Good morning, South Bend.

Community members gathered Tuesday at Rum Village Nature Center to share ideas for a proposed trail that will connect 160 acres of forest preserves, parks, and hiking trails in western St. Joseph County — one of four open houses planned this week to gather input for the project.

Cultivate Food Rescue held a flip the switch ceremony Tuesday morning in South Bend to unveil a $1 million solar canopy that was the final part of a three-and-a-half-year capital campaign.

The solar canopy will cut energy use by two thirds and save the organization over $30,000 a year.

St. Joseph County Police and Clay Fire Territory are responding to an eight-inch gas line that was struck in the 17000 block of Cleveland Road just after 7:30 a.m.—evacuations of homes and businesses are underway as roads remain closed and NIPSCO works to fix the leak.

On Tuesday, July 15, just before 7 p.m., South Bend police responded to a shooting near Huey and Roger Streets after a ShotSpotter alert led them to a man with gunshot wounds while another victim received treatment at Memorial Hospital—officers from the Violent Crimes Unit are investigating the incident.

Warrant officers from the St. Joseph County Police arrested four individuals on Monday at a South Bend residence on the 100 block of E.

Jennings Street — 41-year-old Gabriel French was wanted for methamphetamine possession and theft, 21-year-old Jacob Tate had warrants for theft, possession of paraphernalia, and resisting law enforcement while facing an extra charge of false informing, 40-year-old Joseph Sullivan was wanted for public nudity, and 36-year-old Katherine Rivera faced multiple charges including unlawful possession of a handgun and false informing.

South Bend Police said that several east side rail crossings were blocked Tuesday morning by a train with a mechanical issue, including those at Jefferson at 30th, Jefferson at 26th, Jefferson at Ironwood, and Jefferson at Greenlawn.

The railroad company has not provided a time to move the train—officials said updates will follow.

After six years of renovations, Seitz Park in downtown South Bend has reopened with new restrooms, a raised riverwalk, and a rebuilt bandshell — upgrades delayed by scheduling issues and COVID-19 disruptions.

Mayor James Mueller and Notre Dame officials will join a ribbon cutting tomorrow at 1:30 p.m. to officially open the park to the public.

America’s Youth on Parade USA Twirling Championship is being held at the Joyce Center as 1,300 competitors gather—last year drawing about 9,000 attendees and nearly $1.5 million to the area.

The event will run until Friday as athletes showcase family legacies and the mental focus required for the sport.

On Tuesday, ABC57 reporter Dante Stanton interviewed South Bend Cubs President Joe Hart who discussed the team's progress and the major construction at Four Winds Field.

The team posted 11 wins & 10 losses since the mid-season break and is only one game and a half away from the playoffs, with players set to return for their next home stand this Friday.

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.

Grease Sing-Along at the Morris

7 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Sing and dance along to the iconic classic Grease in a fun, immersive outdoor experience.

Python for Scientists Training

August 4th-8th — South Bend Community School Corporation Adult Education — $1750 — Gain valuable Python programming skills tailored for scientific applications.

Les Miserables

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Become a Season Member today for access to 2024-25 Broadway In South Bend shows — Experience Boublil and Schönberg's timeless musical about love, sacrifice, and redemption.

African American Arts & Culture Pavilion

5-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Black creativity and culture through diverse artistic expressions at this annual pavilion.