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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph County Police are asking for help to identify a suspect linked to a vehicle theft in Granger that occurred Monday — the suspect was seen at Walmart on Ash Road using a stolen credit card. ABC 57
- ➤ A South Bend man, 47-year-old Scott Byrd, was arrested on July 16 on a level six felony charge for meth possession after police searched a car wash on Lincoln Way West around 8 p.m. on July 15—he is now held at the county jail. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ 20-year-old Quadir Quiroz of South Bend pleaded guilty to Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm—he carjacked a person at gunpoint and later robbed a gas station while striking an employee—and was sentenced to 18 years in prison followed by 3 years of supervised release. ABC 57
- ➤ South Bend police arrested 47-year-old Scott Byrd during Tuesday's search warrants on Lincoln Way West after recovering suspected methamphetamine, THC chews, hydrocodone, prescription antibiotic pills and other paraphernalia at a local car wash and vehicle—and he is now awaiting a formal charging decision. ABC 57
- ➤ South Bend Police arrested 28-year-old Devin Myers after he led officers on a pursuit on July 15th near Diamond and California avenues—he faces charges for marijuana possession and an outstanding warrant while an officer’s SUV struck a tree during the chase without causing injury. WSBT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival is celebrating 25 years of serving Michiana with world-class productions of Shakespeare’s works. The festival will feature a free, ticketed ShakeScenes performance on July 19 at 2 p.m. at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, an adults-only Shakespeare After Hours on July 25 at LangLab for $15, and a production of King Lear from August 21—Aug. 31 with related pre-show and post-show events. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County commissioners are reviewing whether to leave the old county and city building on Lafayette Boulevard as city offices plan to move into the former school headquarters this fall. They are exploring alternate locations such as the Studebaker Building near Four Winds Field — a decision that will depend on renovation costs, accessibility, and overall feasibility. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The National Baton Twirling Championships is happening this week at Notre Dame and IU South Bend with top twirlers from across the country competing in all age groups— the contest runs through Friday afternoon. WSBT
- ➤ Notre Dame freshman wide receiver Elijah Burress will wear No. 17 this season after switching from No. 16 to carry on a family legacy and honor a deal with former NFL punter Jeff Feagles (who traded his own number for a home-improvement agreement). Feagles, who played 352 consecutive games in the NFL, said he will watch the season opener on Labor Day weekend as Burress begins his college football career. South Bend Tribune
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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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Grease Sing-Along at the Morris
7 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Sing and dance along to the iconic classic Grease in a fun, immersive outdoor experience.
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Python for Scientists Training
August 4th-8th — South Bend Community School Corporation Adult Education — $1750 — Gain valuable Python programming skills tailored for scientific applications.
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Les Miserables
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Morris Performing Arts Center — Become a Season Member today for access to 2024-25 Broadway In South Bend shows — Experience Boublil and Schönberg's timeless musical about love, sacrifice, and redemption.
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African American Arts & Culture Pavilion
5-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Black creativity and culture through diverse artistic expressions at this annual pavilion.
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Running Wild: 5K Trail Run & 3K Fun Walk
8:30-10:30 a.m. — St. Patrick's County Park — Varies, see RunSignup for details — Annual FUNd-raising run and walk supporting St. Joseph County Parks with a pet-friendly nature scavenger hunt.
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