Good morning, South Bend.

Ultrarunner Brady McDonald (who has raised over $475,000) ran a 50K in Shipshewana on Monday (Zero to 100 Wishes) as part of his ongoing 50-state, 50-day mission to raise $1 million for Make-A-Wish; he will continue his run to benefit children with critical illnesses.

Cultivate Food Rescue is sending 6,000 meals to Indianapolis today to support flood relief for storm-affected areas.

Second Helpings will coordinate the distribution and additional meals will be sent later to help those in need.

After two damaging freezes in April, The Apple Patch in North Liberty closed for the season because its trees produced only a handful of apples (typical yields reach 10,000 bushels and 1,200 gallons of cider), leaving co-owners Sue and Bill Dittmar hopeful for a stronger harvest next year.

Nearly 200 Penn High School students began eight-hour practices on July 20 for their 2026 marching band season, aiming to perform at home football games and return to the state finals on November 7.

Senior drum majors Conner Hes and Addison Singleton (leading the team) emphasize teamwork and community bonds.

Pet Refuge is featuring Veronica, a playful 2-year-old cat who is a (purrfect) mix of affection and fun.

Residents wanting to adopt her can call the shelter or visit on South Bend’s south side.

The AP preseason poll released on Monday shows Notre Dame ranked No. 4 and Indiana No. 6, with Notre Dame receiving six first-place votes + Indiana receiving eight, as both teams gear up for the college football season.

Notre Dame women's basketball will host UConn on Dec.

9 at Purcell Pavilion in South Bend, marking the 58th meeting between the teams and a rematch of their last NCAA Tournament match.

Notre Dame football was ranked 4th in the AP preseason media poll released Aug.

17 (one spot higher than the coaches' poll) and the Irish face tough contests with Big Ten teams such as Ohio State and Oregon as well as matchups against Miami, BYU, and SMU.