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South Bend
Friday, March 14th, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local radio station B100 in Mishawaka launched its 29th Annual St. Jude Radiothon on Thursday and will continue the event on Friday, March 14. The radiothon runs daily from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in helping families avoid medical bills. ABC 57
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A two-alarm fire damaged four floors at The Mill Phase 2 in Ironworks Plaza in Mishawaka on March 12, 2025—60 under-construction apartments suffered extensive damage as fire crews activated the sprinklers and began investigating the blaze. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend will host its first Chinese lantern festival, Zoo Luminate, from March 19 to May 25—showcasing hundreds of LED-lit exhibits, live music and interactive displays. Admission is $20 for adults and $15 for children with discounts for zoo members, and the event could bring 60,000 extra visitors to the zoo. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg announced on social media Thursday morning that he will not run in Michigan's state races for governor or Senate—his decision keeps open the possibility for a presidential run in 2028. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame Women's Basketball Head Coach Niele Ivey was named a semifinalist on Thursday for the Naismith Women's College Coach of the Year Award—she guided the team to its third consecutive season with at least 25 wins. ABC 57
- ➤ Bethel men’s basketball made history by hosting the first two rounds of the NAIA tournament this weekend— the team, finishing a 22 to 8 season and earning a No. 4 seed, will face No. 13 Peru State at 4:30 p.m. Friday on their home court. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Jimtown High School coach Tyler Leighton, who once played as a star guard, led his team to a sectional win—the first in 21 years—and now the Jimmies get ready to play Westview on Saturday in the Class 2A regional tournament. His second season has turned the team around after many tough years. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ South Bend Cubs started registration for the 2025 Meijer Baseball Academy camps for kids aged 7 to 13 (June 18-20 and Aug. 6-8 sessions) so players can learn hitting, pitching, fielding, catching, and base running this summer. Campers will get a t-shirt, hat, lunch, game tickets, and a chance for pre-game field recognition while the fee is $150 before May 26 and $175 thereafter. ABC 57
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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
Explore the historic Oliver Mansion on a guided tour that examines its technological evolution and architectural features.
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MARA Quarterly Community Meeting
Join us as we discuss progress made since last year and explore opportunities for continued collaboration! As always, feel free to share this invitation with your network or any community members who should be part of the conversation.
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Actors From The London Stage Perform Shakespeare's Hamlet
This stage adaptation of Shakespeare's Hamlet explores themes of madness, revenge, and the supernatural in a compelling interpretation of the classic play.
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Duke vs. Notre Dame Lacrosse
12 PM — Arlotta Stadium — Streaming available — Catch the exciting college lacrosse matchup between Duke and Notre Dame live from South Bend.
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Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny
Bring your pets for a fun photo opportunity with Bunny — 12-4 p.m. — University Park Mall — Free entry — Capture adorable moments with your furry friends this Easter!
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South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting
6:45-7:30 a.m. | South Bend, Indiana | Free | Connect with local women in a supportive and inspiring small group setting.
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Trinity School Open House
7-8 p.m. | Trinity School at Greenlawn | Free entry | Explore Trinity School's rigorous education and community-focused values during the open house event.
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South Bend Amazing Race & Tour
11 a.m. — Chicory Cafe — Individual ticket required — Solve clues and tackle wacky tasks to explore hidden gems in South Bend.
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Mother & Daughter Sneaker Ball
4-6:30 p.m. — Century Center — Check event page for pricing — Get ready to groove with your mom for a night of fun and unforgettable memories.
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