Good morning, South Bend.

The Better Business Bureau advises parents to check privacy policies (for toys and apps) and use secure sites when shopping online, as biased reviews and phishing scams may risk their children’s data.

St. Joseph County Parks and Granger Paths are partnering on the new Anderson Trail County Park to build trails inside and outside the park.

Granger Paths plans a connection from the west entrance of Terri Brooke Estates that could cut 1,100 feet of trail and save nearly $200,000.

South Bend International Airport's Bears in the Air program donated a teddy bear to a patient at Memorial Children's Hospital today, highlighting local support for families.

After the U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies last November, many local retailers are rounding cash transactions to the nearest nickel.

Treasureology (in Granger) now offers a kitty fund option for community cats when pennies run out, as the final minted penny fetched over $16.7 million at auction.

Mishawaka officials warned that rain melting leftover snow may clog storm drains today as leaves and sticks wash into drainage systems.

Residents are urged to call the street department when clogged drains are spotted (a precaution to prevent freezing blockages).

High school basketball tournaments will run from Dec.

20 through Jan. 3 across local venues including Mishawaka, Homestead, and Goshen — while the 46th annual Al Smith Invitational wrestling event is set for Jan. 2 and 3 at Mishawaka featuring teams such as South Bend Saint Joseph and Riley.

Notre Dame football running back Jadarian Price declared for the NFL Draft on Wednesday, Dec.

17 — joining teammate Jeremiyah Love — after missing a season with a torn Achilles despite one year of eligibility. Price is projected as a second-day pick with a four-year contract estimated at $7–12 million.

Hadestown Musical

2:00 – 3:30 PM — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a Tony Award-winning musical that intertwines mythical tales of love and fate.

Christmas at Loretto

Join us for this beloved holiday choral tradition in the beautiful acoustic of the Church of Loretto on the Saint Mary’s College campus. Enjoy amazing new Christmas music and familiar carols in exciting new arrangements, with conductor Nancy Menk and organist Kevin Vaughn, concluding with our traditional candle-lit Silent Night.

Christmas at Loretto

Join us for this beloved holiday choral tradition in the beautiful acoustic of the Church of Loretto on the Saint Mary’s College campus. Enjoy amazing new Christmas music and familiar carols in exciting new arrangements, with conductor Nancy Menk and organist Kevin Vaughn, concluding with our traditional candle-lit Silent Night.

New Years Eve Dance Party featuring Nawty

9:00-10:30 p.m. — Four Winds Casino South Bend — Ticket pricing varies — Celebrate the upcoming year with a lively dance performance by Nawty.

Plant Sale & Swap at Potawatomi Conservatories

12:00-2:00 p.m. — Potawatomi Conservatories — $5 Adults | $3 Kids | Free for Members — Explore a variety of plants and connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts.

Adult & Youth Social Bowling Night

5-7 p.m. — Strikes & Spares Entertainment Center — $25 — Enjoy friendly competition and perfect your bowling skills with friends at this community event.