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Sunday, May 25th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the St. Joseph County VA in Granger hosted the 8th annual Memorial Day “Murph” workout—participants completed 100 pull ups, 200 push ups, 300 squats and two 1-mile runs. The event raises funds for the VA and has collected about $90,000 over eight years in memory of Michael Murphy, who died during Operation Red Wing in 2005. ABC 57
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A barn in Bourbon collapsed after a fire this afternoon on 9B road near U.S. 30; the call came in at 4:15 p.m.—Bourbon Township, Etna Township, and Tippecanoe fire departments responded to the scene—and officials are checking if anyone or any animals were hurt. WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shamrock's Sports Bar is moving into an undeveloped space in The Ivy at Berlin Place — just by the entrance of Four Winds Field. Owners Josh Thompson and Jeremy Martin said the bar will include a full service kitchen and a 750 square foot event room, will break ground soon and open in September or October. WSBT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were injured in a shooting on South Meade St. just south of the South Bend Train Station and north of Western Avenue shortly before 9:30 p.m. Saturday night, and police are investigating the incident. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Venue Parks and Arts will host its first Sneaker Art Competition for middle and high school students in the South Bend Community Corporation on Friday, June 6 from 5-7 p.m. at the Howard Park Event Center—students must submit their entries by May 30 and the top five winners in each group will earn a trip to the Indiana State Fair on August 16 to represent South Bend in a statewide contest. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Northern Indiana FC held its season opener at the Indiana Invaders soccer complex where over 250 teams played in the Memorial Day tournament. The renovated complex was renamed Luis Manta Stadium — honoring the man who helped it grow. ABC 57
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German Township Community Picnic
9:30 p.m. — 51755 Portage Rd, South Bend, IN — Cash donations or pantry items — Enjoy an evening with Martin's chicken, sides, and beverages at this community gathering.
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Women’s Wellness Awareness Event
4-6 p.m. — OneRoof Southeast Neighborhood Center — No RSVP needed — Engage in crafts and resources while enjoying snacks at this family-friendly wellness event.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
8:45-11:00 p.m. — South Bend Scottish Rite — Candlelight experience — Enjoy a mesmerizing tribute to Coldplay's greatest hits performed by a string quartet.
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Pizza and Paint: A Mental Health Awareness Gathering
5-7 p.m. — St. Joseph County Public Library Community Learning Center — Free entry — Enjoy a creative painting session paired with delicious pizza while raising mental health awareness.
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The Big Run 5K
7-8:30 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Celebrate Global Running Day with a 5K and support community initiatives.
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Lowbrow Sideshow 2025
11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Brett Gordon's Towing and Repair — $8 Pre-Sale, $10 Door — Celebrate local art, music, and custom vehicles at this vibrant annual festival.
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South Bend Women’s Small Group
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Contact for details — Engage with the community in a supportive women's group setting.
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Watercolor Painting Class for Beginners
10 AM – 12 PM — Howard Park, Farmer Room — $5/class, $30/session — Learn the basics of watercolor painting with an enthusiastic instructor focused on technique and creativity.
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Ben Folds Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Tickets range from $78 to $176 — Experience the musical stylings of Ben Folds in an intimate concert setting.
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South Bend Royal Princess Ball
12:00 – 3:30 PM — Holiday Inn Mishawaka — Ticket required — Experience a magical day of princess-themed fun with character meet and greets, performances, and games.
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