Good morning, South Bend.

A Helping Hurting Heroes fundraiser (hosted by McKinnies Realty) united Mishawaka residents in support of veterans and active-duty servicemembers with food, raffles and fellowship.

All proceeds benefited veterans facing challenges in returning to civilian life.

Venues Parks & Arts is hosting a family-friendly Independence Day celebration on Friday, July 3 from 4 to 9:45 p.m. at Howard and Seitz parks, with live music, crafts, food, a movie screening before fireworks, and DJ Gino J performing at 7 p.m. in Seitz Park.

Mishawaka is hosting an early Independence Day celebration today at Central Park (with live music, food trucks, vendors and fireworks until 10 p.m.) as neighbors gather to enjoy a summer evening.

Hundreds of European classic cars, including British, Italian, and German models, filled the Michiana Brits’ Annual Car Show in Elkhart County, celebrating automotive heritage and evoking nostalgic memories for local enthusiasts.

The Studebaker National Museum hosted a special preview Saturday morning of its immersive living-history tour, Wheels of Time: The Studebaker Story, which brings the stories of South Bend, Studebaker and local people to life with actors playing historic characters.

The experience will open to the public on Saturday, July 18.

The History Museum has displayed newspaper excerpts from South Bend Tribune that span 1907 to 1965, including a 1952 note of 939 visitors and details on local public works and celebrations — offering residents a look back at the city’s rich heritage.

Indiana has had the cheapest gas in the nation for a month as Gov.-Braun’s tax holiday dropped regular prices by 61 cents per gallon, keeping them 60 cents below the national average.

South Bend's own former Daytona 500 winner Ryan Newman raced his daughter Brooklyn Saturday evening at Plymouth Motor Speedway in the All Star National Pavement midget series (gates opened at 4 PM with qualifying at 6 PM and the first race at 7 PM).

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.

Sequoia Rose at Tabor Hill Winery

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant — Ticket information not provided — Experience the unique musical blend of soulful vocals and intricate instrumentals by Sequoia Rose.