Wednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Momentum Entrepreneurship Hub is set to open soon in downtown South Bend — designed to offer private offices, podcast studios, a gym, conference rooms and an event space for entrepreneurs, startups and remote workers. Founder Kristopher Priemier said the new hub will build community and drive business growth to help local talent stay in the region. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph County Department of Infrastructure, Planning, and Growth announced that Edison Road from Smilax Road to Larrison Drive will be closed starting on June 2 for sewer and road repairs — work is expected to last until the end of the year and drivers should use Walnut Road between US 20 and Edison Road as a detour. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kelly Ratigan, a Saint Joseph High School record holder from South Bend, transferred from Loyola Maryland to join Notre Dame women's basketball and will have two years of eligibility + Coach Niele Ivey said her leadership and scoring ability will strengthen the team. South Bend Tribune
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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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South Bend Women’s Small Group
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Contact for details — Connect with local women in a supportive and hybrid group setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.
~ Winston Churchill
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