Good morning, South Bend.

South Bend's Redevelopment Commission approved two major projects to reshape East Bank—The Yard will feature mixed-use renovations including public spaces like a concert lawn and playground, while Cascade Phase 2 will add about 20 condominiums and 10,000 square feet of commercial space with groundbreaking set for this Friday.

Barrio Tacos (which started in Cleveland in 2012) celebrated its grand opening on Eddy Street yesterday (Tuesday) and now offers handcrafted margaritas, house-made salsas, and fresh taco toppings in South Bend.

The intersection of Riverside and Boland Drive in South Bend is closed today as the reconstruction project enters its second phase and will finish mid-October — a detour is in place on Woodlawn Boulevard and Cleveland Road via Portage Avenue while Chet Waggoner Little League remains open at its north side off Cleveland Road.

Researchers say that kissing bugs, which can pass a parasite causing Chagas disease, have been reported in many states including Indiana—but no Indiana resident has yet shown signs of infection.

Test results revealed that nearly half of the bugs from 31 states carried the parasite, while human cases have been reported in eight states.

Notre Dame’s 2025—26 basketball schedule is designed to boost the team by starting with eight home games out of the first 13 matchups and manageable road trips to Ohio State on November 16 and TCU on December 5—this plan aims to help the Irish build momentum after past road struggles.

No. 8 Notre Dame will host No. 17 Texas A&M at 7:30 p.m. on NBC Saturday—after an opening loss to Miami—in a home opener that may give the Irish a chance to bounce back.

Texas A&M’s quarterback Marcel Reed and Notre Dame captain Donovan Hinish are key players to watch in the game.

Football Hospitality Experience: Texas A&M Aggies at Notre Dame Fighting Irish

3:30-9:00 p.m. — Notre Dame Stadium — Not a game ticket — Cheer on the Fighting Irish during their home opener with premium hospitality close to the stadium.

Ghost Walk in South Bend

6-8 p.m. — Century Center — Ticketed event — Experience a lantern-lit ghost hunt through South Bend's most haunted landmarks.

Golf for Good 2025

8 AM – 4 PM — Juday Creek Golf Course — $75 per golfer / $300 per foursome — Enjoy a day of golf supporting Roma women and community uplift.

B. Rich Customs Bi-Annual Fashion Show

7-9 p.m. — Aloft South Bend — No Refunds — Witness the latest fashion creations from B. Rich Customs at their second bi-annual showcase.

Plant Sale & Swap

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Potawatomi Conservatories — $5 Adults | $3 Kids — Discover unique plants and swap gardening tips with fellow enthusiasts.

IXL Live: Classic Edition Workshop

8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn South Bend — Free entry — Enhance your IXL skills with a hands-on workshop for educators.