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Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portage Township launched its April Spring Cleaning program to help residents offset rising laundry costs. The program will provide gift cards to Burton’s Laundry (supporting working families with extra expenses) for those receiving township services. WSBT
- ➤ On March 29, 2026, We Make Indiana held a Palm Sunday march in South Bend where diverse faith groups gathered to promote compassion and care—participants received palm leaves and chanted hymns as they moved through downtown. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ South Bend is starting its spring construction season with projects to improve pedestrian safety on the East Bank, including a Colfax Avenue streetscape and repairs to the Madison Lifestyle District. Road closures are temporary and will continue through summer. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nfluence Church in Granger hosts the Freedom Truck Mobile Museum exhibit with interactive displays + AI portraits of founding figures and artifacts from the American Revolution. The free exhibit runs today until 5 p.m. WSBT
- ➤ At the Morris Performing Arts Center, the 3rd Annual South Bend High School Music Festival featured over 250 students from Washington, Adams and Riley high schools performing in 14 ensembles, with all groups joining for a final work. Local colleges were onsite to discuss higher education opportunities with the students. WSBT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Hoosier Lottery reported that a $50,000 winning Powerball ticket sold at Murphy's USA on North Oak Road in Plymouth matched four of five numbers in Monday's drawing. The winner is advised to secure the ticket, talk with a financial advisor, and call the lottery for prize instructions. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ INDOT is planning a diverging diamond interchange east of the Amazon data center and battery plant to ease traffic (it will allow drivers to make more efficient left turns) on Larrison Boulevard and Strawberry Road. South Bend Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Retailers including Dick's Sporting Goods, PGA Tour Superstore and Rhoback are offering up to 50% off spring golf apparel deals for South Bend golfers—providing discounts on polos, shoes, hats and more as the season gets underway. South Bend Tribune
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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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MATILDA, The Musical
April 24-26 Saint Mary’s College presents a fantastic production of Matilda! Both kids and adults will love this full-blown production with a great cast, professional orchestra, and amazing sets and costumes. Don’t miss it! TIckets at saintmarys.edu/events or at the door.
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Spring Latin Dance Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Stockroom East — Free entry — Celebrate spring with vibrant Latin rhythms and dance the night away.
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Monday’s Were Made Mahj!
6-8 p.m. — Manny's Sports Bar — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun night of Mahjong with guidance and good company at a local hotspot.
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