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South Bend
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After rebuilding its office following a car crash in April, 32 Pearls Family Dentistry celebrates a new mural (Where’s Waldo-themed) that brightens the space and reminds visitors that recovery brings hope. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tribune readers cast hundreds of votes that named West End Bakery in Mishawaka as their favorite dessert spot ahead of Valentine's Day, honoring nearly 100 years of local tradition - a win that emphasizes community support. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Amor Young from Mishawaka High School was named the South Bend Tribune Student of the Week for Feb. 9 (chosen by Tribune readers) with nominees also including a student from LaVille Jr/Sr High School. Check The Tribune website Monday for next nominations. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Tribune Sports reporter Tom Noie joined ABC57 Tipoff hosts Vahid Sadrzadeh and Olivia Ray as the Fighting Irish hunt for a win against the wolfpack — they discussed the team’s strategy ahead of the game. ABC 57
- ➤ The No. 7 Bremen girls basketball team clinched a Class 2A regional title at LaPorte High School on Saturday, Feb. 14 after defeating Andrean 61-32 (with a strong 12-0 start that set the pace). South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Northridge girls basketball won the IHSAA Class 4A regional title on Saturday, Feb. 14 by edging Valparaiso 51 to 50 at Jimtown High School. Junior Zoe Yeater hit a key free throw with five seconds left, earning the team its second regional title. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame hosted Georgia Tech on Saturday, Feb. 14 at Purcell Pavilion (the Joyce Center) where players made key moves in an action-packed contest. Photos captured Braeden Shrewsberry, Brady Koehler and others in play as the Fighting Irish competed against the Yellow Jackets. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Marquette Catholic lost 64-51 against Fremont in the IHSAA Class 1A girls basketball regional on Feb. 14, ending the Blazers’ state final hopes while Fremont captured its first regional crown since 1999. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame basketball starter Jalen Haralson missed Saturday’s ACC home game against Georgia Tech due to a sprained ankle he sustained during Tuesday’s loss to SMU, and Logan Imes started in his place as the team sought to rebound after a five-game losing streak. South Bend Tribune
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Michiana Home Show
10 AM – 7 PM — Century Center — Free entry — Explore vendor booths showcasing home improvement and design.
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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The trick to life is to enjoy the process of being unsatisfied with what you have.
~ Naval Ravikant
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