Good morning, South Bend.

Martin’s Super Markets and U-93 are hosting the 30th annual Roof-Sit at Heritage Square in Granger this week to raise funds for child abuse prevention — booths offer games and essential resources, and Martin’s will host a donut drive-through Friday from 7 to 9 a.m. or while supplies last.

After storms left Cathy Hann's American flag worn outside her Mishawaka home, WNDU replaced it with a new flag to honor her pride in America and to inspire her great-grandson Carson (and future generations) to respect those who served.

Prime Day is back today with top retailers offering deals on tech, clothing, home essentials, and back-to-school items across online and local stores.

Best Buy and Target are matching Amazon prices—helping shoppers save money without battling cold weather.

The South Bend Symphony will host a free Salute to Freedom concert on July 3 at 7:30 p.m. at Morris Performing Arts Center featuring patriotic music.

Tickets must be reserved in advance—capacity is limited—and a fireworks display from Plaza Park piers will follow between 9:30 and 9:40 p.m.

Carmela Cataldo Williams won the international Caputo Cup in Italy for best Americana pizza earlier this month and now serves her award-winning pie at Antonio’s in Elkhart (overcoming travel ingredient challenges to craft a dish suited to local tastes).

Residents in Mishawaka say Canada geese are crowding parks and streets and city leaders will work with the Indiana DNR to relocate the birds using nonlethal methods.

The plan will include coyote decoys, temporary fences, and turf treatment and is expected to begin in a few days.

Rodney Miller, a longtime high school softball umpire, fainted after working the Class 2A state championship game on June 13 at Purdue University's Bittinger Stadium in West Lafayette and was hospitalized until June 16; he is set to visit his cardiologist on June 29 to plan next steps.

The All-Star National Pavement Midget Series returns this weekend at Plymouth Motor Speedway with qualifying rounds starting at 6 p.m. and finals at 7 p.m. Saturday — monster trucks will run after the races, inviting families to enjoy an action-packed evening.

The 2025-26 IHSAA season ended with Myles McLaughlin chasing records and Luke Ertel winning a state title, along with a new personal branding law (PBA), a rejected shot clock proposal, and a smoothly run transfer rule that saw over 3,254 transfers.

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.

Point Guard University Basketball Camp - South Bend

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Mishawaka Fieldhouse — $200 — A 4-day youth basketball camp focused on skill development and competition.

Concours d'Lemons

12-5 p.m. — Studebaker National Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the quirkiest cars and most ridiculous trophies at this fun automotive show.

Softball Summer Day Camp II - Pitching & Catching

3:00 – 6:30 PM — Melissa Cook Stadium — Check in 45 minutes prior — Experience what it's like to train like the Irish with pitching and catching fundamentals.

Michiana Kennel Club Dog Show

July 18-19 — 5117 Ironwood Rd. — Entry fees apply — Experience top-tier competition showcasing purebred Labrador Retrievers in an exciting canine event.

18th Annual Old Car Show

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — La Porte County Historical Society — Registration fee for participants — Celebrate vintage cars and community spirit at this festive auto showcase.

Pilot Explorers Summer Camp for Teens

One-week day camps — Bethel University — Registration required — Experience hands-on learning in STEAM subjects including art, theatre, and esports.

B-29 Superfortress Ride Experience

10:00–11:00 a.m. — Atlantic Aviation SBN — Ticket purchase required — Experience a ride on the iconic B-29 Superfortress, honoring veterans and showcasing aviation history.