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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Potawatomi Zoo welcomed a healthy baby Sichuan takin on May 12 from mom Yi Liu and dad Caboose—she passed her first exam on May 15 and is thriving. This arrival brightens local days with positive news. WSBT
- ➤ Family Express canceled its plans for a new gas station at Harrison and Blackberry Roads after local homeowners — concerned over noise and traffic — opposed the proposal Friday afternoon in Mishawaka. WSBT
- ➤ Ranger is a friendly, two-year-old pit-mix ready for adoption at the South Bend Animal Resource Center. He is house-trained, knows the sit command, loves walks, and gets along with cats and dogs—ideal for families that enjoy outdoor adventures. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ St. Joseph County Police and Dunkin’ raised hundreds of dollars for Indiana Special Olympics on Friday morning by offering free donuts and coffee to customers, with the funds supporting local athletes in the annual Cop on a Rooftop event. WNDU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A historical marker for 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game' was dedicated Friday afternoon at Four Winds Field and featured Rabbi Michael Friedland speaking at the event. South Bend Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Construction on the GM battery plant near New Carlisle is paused as GM holds the site until a future partner is ready, and county officials say they will discuss next steps before the January 1 infrastructure payment. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Emma Filley from LaVille Jr/Sr High School was named Tribune Student of the Week for May 11 by local readers. Nominees from Adams and NorthWood High Schools were also in the contest and new nominations will be accepted on Monday. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame is hosting graduation weekend ceremonies with diploma events held today and a Commencement Mass at the Joyce Center at 5 p.m. The main University Commencement is scheduled for Sunday at Notre Dame Stadium (e-tickets required). WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross in South Bend urges local donors to give blood as seasonal demand rises, offering a $20 Amazon gift card + an oversized beach towel with donations scheduled May 1 to 17 and May 18 to 31. WNDU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brandywine Bobcats beat the Edwardsburg Eddies by a score of 10 to 5, and players Kaeden Warfield and Ryder Richard shared insights about the game. Their win boosts the team’s local momentum as they prepare for upcoming matches. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Ryan Harris, a former Notre Dame football player and current radio analyst, announced Friday he is leaving the booth after eight seasons to finish law school and explore NFL and TV opportunities; Notre Dame will hire a new analyst soon. South Bend Tribune
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DisruptHR South Bend 4.0
4-7 p.m. — The Brick — Free entry — Discover bold ideas that challenge traditional views on work and leadership in a fast-paced format.
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Indiana's Mac & Cheese Festival 2026
5-10 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — Cost info unavailable — A cheesy, fun-filled celebration of comfort food in South Bend.
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The Amazing Amico Bros World Tour Live
8-10 p.m. — The Drop Comedy Club — $20-25 — Experience an outrageous night of chaotic comedy and live music with Zac and Crack Amico.
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