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Saturday, April 18th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City leaders and volunteers teamed up Friday to remove illegal dumping from Elwood to Keller and Olive to Wilbur Streets (the second cleanup effort this year) as they work to keep neighborhoods vibrant. WSBT
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County celebrated Amber Bridgeman’s new home with a ribbon cutting on Friday, April 17 as local staff, friends and family joined the event. The organization plans to build 110 houses in the next five years — a sign of growing community support. WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s shoppers who made purchases in 2019 may be eligible for about $102.45 each from a $7.4 million class action settlement. Claims must be filed by June 9 for those shopping at South Bend and other nearby locations in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ NIPSCO and United Steelworkers reached a tentative contract agreement, but the lockout remains in effect as the deal awaits ratification. Negotiations began on Jan. 20 after the previous contract expired on March 31 and have caused longer power restoration times for local communities, affecting about 1,600 workers (USW). WNDU
- ➤ Walmart is remodeling its Mishawaka store at 316 Indian Ridge Blvd this year with new layouts, technology and services to make shopping easier and faster. The store will remain open during the upgrade—part of a plan to update over 650 locations nationwide. South Bend Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Luke Combs and special guests will perform at Notre Dame Stadium today starting at 5:20 p.m., with parking opening at 12 p.m. and gates at 5 p.m.—campus road changes and transit options are in place to ease concert traffic. WNDU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Edison Road between Tulip and Sage Roads in St. Joseph County is closed until April 23 due to recent weather and ongoing gas line repairs. The project was originally expected to finish Friday. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local allergy season is intensifying at Leeper Park where rising pollen levels and warmer temperatures are causing sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion. South Bend allergist Dr. Sohaib Aleem advises residents to follow an environmental control plan (including pre-meds) to ease symptoms and enjoy spring outdoors. WNDU
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sheriff is a charming 1½-year-old adoptable dog, weighing 69 lb, who is up to date on vaccinations and neutered. He needs a home with a fenced yard and older children and is ready for adoption at Pet Refuge (4626 Burnett Drive in South Bend). South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame basketball teams (men’s and women’s) will head to Rome for the Eternal City Tip Off as they will meet Pope Leo, play Villanova on Nov. 1, and attend a mass at Saint Peter’s Basilica. WSBT
- ➤ Notre Dame women’s basketball added former Louisville forward Anaya Hardy on April 17 to boost their frontcourt after KK Bransford’s departure and the graduation of top players; Hardy started 27 games last season and averaged 4.9 points and 4.2 rebounds, and coach Ivey praised her energy and athleticism. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ KK Bransford did not return to play for Notre Dame women’s basketball and entered the transfer portal after dealing with injury setbacks — her decision came as the team wrapped a season where she was seen as a key bench player. South Bend Tribune
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
~ Theodore Roosevelt
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