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South Bend
Monday, February 16th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend offers a wide array of events this week, including film screenings at Browning Cinema, live music at Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, and local theater shows (with a comic book convention and zoo discounts). Events run Feb. 16-22 for community enjoyment. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Leaders, volunteers + community members are arriving at South Bend City Church downtown to join the annual St. Margaret's House Winter Walk today. The event encourages local engagement and support. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Two winning Powerball tickets worth $50,000 were sold in St. Joseph County after both matched four out of five numbers and the Powerball during Saturday night’s drawing. WSBT
- ➤ Community meals for Lent begin tomorrow with soup night at the YMCA on Feb. 17 and Ash Wednesday fish dinner at Elks Lodge on Feb. 18. Multiple fish frys and soup night out events are set on Feb. 20 and Feb. 21 at local venues (check listing details). South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Tribune is asking readers to vote for a Student of the Week nominated from local schools including Mishawaka High and NorthWood High. Voting will be open through noon Thursday, Feb. 19, and the winner’s story will be featured Friday. South Bend Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Erwin is a gentle two year old pup who arrived at the local Animal Resource Center as a stray and is now available for adoption. He loves to cuddle and plays nicely with children, cats, and dogs (he is neutered and up to date on vaccinations). WSBT
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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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