Good morning, South Bend.

Food Bank of Northern Indiana is hosting free mobile food distributions in July — each household will receive one pre-boxed package at drive-thru stops.

The schedule includes a South Bend event on Tuesday, July 15 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. along with several other stops while supplies last.

Crews are cleaning up debris on the Indiana Toll Road in St. Joseph County after an overturned semi rolled into the median early Wednesday near the Capitol Avenue exit - the driver was unhurt, a female passenger had minor injuries, and a towing company is removing the 45,000-pound graphite truck as police urge caution on westbound lanes.

Five people died after a car drove around the crossing gate and was hit by the number 35 South Shore train in Gary, Indiana on Wednesday night—witnesses said the driver tried to beat the train and authorities reported the collision delayed the train by about half an hour.

According to the Wells Fargo Agri-Food Institute’s analysis, a Fourth of July barbecue for 10 in South Bend will cost about $130 — a 2.2% increase from last year — with key items like ground beef and eggs rising sharply while buns and some produce fall or see minor increases.

A Coupon Follow survey also found that only one in three residents plan to celebrate Independence Day, with many cutting back on hosting larger gatherings due to higher costs.

Crews began paving at the Ireland — Ironwood intersection last night at 9:00 p.m. and are set to finish by Friday morning—weather permitting, though delays are expected as the intersection remains open.

With the Fourth of July a week away and fireworks set to start Sunday during PTSD Awareness Month, South Bend Vet Center director Shawna Sapp said that loud noises from fireworks can trigger PTSD in some veterans and others sensitive to such sounds—echoing tough memories.

She noted that 7% of veterans may suffer from PTSD and urged neighbors to check on anyone who served.

Nash is a two-year-old terrier mix with a caramel coat and white accents who enjoys outdoor walks but takes time to warm up to new people—he is available for adoption through Heartland Small Animal Rescue in South Bend and would do best in a quiet home without small children.

Notre Dame Football players Jadarian Price and Malachi Field surprised kids on the final day of a multi-sport camp at Mishawaka Fieldhouse where they played volleyball, basketball + soccer.

The Happy Campers Band at Bloomin' Fest

6:30-10:30 p.m. — Blooming Bus Farms — Benefit event — Enjoy live music from local bands and support a good cause with food and drink vendors.

Open House at Berkley Square Condo

2-4 p.m. — 1009 Berkley Cir, Mishawaka, IN — $145,000 — Explore a charming two-bedroom condo featuring fresh flooring and low-maintenance living.

Teen Anime Club

4:30-6 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy anime, manga, snacks, and crafts with fellow fans.

South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting

6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Connect with local women for discussion and community support.

Vibes Music Festival

5 PM – 2 AM — Howard Park's Event Lawn — Children 12 & under free — Celebrate culture and talent with music, food, and local vendors.

South Bend Women’s Small Group Meeting

6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Engage in meaningful discussions and connect with local women in this supportive small group.

Disney's The Little Mermaid

7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the enchanting story of Ariel and her adventures above the sea.

South Bend Latin Dance Night

7-9 p.m. — Howard Park — $15 including one drink — Dance to live Latin music and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.

The Happy Campers Band: THC Live Performance

2-6 p.m. — Seitz Park — Free entry — Enjoy the vibes of Grateful Dead covers with The Happy Campers in a park setting.