Good morning, South Bend.

Ace Hardware offers local shoppers last-minute holiday savings with a Ready in 15 service (letting customers pick up online orders in 15 minutes) and flexible payment options through Affirm, with extra Ace Rewards benefits available until Dec.

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Gas prices in the Midwest dropped slightly on Monday to an average of $2.69 per gallon, down from $2.72 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration; the regional price is about 7% lower than the national average.

The former South Bend Tribune building is set to become Colfax Corner research hub offering 202,000 sqft and over 400 high-tech jobs; construction will begin in summer 2026 and finish in summer 2028, led by Ancora with Notre Dame and city officials.

Portage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow filed a formal complaint with Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita on Dec.

18 over dangerous living conditions at Karl King Riverbend Tower (515 E. Monroe St), alleging residents endured two weeks without heat, recurring utility outages, and severe sanitation issues.

Heartland Small Animal Rescue in South Bend has a friendly 4-year-old Great Dane mix named Landon available for adoption.

The 80-pound pup enjoys car rides and food and is a good match for families seeking a gentle pet.

Notre Dame basketball (9-3) will host Purdue Fort Wayne at Purcell Pavilion on Sunday, Dec.

21 at 2 p.m. The Irish, coming back from an 82-58 win (against Evansville), aim to extend their perfect nonconference home record under coach Micah Shrewsberry.

On Dec. 18, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and cornerback Leonard Moore earned unanimous All-America honors from the Football Writers Association, bringing the Irish total to 39, behind only Ohio State and Alabama.

Their double selection is the first since 1990 (a rare feat).

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.