Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
Good morning, South Bend.
🏘️ Community
Cat lovers gathered for the first annual Midwest Meow Fest at Century Center on Saturday, Mar.
21, with cat adoption opportunities and educational booths offered by The Cat Lady Café and the Humane Society of St. Joseph County.
🎭 Culture
The History Museum is featuring South Bend Tribune excerpts that include a 200-ft nylon rope used to tow a motorless aircraft in 1946, a 1930 blizzard, and other local events.
The exhibit offers a snapshot of historical innovation + weather challenges that shaped community life.
University Park Mall is hosting its annual Brunch with Bunny — featuring free Chick-fil-A brunch, snacks, and giveaways for kids — this weekend in Mishawaka.
Sunday's Caring Bunny session for children with special needs requires reservations.
📰 Economy
Indiana's unemployment filings rose to 2,637 from 2,586 last week, while national claims dropped to 205,000 from 213,000 (Labor Department).
The report shows a modest increase in state jobless benefits applications.
🏈 Sports
Triton senior guard Gage Riffle hit a go-ahead 3-pointer — securing a 51-45 win over North Vermillion in the IHSAA Class 1A semi-state championship played Saturday, March 21 at the Crawley Center.
Triton will face Barr-Reeve for the state title on Saturday, March 28 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Notre Dame women’s basketball faces Ohio State in the NCAA Round of 32 on Monday, Mar.
23 at the Buckeyes’ home court in Columbus. The game follows ND’s win over Fairfield on Saturday and is expected to be a close contest.
Yesterday, Northridge boys basketball lost a Class 4A semi-state championship game 66-40 at North Side Gym before nearly 6,000 fans.
The team ended a historic season with sectional and regional titles — leaving coach Scott Radeker and seniors with lasting memories.
🎉 South Bend Events
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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.
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.
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.
Fence Games 2026
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Custom Machine Motioneering Inc. — Ticket costs vary — Experience a two-day national fence competition showcasing craftsmanship and innovation in real-world conditions.
Mother & Daughter Sneaker Ball: Princess Edition
3-6 p.m. — Century Center — Cost not specified — Dance and showcase your coolest sneakers at this fun, stylish celebration of the mother-daughter bond.
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