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Events

The Portland rock band will be heading to Four Winds Field on September 16.

Everclear set to perform at Four Winds Field in September

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By 16 News Now
The Portland rock band is scheduled to perform on September 16 at Four Winds Field

Events

The 16th annual “Hair Kutz 4 Kids” was held at UniqueHeadz barber shop in South Bend on Monday.

South Bend barber shop gives free haircuts to kids ahead of school year

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By Alex Almanza
The 16th annual “Hair Kutz 4 Kids” was held at UniqueHeadz barber shop in South Bend on Monday.

News

The celebration included free games, food, music and more for everyone to enjoy.

St. Matthew Cathedral celebrates 100th year anniversary

Updated: Aug. 14, 2022 at 6:15 PM EDT
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By Ibrahim Samra
The celebration included free games, food, music and more for everyone to enjoy.

News

More than 400 backpacks were donated to local students at this year's Perley Park East Side...

Hundreds of backpacks donated to kids on South Bend’s East Side

Updated: Aug. 14, 2022 at 6:05 PM EDT
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By Ibrahim Samra
This year’s East Side Giveaway collected and donated more than 400 backpacks to local students.

News

US 12 garage sales

Michigan’s largest garage sale taking place this weekend

Updated: Aug. 13, 2022 at 1:32 PM EDT
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By Samantha Albert
U.S. 12 Garage Sales are back this weekend in Michigan.

News

Osceola Music Festival happening all weekend

Osceola Music Festival happening all weekend

Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 11:29 PM EDT
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By Monica Murphy
The Osceola Music Festival, formerly known as the Osceola Bluegrass Festival, is underway at Fern Hunsberger Park.

Events

Fridays by the Fountain takes place every Friday during the summer between 11:45 a.m. and 1:15...

PT & the Cruisers take the stage at Fridays by the Fountain

Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 6:01 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Fridays by the Fountain takes place every Friday during the summer between 11:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.

Events

Renowned rock band Goo Goo Dolls will perform at the Morris Performing Arts Center on Nov. 7 as...

Goo Goo Dolls to perform at Morris Performing Arts Center

Updated: Aug. 12, 2022 at 11:41 AM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Tickets to the performance at the Morris will be available on Aug. 19, at 10 a.m.

Wednesday's Child

WNDU's Tricia Sloma introduces us to Jace who is looking for a forever family on this week's...

Wednesday’s Child: Adventures with Jace

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 6:03 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Jace is an adventurous, kind, nonverbal 10-year-old with autism looking for a forever family through the Indiana Adoption Program.

Events

The Salvation Army Kroc Center is hosting its annual fundraising gala this month.

‘An Evening at the Kroc’ taking place on Aug. 25

Updated: Aug. 10, 2022 at 1:18 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The evening will feature dinner, a live auction, a silent auction, a presentation about the Kroc Center’s commitment to the community, and a performance by Girl Named Tom—the 2021 winner of NBC’s “The Voice.”

Community

Pregnant women in Georgia can now claim their unborn child on their taxes for the upcoming year.

Women who are pregnant in Georgia can now claim unborn child on taxes

Updated: Aug. 2, 2022 at 5:00 PM EDT
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Women who are pregnant in Georgia can now claim unborn child on taxes

Community

The Atlanta City Council voted unanimously on Aug. 1 to donate $300,000 to the abortion fund.

Support grows at Atlanta City Council to donate $300,000 to abortion fund - clipped version - clipped version

Updated: Aug. 1, 2022 at 10:45 PM EDT
Atlanta City Council votes unanimously to donate $300,000 to abortion fund

Events

Hometown Days New Carlisle

Hometown Days celebrates all things New Carlisle

Updated: Jul. 30, 2022 at 1:58 PM EDT
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By Samantha Albert
The festival features local musicians, works of art and goods from local vendors, a wide variety of fair food, and one of the nation’s largest Wiffle Ball tournaments.

Events

The fair opened on Friday for an 18-day run that ends on Aug. 21.

Indiana State Fair underway

Updated: Jul. 29, 2022 at 6:28 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
You’ll find all your favorite fair traditions and lots of new experiences at this year’s fair.

Events

Girl Named Tom to perform Thursday night at Elkhart County 4-H Fair

Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 12:04 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Girl Named Tom will be taking The Heritage Park Stage at 7:30 p.m.

Events

There will be fair games, raffle baskets, and food trucks.

Distinguished Young Women of Bremen hosting ‘Fun Fair’ Thursday night

Updated: Jul. 28, 2022 at 11:18 AM EDT
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By 16 News Now
There will be fair games, raffle baskets, and food trucks.

Wednesday's Child

Grant Me Hope brings us the story of Jordan who is seeking a forever family.

Wednesday’s Child: Jordan wants parents and a dog

Updated: Jul. 27, 2022 at 6:09 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Jordan is described as a sweet kid who is a little shy, but super fun to be around. He likes to play video games and build structures with Legos.

Community

More than 25 vendors set up shop selling unique food, arts and crafts at the West Side BBQ...

