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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend will hold its second annual MLK Jr. Honor Walk tomorrow at 10 a.m. beginning at the Civil Rights Heritage Center (1040 W. Washington St.) and ending at the MLK Jr. Dream Center (1522 Linden Ave.), with a Taste of Linden Market preview after the walk. South Bend Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Four Winds Field welcomes the South Bend Cubs on opening day today after a $48 million renovation added a new upper deck and events space. Downtown investment is nearing $1B as several projects boost local growth, according to Jeff Rea of the South Bend Regional Chamber. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Clay International Academy became an IB World School for the Primary Years Programme after a multi-year review process. The school now offers an inquiry-based program to prepare elementary students for a globally focused education. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ School City of Mishawaka honored teachers with Teacher of the Year awards on Thursday, Apr. 2, as third-grade teacher Matthew Crosetto (LaSalle Elementary) and English teacher Christie Buchmann (Mishawaka High) received recognition from Superintendent Theodore Stevens. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Wide receiver Jordan Faison now focuses solely on football after a standout 2025 season when he led the team in receptions and yards, leaving lacrosse behind to boost his health + build strength for upcoming games. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Aimee Litka resigned as New Prairie girls basketball head coach on April 2 after six seasons, saying she would focus on her family and her teaching role at New Prairie Middle School. She will continue coaching her son's AAU team. 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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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.
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