bend.

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.

South Bend Polar Plunge

10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — Register for participation — Dive into the frosty fun while supporting Special Olympics Indiana athletes.

David Lester Learn: Entanglements and Urban Archaeology Exhibition

5-8 p.m. — South Bend Museum of Art — Free entry — Explore the dialogue between David Lester Learn's Urban Archaeology sculptures and recent Entanglements paintings in this unique exhibition.