Good morning, South Bend.

At the Humane Society of St. Joseph County, a shy 2½-year-old orange cat named (Coffee’s For Closers) is ready for adoption in a quiet home with another feline.

After months of adjustment, he seeks a calm environment and patient family.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is partnering with others to deliver 250 truckloads of food (each carrying 40,000 pounds) to Cultivate Food Rescue; the donation will benefit St. Joe County and nearby areas as part of the United States' 250th birthday celebration.

The South Bend Chocolate Company expressed disappointment after a judge denied its injunction request to prolong the lease extension — which ends May 31 — as the airport moves ahead with renovations and a new food vendor transition.

South Bend's only full-service camera shop Gene's Camera Store was named Indiana's Startup Small Business of the Year by Indiana Small Business Development after its owners accepted the award in Indianapolis.

Community members celebrated at the store on Wednesday (May 27) as VP Melaney Miller highlighted the shop's local legacy.

South Bend Army veteran Tom Harber received a new American flag from Flags International as part of WNDU's 'Meaning of Flags' series ahead of America's 250th anniversary.

The flag, now displayed at his property, honors his Vietnam-era friends—serving as a reminder of the cost of freedom.

On Wednesday morning, Penn Harris Madison hosted its second-ever Teacher Signing Day to honor graduating seniors (class of 2026) who plan to major in education; each student received a letter promising a district job interview after earning their degree and license and could invite a favorite teacher.

South Bend has opened applications for its solar-powered lamppost program today, offering eligible homeowners in four target areas a $50 fee while others will pay $250 (applications are accepted until Friday, June 5).

South Bend Transpo hosted an open house at Mishawaka Library Wednesday to review proposed route changes to cut costs and close a budget gap, and will hold another session at South Bend Public Library on June 10 (4–6 p.m.).

South Bend’s Ireland Road repaving project is nearing completion as new lane restrictions begin Wednesday morning between Miami and Ironwood, with work extending past Miami onto Michigan Street while crews finish curb work before paving starts.

Current mortgage rates remain above 6% today with a 30-year fixed rate at 6.375% and FHA loans offered at 6.250% that require mortgage insurance, and housing economists expect rates to stay high through 2026 for homeowners refinancing and buying in South Bend.

Notre Dame announced the football team will face Navy at noon on Oct.

31 at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA. The early kickoff gives the team extra hours for Halloween trick-or-treat prep before a Nov. 7 home game against Miami.

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.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in South Bend

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — All materials provided — Craft your own beautiful Turkish mosaic lamp in this beginner-friendly workshop.

Beetlejuice Musical

2-5 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience the hilariously spooky tale of Lydia Deetz and the ghost-with-the-most in this Broadway musical adaptation.

Notre Dame Co-Ed Youth Basketball Camp

9 a.m.-Noon — Joyce Center — Registration required — Learn basketball skills and compete with peers at this engaging youth camp.

Midwest Twilight Imperium Championship

9:00 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Entry fee varies — Compete against players nationwide in an epic Twilight Imperium tournament.