Unity Gardens hosts West Side BBQ & Craft Festival

Updated: Jul. 24, 2022 at 6:03 PM EDT
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By Ibrahim Samra
There, more than 25 vendors set up shop selling unique food, arts and crafts.

Events

16 News Now spends the day at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair

Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 6:55 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Here’s a recap of our day at the fair!

Events

Westside BBQ and Craft Festival taking place on Sunday

Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 1:03 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
You can sample barbequed foods made by the area’s best chefs and find unique gifts and art produced by local artists and crafters.

Events

2016 Serb Fest

Annual ‘Serb Fest’ taking place on Saturday

Updated: Jul. 22, 2022 at 12:59 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
This proud tradition continues on the grounds of Sts. Peter and Paul Serbian Eastern Orthodox Church.

Wednesday's Child

Levy has been in foster care for the past several years and is looking for a forever family.

Wednesday’s Child: Levy’s birthday wish

Updated: Jul. 20, 2022 at 3:38 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Levy has been in foster care for the past seven years and is looking for a forever family.

Events

Stone Temple Pilots to perform at Four Winds Field in September

Updated: Jul. 19, 2022 at 10:32 AM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The California alternative rock band will play the night before Notre Dame football hosts Cal at Notre Dame Stadium.

Wednesday's Child

MARE introduces us to Domanic who is in need of adoption.

Wednesday’s Child: Domanic’s dream

Updated: Jul. 13, 2022 at 5:48 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Domanic is looking to get adopted by a forever family that is loving, caring, and helpful.

Events

Krasl Art Fair kicks off with ‘Block Party’

Updated: Jul. 8, 2022 at 5:30 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
St. Joseph is getting ready for a weekend full of creativity, shopping, and lots of food!

Wednesday's Child

Wednesday’s Child: Dillion needs a new family

Wednesday’s Child: Dillion needs a new family

Updated: Jul. 6, 2022 at 4:10 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Dillion is 11-years-old, energetic, loving, and needs a forever family through the Indiana Adoption Program.

Community

Memphis Underground take the stage at ‘Fridays by the Fountain’.

Memphis Underground take the stage at ‘Fridays by the Fountain’

Updated: Jul. 1, 2022 at 4:33 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
It’s a great way for those working downtown to wrap up their work week, and for anyone who’s interested in hearing local artists for free.

Wednesday's Child

Tyler is looking for a forever family on this week's edition of Wednesday's Child.

Wednesday’s Child: Tyler likes animals

Updated: Jun. 29, 2022 at 3:22 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
13-year-old Tyler likes to bike, draw, and play Pokémon.

Wednesday's Child

Grace is looking for a forever home.

Wednesday’s Child: What Grace teaches others

Updated: Jun. 22, 2022 at 3:26 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
After spending the past 6 years in foster care, Grace is hoping to be adopted by a single parent.

Wednesday's Child

Grant Me Hope introduces us to Logan, a bright young boy looking to be adopted.

Wednesday’s Child: Logan’s search

Updated: Jun. 15, 2022 at 5:00 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Grant Me Hope sent us this story of 12-year-old Logan, a wise young man with several interests.

News

Just ten days after it opened, Sabroso, a newly opened Mexican restaurant in Benton Township,...

New family-owned Mexican restaurant has Benton Township buzzing for birria

Updated: Jun. 8, 2022 at 9:05 PM EDT
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By Ibrahim Samra
Just ten days after it opened, Sabroso, a newly opened Mexican restaurant in Benton Township, already has the lunch rush lines out the door.

Wednesday's Child

MeKenzie is sweet, gentle, and looking for a forever home on this edition of Wednesday's Child.

Wednesday’s Child: Catching up with MeKenzie

Updated: Jun. 8, 2022 at 4:53 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
MeKenzie loves technology, Taylor Swift, and pizza. She is looking for a forever family through the Indiana Adoption Program.

Wednesday's Child

Tricia Sloma introduces us to Robert, a teen looking for a forever family on this edition of...

Wednesday’s Child: Rooting for Robert

Updated: Jun. 1, 2022 at 3:50 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Robert is a kind and caring kid who looks forward to making enough money to donate to charity.

Community

The market opened up for the 2022 season this Saturday.

Elkhart Farmers Market opens up for the season

Updated: May. 28, 2022 at 11:53 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The Elkhart Farmers market opened up for the 2022 season this Saturday.

Events

WNDU Shred-A-Thon

Shred-A-Thon 2022

Updated: May. 26, 2022 at 10:16 AM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Your donations will help provide back to school supplies for area kids through 16 Pack-A-Backpack.

Wednesday's Child

Abigail is a 16-year-old with a lot of determination and drive.

Wednesday’s Child: Ambitious Abigail

Updated: May. 25, 2022 at 3:40 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Abigail is a 16-year-old with a lot of determination and drive.

Wednesday's Child

Tricia Sloma introduces us to Sleven, a teen who is in need of adoption, on this week's edition...

Wednesday’s Child: Sleven’s favorite things

Updated: May. 18, 2022 at 4:41 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Sleven is an eighth grader who enjoys school, sports, and free time.

