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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend's Music Village will host its annual Block Party at Howard Park on Saturday, May 3 from 1 to 8 p.m. (free admission) and will feature live music, interactive drumming and dancing, food trucks, kids activities, and a raffle (benefiting its tuition assistance program). South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The LaSalle Branch of the St. Joe County Public Library in South Bend will close May 11 for renovations that add 2,000 square feet for a community art studio—lounge, reservable meeting space and a travel-themed children’s play area. It will reopen Spring 2026 and visitors should use the Western Branch while work is in progress. WSBT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday morning just after 7 a.m., police in Mishawaka took a woman into custody after she threatened a man with a machete at Hickory Village Apartments—police reported a 90-minute standoff before sending her to a hospital for a mental health evaluation while filing reports with the county prosecutor. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Studebaker National Museum will host its first 'Cars & Coffee' event on Saturday, May 3 from 8 to 10 a.m. at 201 Chapin St. — the event will feature Michiana Brits with free coffee, doughnuts, and admission to both museum galleries. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana River Rescue School is hosting springtime week-long swift water rescue training sessions at East Race Waterway to prepare first responders from across the country; the training includes boating skills and in-water drills using props like a sunken car. Instructors say the unique setting—offering a semi-controlled environment—helps teams build real-world rescue skills. ABC 57
- ➤ South Bend Community School Corp has changed school start times for the next school term after a board meeting on April 28—middle school students will begin classes one hour earlier and Clay International Academy students will start two hours earlier than before. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Ivy Tech is hosting Ivy Impact this week to train students for tech jobs as new data centers open in Michiana through a partnership with Amazon in St. Joseph County. The program gives students hands-on preparation for local career opportunities. ABC 57
- ➤ South Bend Community School Corporation is investigating claims that a teacher awarded credits with minimal work—28 students earned credit for one hour and 44 for five—when no student spent more than 8.5 hours on a course. The board is also reviewing contracts for Brown Intermediate renovations that may have exceeded a $5 million cap, including a nearly $500,000 painting contract plus an extra invoice for furniture, with no timeline yet set. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard left for the NFL, and coach Marcus Freeman said the team will soon choose a starter to maintain its QB run game using options like CJ Carr, Kenny Minchey, + possibly senior Tyler Buchner for short-yardage plays. Freeman expects the decision to be made before the season opener at Miami in four months. South Bend Tribune
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Manuscripts in May – Free Book Signing Event
6-8 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Local authors discuss their works and sign books at this engaging event.
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Run Happy 50K Event
8 AM - 4 PM — Potato Creek State Park — Registration required — Enjoy a fun and relaxed running experience through beautiful nature trails.
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Camerata Singers Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — Wellfield Botanic Gardens — $20 Adult, $8 Child — Experience a unique choral concert exploring the beauty and struggle of Earth.
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South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Engage in weekly discussions and foster community connections among local women.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
7:30-9 p.m. — University Park Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable show featuring a stunning aquatic stage and breathtaking performances.
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PetPalooza
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Century Center — Vendor fees apply — Celebrate all things furry, feathered, and scaly at this vibrant pet gathering.
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Great Boss Workshop
8 AM - 3 PM — Four Winds Field — Cost varies — Unlock your leadership potential and develop higher-performing teams with expert guidance.
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Kevin James: Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Kevin James, known for his engaging stand-up and hit sitcoms.
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4th Annual Oaklawn's Got Talent
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Ticket information available online — A lively evening showcasing local talent for a great cause supporting mental health and addiction treatment.
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Annual Senior Fair
10 AM – 12 PM — South Bend Tech Resource Center — Free entry — Enjoy food, fun, and activities suitable for seniors and all ages.
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