Daily
South Bend
Sunday, June 29th, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Emma Mears, age 20, was crowned Miss St. Joseph County Fair Queen Saturday night at the 10th annual pageant where she faced 8 other young women. Logan Rush and Emberly Ruhl were crowned Fair Prince and Princess, adding to the event's longstanding local tradition. WSBT
- ➤ Dozens of volunteers gathered at Kennedy Park on Saturday morning to clean streets such as Rogers, Bertrand, Olive, Richardson and Crafts — an initiative led by Councilwoman Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers aimed at empowering neighborhood organizations. ABC 57
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An elderly female died after her car hit an eastbound train at the Spring Street railroad crossing near 6th Street in Mishawaka on Saturday evening—police say the train remains stopped—and the investigation is ongoing. WSBT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State Police completed a major bust on Friday when they seized 33 pounds of marijuana, a pound of wax + 300 THC vape cartridges during a traffic stop on the Bypass near U.S. 20. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend city leaders are addressing the planned closure of the Kroger on Western Avenue—one of 60 locations closing nationwide—because it serves many local residents who rely on it for essential groceries. City officials, including council member Sheila Niezgodski, sent a letter to Kroger asking for a meeting to discuss the building’s future and community needs. WSBT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today at Boehm Park, the third annual Ray Comer pickleball classic honored Ray Comer's legacy as a former athletic director and founding figure for pickleball in Michiana. Many local players joined to celebrate his contributions to the sport—bringing together players of all ages. ABC 57
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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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South Bend Women's Small Group Meeting
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Connect with local women for discussion and community support.
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Vibes Music Festival
5 PM – 2 AM — Howard Park's Event Lawn — Children 12 & under free — Celebrate culture and talent with music, food, and local vendors.
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South Bend Women’s Small Group Meeting
6:45-7:30 a.m. — South Bend, Indiana — Free entry — Engage in meaningful discussions and connect with local women in this supportive small group.
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Disney's The Little Mermaid
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $17.10 – $32.55 — Experience the enchanting story of Ariel and her adventures above the sea.
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South Bend Latin Dance Night
7-9 p.m. — Howard Park — $15 including one drink — Dance to live Latin music and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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The Happy Campers Band: THC Live Performance
2-6 p.m. — Seitz Park — Free entry — Enjoy the vibes of Grateful Dead covers with The Happy Campers in a park setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.
~ Chinese Proverb
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