Good morning, South Bend.

South Bend native Rudy Rodriguez and R Studio hosted a free community event with food, haircuts, bounce houses and books to encourage neighborly connection.

The afternoon was praised by volunteers and local coaches (who noted the event helped restore a sense of togetherness) and offered a fun escape for residents.

ProForm Bike Shop held its grand re-opening today downtown with a ribbon-cutting, Tour de France watch party, group ride, and an appearance by cycling coach Bobby Julich.

The shop expanded its inventory to include more e-bikes and kids bikes + offers easier access through the new Link Trail.

The Potawatomi Zoo launched Zoo Nights Live on Saturday evening with local band City Sun at its Picnic Grove; the free, family-friendly series featured food specials and activities, and the next show is set for August 22nd from 6:30-8:30 PM (bring your own lawn chairs).

On Saturday, Mishawaka honored its sneaker legacy by unveiling Shoe City USA, a tribute featuring giant Red Ball Jets sculptures installed across the city + the project raised over $100,000 from local donations to celebrate the history of Ball-Band’s sports shoes.

LaPorte County Deputy Jon Samuelson is making progress in his rehab after being shot in May and has now started using a regular wheelchair as he practices therapy to help him walk again.

Motorists will face alternating lane closures on U.S. 31 between U.S. 20 and Kern Road starting Tuesday, July 28 through October for overhead box truss installations.

The Indiana Department of Transportation’s contractor, Michiana Contracting Inc., will keep one lane open per direction + the northbound ramp from Kern Road.

Nancy Whiteman from Pet Refuge introduced Bowie, a 3-year-old dog looking for his forever home on Saturday morning's 16 News Now.

Interested adopters can call 574-231-1122 or visit the shelter at 4626 S. Burnett Drive.

Logan Duncomb, a Notre Dame graduate transfer, said he likes the makeup of the Irish roster as the team gears up for the upcoming season in South Bend.

Notre Dame basketball graduate transfer guard Ethan Roberts shared his view on his summer workouts in South Bend & said his training is shaping his readiness for the upcoming season.

South Bend hosted the Ray Comer Pickleball Classic on Saturday, July 25 at Boehm Park Ray Comer Courts to honor the local pickleball pioneer.

The tournament featured a free introduction class at 9 a.m., open social play, and a Round Robin tournament starting at 10 a.m.

Bluey's Big Play

6-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience Bluey live in a whimsical theatrical adaptation with captivating puppetry.

21st Lube-a-Thon for Hospice

7 a.m.–6 p.m. — Tom's Car Care Center — $50 donation — Get an oil change and a car wash while supporting a great cause for hospice care.

Nature in the Arts at Lydick Bog

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Lydick Bog — Free entry — Explore the story of ancient glaciers and their impact on our landscape through an educational hike and volunteer workdays.