Daily
South Bend
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abril is a sweet dog ready for adoption from Heartland Small Animal Rescue in South Bend today. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped, and she does best in a home without other pets due to her fear of loud noises. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The City of South Bend is set to launch a storm drain painting competition on Michigan Street in downtown where five or six local artists will paint a three-foot by four-foot section to raise awareness about pollutants harming the Saint Joseph River and vie for a $250 cash prize. WSBT
- ➤ St. Joseph County held a community breakfast on April 1 (marking the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month) where WSBT22’s Kristin Bien emceed the event hosted by The CASIE Center to discuss prevention efforts. WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The What Nots Shop (Mishawaka's newest antique store) offers a mix of vintage radios, toys and antiques as its owners share plans to serve the community. Locals are invited to explore its unique collection. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Mike Braun ordered flags to fly half-staff in Indiana on Saturday from sunrise to sunset to honor Captain Seth Koval — a Purdue graduate with the Ohio Air National Guard who died on March 12 during Operation Epic Fury. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A local physician has launched an AI service that writes prescriptions from your smartphone to help avoid unnecessary ER visits. The service charges $25 per use and securely processes diagnoses for 39 infections, having already produced 1,500 prescriptions this year. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame junior Hannah Hidalgo was named Naismith Defensive Player of the Year after becoming the first player in NCAA history to record 200 steals in a season—she led her team with a 5.6 steals per game average and helped drive the Irish to an Elite Eight run. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ A review recounts eight notable Notre Dame basketball games against Final Four teams—featuring wins over Michigan and Connecticut that shaped the Irish legacy. The piece shows the historic moments that built local sports pride. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ During Notre Dame’s spring practice on March 20, tight end Cooper Flanagan and safety Adon Shuler briefly scuffled as coach Marcus Freeman highlighted the value of competitive spirit; defensive tackle Jason Onye had surgery for a fractured hand Tuesday, and freshman Nick Reddish will have shoulder repair on Thursday. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The IHSAA announced new sectional assignments for six high school sports; the Marian girls soccer team will move up to Class 3A this fall while Elkhart’s football group shifts to Class 6A Sectional 2. These changes, announced on March 31, affect teams across the South Bend area. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ After spring practice on April 1, Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said his football team ignored Indiana’s CFP trophy tour talk and focused on training in the weight room and meetings — aiming to build momentum for their season. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Former prep softball stars shone on Apr. 1 at Melissa Cook Stadium in South Bend. WMU's Caitlin Tighe hit a homer driving in two runs and, with three local players, faced Notre Dame where freshman Ava Zachary went two for two and drove in key runs. South Bend Tribune
-
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.
-
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.
-
Spring Latin Dance Celebration
6-10 p.m. — Stockroom East — Free entry — Celebrate spring with vibrant Latin rhythms and dance the night away.
-
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.
-
BACA's South Bend Learning Center Ice Cream Social
12-3 p.m. — Behavior Analysis Center for Autism BACA — Free entry — Enjoy ice cream and discover sensory-friendly resources for children with autism.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Reading changes your mind, applying changes your life.
~ James Clear
About Daily South Bend
Welcome to the Daily South Bend, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the South Bend, Indiana community. If you like the Daily South Bend, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in South Bend.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in South Bend and across Indiana. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily South Bend
A free South Bend community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailysouthbend.com/sitemap