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Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Unity Gardens will host an Earth Day celebration on April 18 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3701 Prast Blvd. in South Bend. It offers workshops (Seed Bomb at 9, Foraging Walk at 11, History Tour at 1), award presentation at noon, volunteer work and food from Franky's Tacos. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Portage Township is offering $20 gift cards for laundry assistance at Burton's Laundry to residents already receiving township aid. The Spring Cleaning program starts today and will run until all 200 cards are distributed, with plans to potentially return in the fall. South Bend Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After 26 years at the Marycrest Building, Radio Sabor Latino moved into the historic WNIT Public Television building on West Jefferson Boulevard to continue serving the Latino community (its journey began in the former WSBT studio). WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ GEARS Youth Robotics Center's XLR8 team won the Indiana state championship in Osceola on March 31 + will head to Houston for the national championship soon. South Bend Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend shoppers can support sustainable brands during Earth Month by choosing eco-friendly home goods, beauty products and clothing. Explore selections from Sabai, Our Place and Zenni that are made with recycled materials + ethical production to upgrade your lifestyle. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Mike Braun announced Tuesday morning that Indiana will invest $200 million in its voucher program to boost childcare enrollment from 14,000 to 57,000 children—local daycares are preparing to welcome more families starting with siblings of current participants. ABC 57
- ➤ Gov. Braun announced the Iron Nation-Indiana program to connect Israeli tech companies with local operations and collaborate with universities and healthcare systems. The state contributed $15 million as part of a $60 million project initiated on April 14. WSBT
- ➤ Downtown Colfax Avenue is closed for a months-long streetscape project, the city announced. Utility work began April 13 at the Niles intersection, and Phase One will start April 20 from East Bank Trail to Hill Street with detours via Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Eddy Street. ABC 57
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Andi Renee Studios offers pop-up weddings that let couples say their vows with a simple 90-minute ceremony that includes a photographer, DJ, and sparkling grape juice. The package starts at ($2,000) for up to 20 guests, and micro-weddings in select venues host up to 50 guests. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame basketball welcomed Logan Duncomb (a 6-foot-10 graduate transfer and former Big South Player of the Year) on Tuesday, and he will play his final season under coach Micah Shrewsberry while the team prepares with a nine-player roster for next season. South Bend Tribune
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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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Pure Breeds Of Comedy VOL. 3 (Mother's Day Edition)
8-11 p.m. — Century Center — 25% of profits support a charitable cause — Enjoy a laugh-filled Mother's Day special with top comedians.
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