Good morning, South Bend.

Today, South Bend families celebrate Nochebuena with traditional food, music, and prayers honoring Christ's birth as they gather in local homes and churches for festive dinners and cultural traditions.

The Tribune congratulated 15 outstanding high school students named Student of the Week during fall 2025 — recognized by school administrators for academic and extracurricular success.

The program will resume in January when school starts again.

Karl King Towers remains partly without heat (three of six boilers running) as Portage Township trustee Jason Critchlow said repairs have no timeline and a formal complaint has been filed with the Attorney General.

The City of South Bend will resume leaf pickup today after heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures halted service last month.

Crews in zone 7 will work as weather permits and remind residents to rake leaves free of snow (unclogging equipment requires clear, dry piles).

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.