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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Public Works invites local artists to participate in a Storm Drain Art Contest — a project to raise awareness of pollutants in downtown storm drains. Applications are open until April 30 and selected artists will be paid $250 to create murals ahead of First Fridays on June 5. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The Food Bank of Northern Indiana is launching mobile pantries this month to distribute boxed and bagged food on a first-come, first-served, drive-through basis at sites across the area— from Trinity Lutheran Church in Culver to the Food Bank in South Bend. Pickups run from April 6 to April 24. South Bend Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Indiana and across the U.S. continued rising as the national average hit $4.09 per gallon on Friday, with some stations in Columbus and Scottsburg offering prices below $3.40. Oklahoma recorded the lowest average at $3.226 per gallon. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County leaders in St. Joseph County clarified decommissioning bonds for solar farms — companies must pay a $250,000 bond with plans to raise the amount for future cleanup costs. Community members remain concerned over potential defaults shifting extra cleanup burdens to property owners. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tonight's Opening Day game between the Cubs and Bandits is postponed due to unplayable infield conditions. Fans may attend an Open House at Four Winds Field with a whiffle ball game and autographs, while the rescheduled game will start at 4:05 p.m. today after gates open at 2:30 p.m. ABC 57
- ➤ The South Bend Cubs opened on Friday, Apr. 3 at 7:05 p.m. at Four Winds Field after minor renovations and an upgraded menu. New manager Daniel Wasinger led the team and introduced top prospects Kane Kepley, Owen Ayers, Angel Cepeda + Kade Snell, capped by fireworks. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Heavy rain made the infield unsafe, so the South Bend Cubs postponed their Friday season opener and hosted a stadium open house featuring player events and a fireworks show – while the team played Saturday’s game with gates opening at 2:30 p.m. WSBT
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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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