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Friday, June 13th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Realtors played a charity kickball game at Four Winds Field on Thursday as part of Ruoff Mortgage's fourth annual tournament—players donated to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana and Ruoff matched each item, helping meet urgent food needs in South Bend. Medals, trophies, and bragging rights were awarded to the winners. WSBT
- ➤ The Humane Society of St. Joseph County and the Sheriff’s Department held a demonstration in Mishawaka on Wednesday to show how quickly parked cars can heat up even with windows cracked. Sheriff Bill Redman and Humane Society Executive Director Genny Brown used a digital thermometer plus heat gun to warn that children and pets can suffer heatstroke, urging anyone who sees an unattended vehicle with a child or pet to call 911. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two Mishawaka men were charged with shooting that injured one person on US 12 in Bertrand Township on June 6—both are set to be arraigned today as the investigation continues. ABC 57
- ➤ A traffic stop early Thursday led police to chase 39-year-old Keith Robertson—wanted on multiple warrants from Elkhart County—when he refused to pull over near McKinley Avenue and Twyckenham Drive in South Bend and Indiana State Police deployed stop sticks to end the chase, leading to his capture in a Dunkin’ Donuts parking lot in Mishawaka after he tried to run on foot. ABC 57
- ➤ Local nonprofit The Meow Mission condemned the cruelty when three Jayco employees were charged with felonies for putting two live cats in a trash compactor back in February & demanded the immediate firing of the company’s vice president who said the act benefited the firm. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three 'No Kings' protests will take place in the South Bend area on June 14 — with events at Jon R. Hunt Memorial Plaza from 1 to 3 p.m., at City Hall in Michigan City from noon to 2 p.m. CT, and in downtown Niles from 2 to 3 p.m. Organizers say the demonstrations will be peaceful and will also collect food donations for the Portage Pantry to support their stand against authoritarian policies. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The South Shore Line will bus late evening eastbound passengers from Carroll Avenue to South Bend Airport to help with track construction. The bus service will run June 16—June 20 and bikes will not be allowed on the buses. ABC 57
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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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Elkhart Jazz Festival Featuring Diana Krall
8 AM – 5 PM — The Lerner Theatre — Individual tickets from $34 — Experience a weekend of captivating jazz performances with headliner Diana Krall kicking off the festival.
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Midwest Twilight Imperium Championship
9 AM – 10 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel South Bend — Free parking — Compete for galactic glory in the highly anticipated second annual Twilight Imperium tournament.
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Open House at Stunning Renovated American Foursquare
2-4 p.m. — 320 Howard St, South Bend, IN — Free entry — Explore a beautifully renovated home with modern amenities close to downtown and a major university.
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Softball Summer Day Camp I - Play Like the Irish
9-11 a.m. — Melissa Cook Stadium — Open to all registrants — Enhance pitching and catching skills with specialized drills and mechanics training.
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Bash Softball Showcase Camp
All day — South Bend, Indiana — Registration required — Aiming to connect high school athletes with college coaches through tailored showcases.
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The Happy Campers Band at Bloomin' Fest
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Blooming Bus Farms — Benefit event — Enjoy live music from local bands and support a good cause with food and drink vendors.
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Open House at Berkley Square Condo
2-4 p.m. — 1009 Berkley Cir, Mishawaka, IN — $145,000 — Explore a charming two-bedroom condo featuring fresh flooring and low-maintenance living.
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Teen Anime Club
4:30-6 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Enjoy anime, manga, snacks, and crafts with fellow fans.
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