Wednesday's Child

Elijah is a 13-year-old teen looking for a forever family who accepts him in this edition of...

Wednesday’s Child: Inspirational Elijah

Updated: May. 11, 2022 at 4:19 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now and Tricia Sloma
Elijah is an LGBTQ youth with a clear understanding of who he is and that he needs a new family.

News

For the first time since 2019, local restaurants like Peggs in South Bend welcomed mothers on...

Local restaurants celebrate Mother’s Day at full capacity for first time in years

Updated: May. 8, 2022 at 6:00 PM EDT
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By Ibrahim Samra
For the first time since 2019, local restaurants welcomed mothers on Mother's Day in full capacity.

Community

You can help make a difference without even leaving your home on Saturday, May 14th.

Sunday Morning Spotlight: Stamp Out Hunger food drive

Updated: May. 8, 2022 at 11:25 AM EDT
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By Jack Springgate
You can help make a difference without even leaving your home on Saturday, May 14th.

Wednesday's Child

We've interviewed K'ymari in March of 2021, and again in 2022, hoping that we connect him with...

Wednesday’s Child: K’ymari is still waiting

Updated: May. 4, 2022 at 3:31 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
K’ymari is a polite and friendly boy who enjoys hanging out with pals, and is hoping to find a forever family.

Events

(Photo by Brent N. Clarke/Invision/AP, File)

Production seats on sale for Garth Brooks concert at Notre Dame Stadium

Updated: May. 2, 2022 at 3:50 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
If you haven't gotten tickets yet for the Garth Brooks concert at Notre Dame Stadium—you still have a chance.

Community

Sunday Morning Spotlight: Summit Financial Wellness

Sunday Morning Spotlight: Summit Financial Wellness

Updated: May. 1, 2022 at 10:29 AM EDT
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By Jack Springgate
Executive Director Barbara Sistrunk broke down the ways they’re promoting financial literacy in Berrien County.

Wednesday's Child

WNDU's Tricia Sloma introduces viewers to a 13-year-old with big ambitions on this edition of...

Wednesday’s Child: Keeley

Updated: Apr. 27, 2022 at 4:44 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
A new family is something Keeley dreams of.

Events

ND Day 2022

HAPPENING NOW: Notre Dame Day 2022

Updated: Apr. 24, 2022 at 6:40 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
It’s your chance to help organizations doing good work here in Michiana.

Wednesday's Child

Grant Me Hope sent us this story of an energetic teen with big dreams.

Wednesday’s Child: Orlando wants to go to Florida

Updated: Apr. 20, 2022 at 3:22 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Orlando is a 16-year-old in need of adoption and we need your help to find a forever family.

Events

Families are sliding into spring at Howard Park.

‘Adult Retro Recess: The Great Egg Hunt’ takes place in South Bend

Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 3:29 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The event will include food trucks, live music, and a bar to help loosen up guests for the Great Egg Hunt!

Events

Summer concerts returning to Central Park in Warsaw

Updated: Apr. 4, 2022 at 4:39 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
Classic rock and country concerts are returning to Central Park in Warsaw this summer after they were canceled the past two years due to the pandemic.

Community

Young patients in Beacon Memorial Hospital’s NICU & PICU can’t leave the hospital, so the zoo...

Beacon NICU & PICU patients get a special surprise from the Zoo

Updated: Apr. 1, 2022 at 5:41 PM EDT
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By Jack Springgate
Young patients in Beacon Memorial Hospital’s NICU & PICU can’t leave the hospital, so the zoo is coming to them.

Wednesday's Child

Joshua is a special needs child in need of adoption in this week's edition of Wednesday's Child.

Wednesday’s Child: Joshua’s happy world

Updated: Mar. 30, 2022 at 4:15 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Foster children with special needs are often overlooked for adoption, but these kids also deserve a loving and caring home.

Events

2022-2023 ‘Broadway In South Bend’ series announced

Updated: Mar. 29, 2022 at 5:01 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The American Theatre Guild has announced its “Broadway In South Bend” lineup of shows at the Morris Performing Arts Center for the 2022-2023 season.

Wednesday's Child

This week's edition of Wednesday's Child brings us Eddie: an easy-going teen with a love of the...

Wednesday’s Child: Easy-going Eddie

Updated: Mar. 23, 2022 at 4:02 PM EDT
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By Tricia Sloma
Eddie is easy going and has a great attitude in life. He is looking for a forever family.

Holidays

The parade took place on Saturday.

St. Patrick’s Day parade in downtown South Bend

Updated: Mar. 19, 2022 at 7:50 PM EDT
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By 16 News Now
The 22nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade that was postponed last week finally parades through downtown South Bend.

Holidays

The tradition of having a St. Patrick's tent party in the parking lot at Villa Macri in Granger...

Villa Macri gearing up St. Paddy’s Day tent party on Saturday

Updated: Mar. 18, 2022 at 5:48 PM EDT
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By Mark Peterson
The tradition of having a St. Patrick's tent party in the parking lot at Villa Macri in Granger resumes after two years of COVID-related cancellations.
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