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Monday, July 28th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend has opened applications for this year’s IGNITE Grant Program that gives a $15,000 grant to support neighborhood improvements. Twyckenham Hills, which benefited from last year’s grant, plans to apply for projects like adding sidewalks and street lighting—applications close September 26. WSBT
- ➤ The New Prairie community hosted a dinner fundraiser for Lucas Bradshaw, a baseball player injured in a school bus crash in May, with pulled pork donated by a local farmer and a $15 suggested donation — all funds will support his family while he slowly recovers from his coma. WSBT
- ➤ Mia is about 6 years old and has been at the South Bend Animal Resource Center for three weeks. She quickly learns commands like sit, stay, shake and speak—and is already potty trained, gets along with dogs, cats and kids, and awaits a loving home. WSBT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A man died after being hit by an Amtrak train early Sunday morning at the crossing near Michigan and Bronson Streets in South Bend—Norfolk Southern Police are investigating the incident. WSBT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert at 2:40 a.m. on July 27 at the 1500 block of Main Street and took two people with gunshot wounds to a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries—investigators are working on the case. ABC 57
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Multiple concerts will take place in the South Bend area and nearby towns from July 28 to Aug. 3—featuring styles from blues and rock to folk and country. Many events will be free or have a low fee, and attendees are advised to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy outdoor performances. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph County is set to launch Nurturing Resilience and Building Brains after Ready to Grow St. Joe and the Early Childhood Development Center were awarded a grant from the Valinhos and Asante Foundations. The initiative — which offers bilingual professional development and coaching on Conscious Discipline to early childhood educators — will begin this summer. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame football is set to start either redshirt freshman CJ Carr or third-year backup Kenny Minchey as the opening night quarterback at Miami — the starter will make his first career appearance. Coaches said the decision will rest on each player’s decision making as fall camp begins on July 31. South Bend Tribune
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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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South Bend Cubs Baseball Night
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — $5 tickets — Experience an evening of baseball cheering on the South Bend Cubs with friends and family.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
6-9 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton South Bend at Notre Dame — Tickets starting at $69.95 — Enjoy a hilarious murder mystery dinner while solving a thrilling crime.
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