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South Bend
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dustin's Place is coming to South Bend to support grieving families with free counseling by hosting a '____ and Me' dance for kids and their special person on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Registration is required on their website. WSBT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A section of Pine Road near North Liberty washed away Friday with heavy rain south of Quinn Road (at Potato Creek State Park), and county engineers are assessing repair plans. WSBT
- ➤ On Monday, March 9, firefighters responded to a house fire on Ridgeway Street in South Bend, rescuing a dog, two cats, a rabbit and six snakes while one dog died — they also managed a shed fire on Beverly Place caused by burning leaves. WSBT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On March 9, AAA reported Indiana's average gas price reached $3.478 a gallon, up from $2.798 earlier in the month, with South Bend prices rising to $3.539. The increase came after global oil market shifts from Middle East conflicts affected crude oil supplies. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn High School officials are investigating reports of racist language used during a March 6 boys basketball game against Riley. Principal Rachel Fry said on March 7 that the school is following its Code of Conduct (and has removed the broadcast) as it addresses the incident. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ John Heisler recalled his 11 years working with Lou Holtz at Notre Dame after Holtz passed last week, highlighting his unique coaching style and memorable moments like hosting impromptu BBQ sessions (which brought fans together). His reflections honor a legacy that enriched local sports history. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame women's basketball, with a 22-10 record and top-25 ranking, is expected to earn a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament. Projections from several sources suggest early round matchups with teams like Rice or Rhode Island, highlighting the team's strong win streak. South Bend Tribune
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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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We Are Phoenix - Music of Rebirth and Renewal
The South Bend Chamber Singers will present the Indiana premiere of a new oratorio for choir and strings with video projections by American composer Tim Takach. We Are Phoenix illuminates the analogy between humans and our planet: we both suffer loss and devastation and yet rise again and again, becoming stronger each time. With the Notre Dame Children's Choir.
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Neighborhood Evolution: Explore South Bend's Small Developer Ecosystem
5-10 p.m. — Aloft South Bend — Event cost varies — Discover how local developers are revitalizing South Bend through transformative projects and innovative community strategies.
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Polish Easter Food Blessing
12-6 p.m. — St. Joseph Young Men's Society — Free entry — Celebrate culture with traditional Polish food and community activities.
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Easter Elegance: Brunch with the Bunny
2-4:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Reservations required — Celebrate Easter with an elegant brunch featuring prime rib, action stations, and Bunny photos.
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