Wednesday, January 8th, 2025

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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A women-led development team is revitalizing downtown South Bend with projects to create the Michigan and Monroe Arts District, supported by a $3.7 million grant. ABC 57
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Fire Department successfully extinguished a house fire at 1701 N. Anderson Ave. within 15 minutes, with no reported injuries. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three suspects have been arrested, and one remains at large for a South Bend shooting in July that injured four and damaged property. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Police Department denies allegations of discriminatory hiring practices in a lawsuit filed by the DOJ, asserting their tests for police applicants are compliant with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. ABC 57
- ➤ The South Bend Common Council elected Canneth Lee as Council President, Rachel Tomas Morgan as Vice President, and Troy Warner as Chair of the Committee of the Whole for 2025, committing to collaborative and transparent leadership. ABC 57
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials warn of the risks associated with ice activities and urge precautions to prevent drowning incidents, emphasizing no ice is completely safe. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Cubs announced four bobblehead giveaways for the 2025 season, featuring new and former players, with a special ticket package available for fans. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ In the first USA TODAY Network Indiana high school boys basketball poll of 2025, Ben Davis and South Bend Riley entered the Class 4A top-10 while the No. 1 teams across all classes maintained their positions. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Leonard Moore, a Notre Dame football freshman cornerback, has risen from a raw talent to securing a top position and making the freshman All-America team, credited to his hard work and training. South Bend Tribune
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Southeast Patient Resource Fair
This event offers information about services and resources at HealthLinc Southeast, featuring giveaways, goodie bags, and site tours.
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Women's Small Group Meeting - Hybrid Format
The South Bend Women’s chapter hosts a weekly small group meeting for women to connect and engage.
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Growing Connections: Networking for Local Producers
This event aims to strengthen local food systems by connecting farmers and producers through learning and networking opportunities.
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Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
Experience a unique musical evening featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performed by the Lesto String Quartet in a candlelit setting.
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On-Site Tour at Tanglewood Trace Senior Living
The event offers an opportunity to tour Tanglewood Trace Senior Living, showcasing its personalized options for independent and assisted living in Mishawaka, Indiana.
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Low Sensory Ice Skating Night
An evening ice skating event designed for sensory seekers and avoiders, featuring modifications to create a low sensory environment.
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Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Wynton Marsalis leads the renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, showcasing a masterful blend of jazz and cultural artistry.
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