Daily
South Bend
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dustin's Place is expanding its services into South Bend by launching Family Grief Nights to support children and adults coping with loss; sessions run every other Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — the program meets growing needs in St. Joseph County. WSBT
- ➤ The South Bend Polar Plunge will celebrate its 10th year on Feb. 28 at the 1st Source Bank Performance Center. Participants will register at 10:30 a.m. and plunge at noon to raise funds for Special Olympics Indiana that supports athletic and leadership programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Historical photos capture Jesse Jackson’s speaking events and community engagements in South Bend from 1975 to 2011. The images show keynotes at Notre Dame, fundraising dinners, and local gatherings that highlight his longstanding impact. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Edison Middle School principal Jesus Pedraza said Notre Dame football star Leonard Moore visited on Feb. 13 to share his journey with students * sparking discussions about academic and athletic opportunities. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Redevelopment Commission approved a $200,000 design plan for the Western Avenue Transformation District, a donation of a vacant lot on Euclid, increased funds for Ivy Alley Social House and 30-day bid talks on a parking lot at 1818 W. Sample St after no bids came in. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Edison Middle School football coach Don Johnson (24) said Notre Dame football star Leonard Moore’s visit boosted Tackle Attendance and motivated students at the school. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The South Bend Cubs are hiring part-time, seasonal game day employees for roles including concessions, custodial services, ushers, parking attendants, and video production; they held a job fair Tuesday and scheduled another at Howard Park (5:30–7 p.m.) Feb. 24. WSBT
- ➤ Fred Hale Jr., the associate director of strength and conditioning for Notre Dame football, left his position on Feb. 17 for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles, where he will work in a similar role with director Fernando Noriega. 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 first step toward success is taken when you refuse to be a captive of the environment in which you first find yourself.
~ Mark Caine
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