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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two suspects were charged in connection with the June 7 shooting death of Kristina Ortiz in South Bend + officials provided an update on the investigation. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ St. Joseph County Surveyor Derek Dieter reported a burglary occurred at the Portage Township office near the St. Joe River by Monroe and Lincolnway East on Friday around 6:30 a.m. when a 48-inch TV was stolen and photos show a suspect in a red hoodie with dark pants—anyone recognizing him should call Dieter at 574-532-2200. ABC 57
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Craig Gibson and Ryan Shim from Premier Arts are debuting an all-youth cast performing 'The Little Mermaid' today at 2 p.m. with tickets available online. ABC 57
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Schools made small gains in ILEARN scores after a post-pandemic drop, though local students still fall below state averages — district leaders say they will use the improvements to boost learning when school starts on August 20. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bumpy railroad crossing on Anderson Road east of Cherry Road in Granger has caused worry among local drivers and neighbors because rough tracks are damaging cars, and County Councilman Dan Schaetzle (currently on vacation in Montreal) has raised the issue with Canadian National. Canadian National says the crossing will be fixed by the end of the year (residents report bent wheels and blown tires) as locals urge safer travel. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph County Health Department sprayed parts of South Bend on Thursday as a preventative measure against West Nile Virus, treating areas in southeast, eastern, and central parts of the city—after spraying parts of Penn Township on Tuesday. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Thousands of fans are expected this weekend for five youth sports events — including baseball tournaments at Notre Dame and Bethel, a Little League qualifier, a lacrosse tournament with eight teams from six states, and a baton twirling championship at Notre Dame. Local hotels and restaurants are set to benefit as the events add an estimated $2 million to the local economy. ABC 57
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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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Open House at 3410 Addison Street
6-8 p.m. — 3410 Addison Street — Free entry — Explore this beautifully maintained one-story home with modern updates and a lovely backyard.
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