Daily
South Bend
Monday, March 23rd, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ghost, a playful 7‐month‐old stray dog, is available for adoption at the South Bend Animal Resource Center. He gets along with cats and other dogs and will be neutered and updated on vaccinations. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ South Bend and nearby areas host a busy week of local events from March 23-29 with film screenings at Vickers Theatre, live music at Blue Gate and Stockroom East, and family activities at Silver Beach Carousel and Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum — offering something for all ages. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting today, Tulip Road is closed at the railroad tracks between US-20 and Edison Road while NIPSCO crews repair a gas line — work is expected to finish by April 6. WSBT
- ➤ The city approved a $250,000 allocation for designing a new bandshell at Howard Park to boost outdoor concert and play events; construction may begin next year. City officials are now seeking grants and donations to cover the estimated 5 million-dollar cost. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lou Holtz, known for his success as a Notre Dame coach, also made his mark in sports broadcasting at ESPN after retiring in 2004. Local broadcasters, including ESPN's Rece Davis and ABC57's Dante Stanton, shared memories of his coaching wit and wisdom in recent interviews. ABC 57
- ➤ NDInsider Tom Noie will host his monthly chat on Notre Dame basketball on Thursday, Mar. 26 at 8:30 a.m. and invites local fans to submit questions with their names and hometowns. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame football opened its spring practice Friday with a competitive session that saw freshman quarterbacks Blake Hebert and Noah Grubbs vying for a backup role behind starter CJ Carr and running back Aneyas Williams—limited to no-contact reps after elbow surgery—while offensive prospects and tight end battles unfolded. ABC 57
- ➤ Joe Maloney, president of the Sports Betting Alliance, said March Madness is one of the top sports betting times today as many bettors join social events and stressed using legal options with deposit & time limits to keep play safe. ABC 57
- ➤ Indiana University will bring the National Championship Trophy Tour to IU South Bend on April 2 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. where local fans can view the championship trophy for free. WSBT
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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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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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