Good morning, South Bend.

Al Carothers, owner of Al's House of Style, says his barbershop gives locals more than haircuts + a welcoming space for community connection.

Firefighters responded to an early morning barn fire on Thursday, Feb.

12 at a local farm; they contained the blaze (preventing it from spreading to a nearby home) but several farm animals did not survive.

The Indiana University South Bend Civil Rights Heritage Center launched a series for Black History Month featuring four weekly stories that include a 1964 Kreamo bakery boycott, musician Billy 'Stix' Nicks’ journey, and community leader B.G.

Smith & these previews come ahead of an online encyclopedia set for a 2027 launch.

The Studebaker Museum in South Bend displays the world's largest collection of presidential carriages, custom-built for historic American figures such as President Lincoln and President Harrison.

The collection is on view Monday through Saturday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday (12 p.m. to 5 p.m.).

Residents in St. Joseph County, including those in Granger (where leaves have piled up) have experienced months-long delays in pickup service.

County Councilman Dan Schaetzle said leaders will meet with the contracted company today to review the issues and plan future pickups.

Beacon Children's Hospital NICU staff celebrated Valentine's Day by decorating the unit and giving each baby a crocheted hat (including three sets of twins) while taking photos for parents.

John Glenn High School football head coach Ron Brown resigned after two seasons with a 3-16 record; his resignation is set for school board review on Tuesday, Feb.

17 (he will remain an assistant principal).

Penn senior Alayna Riggins earned NIC MVP honors by leading her team to a championship during the 2025-26 season while New Prairie coach Ashley Wojtysiak was named Coach of the Year.

The awards were based on strong performances at the NIC meet.

Notre Dame basketball hosts Georgia Tech at Purcell Pavilion on Saturday at 12 p.m. Both teams, with a 2-10 ACC record, will try to win to break a losing streak and improve their chances for the tournament.

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.

Ryan O'Flanagan Stand-Up Comedy Show

6:30-9 p.m. — Cheers Bar and Grill — $12 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Ryan O'Flanagan and local comedians.

Michiana Home Show

10 AM – 7 PM — Century Center — Free entry — Explore vendor booths showcasing home improvement and design.

Spring Plant Sale & Swap

12-3 p.m. — Potawatomi Conservatories — Members access at noon, non-members at 1 p.m. — A chance to buy and trade plants with fellow gardening enthusiasts.