Friday, February 21st, 2025

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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Police officers were honored with a hot meal by the Gospel Center Missionary Church as a gesture of gratitude for their service to the community. WSBT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The defamation lawsuit brought by ex-Probate Court Judge Jason Cichowicz against former South Bend Councilman Henry Davis Jr. over comments about Cichowicz's judicial misconduct was dismissed following a $2,500 settlement. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The St. Joseph County Police Department successfully apprehended 33-year-old Pedro Diego, wanted for multiple charges including Domestic Battery and leaving the scene of a property damage accident. ABC 57
- ➤ The St. Joseph County Police Department is investigating after a home was struck by gunfire, with no injuries reported. ABC 57
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Vivica A. Fox discusses her return to South Bend, her community contributions, and the significance of Black History Month in an exclusive interview. ABC 57
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Opportunity Fund, fueled by the American Rescue Plan, offers financial support and coaching to small businesses like Restaurante El Sol Express, aiming to revitalize them post-pandemic. ABC 57
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ South Bend will host the first and largest Donut & Beer Festival in the country on May 17, 2025, featuring over 30 vendors, food, music, and family-friendly activities at Four Winds Field. WSBT
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Singles Event at The Hammer & Quill for Ages 30's & 40's
A speed dating and networking event designed for single professionals in their 30s and 40s, featuring activities and opportunities for connection.
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Elkhart Home & Outdoor Expo 2025
This free event at the RV Hall of Fame features vendors showcasing home improvement, landscaping, and offers activities such as wine tasting and the chance to win prizes.
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22nd Annual Mother Son Dance
The 22nd Annual Mother Son Dance offers a fun evening for sons and their mothers or mother figures, featuring a live DJ, giveaways, treats, and photo opportunities.
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The Addams Family Musical
The Addams Family is a comical musical about Wednesday Addams, who brings home her 'normal' boyfriend, creating family chaos during a dinner with secrets.
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Oliver Mansion Specialty Tour: Gaslights and Granite Boulders
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