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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The St. Joseph County Police Department arrested 37-year-old Carolyn Estey — wanted on felony and probation-related charges — after an investigation on Wednesday led officers to a Day Road residence where she was found hiding in a clothes dryer. ABC 57
- ➤ On August 21st a South Bend resident filed a police complaint against Officer Samuel Chaput after viewing body camera footage showing him restraining a teenage girl with what she considered excessive force — several board members now call for policy changes to allow them access to video evidence, arguing that it would clear any doubts over the review process. South Bend Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame’s Institute for Educational Initiatives launched a free web-based app called Number Sense to help students in grades three through twelve improve mental math without paper or pencil—users can compare their scores with peers nationwide as the app, in development for six years, is already used in local schools and 35 other states. ABC 57
- ➤ On August 21, the Notre Dame campus hosted the band’s first march-out for the Fighting Irish—an event that kicked off a four-day bootcamp with over 300 members learning classic anthems and starting a new academic year. WSBT
- ➤ Aviation Education Day returns at South Bend International Airport on Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Studebaker Hanger—providing airfield tours, ARFF demonstrations, and aircraft displays including a FedEx Boeing 757. The free event will let attendees board a SkyWest Airlines aircraft and give scouts a chance to earn an aviation merit badge while offering young flyers introductory flights for children ages 8 to 17 on a first-come basis. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Armadillo sightings have increased in Indiana since the early 2000s as Indiana DNR confirmed more reports in recent years. The nine-banded armadillo may carry diseases such as leprosy and it is illegal to trap or kill them unless they cause property damage—residents should report any encounters. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Notre Dame football star Aaron Taylor started a new YouTube podcast called Trench Life to share simple tips about the offensive line; the first episode aired this week and new shows will come on Thursdays. An interview with coach Joe Rudolph will air on Aug. 28—adding more insight for fans. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Today, as the Notre Dame Football season begins, the athletic department unveiled the first sports-specific leprechaun mark — a design created by Fighting Irish Media with input from athletic programs. The new mark will soon appear on Notre Dame athletic attire produced in partnership with Under Armour. ABC 57
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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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Marshall County Blueberry Festival
12-9 p.m. — Centennial Park — Fun for all ages — Celebrate blueberries with rides, games, crafts, and plenty of delicious blueberry treats.
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Yart Arts and Music Festival
9 p.m. — Keria Trail, South Bend, IN — $30 for 1 day, $50 for weekend — Experience a unique arts and music festival set deep in the woods.
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Grateful Dead Night with The Happy Campers Band
6-10 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — Details subject to change — Enjoy a night of groovy Grateful Dead jams under the stars.
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Dermot Kennedy Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Notre Dame Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful folk-pop sounds of Dermot Kennedy live on stage.
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Open House Event
2-4 p.m. — 52117 Tammy Dr — $340,000 — Explore a well-maintained 4-bed ranch home with a cozy sunroom and inviting backyard pool.
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Football Hospitality Experience: Texas A&M Aggies at Notre Dame Fighting Irish
3:30-9:00 p.m. — Notre Dame Stadium — Not a game ticket — Cheer on the Fighting Irish during their home opener with premium hospitality close to the stadium.
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Ghost Walk in South Bend
6-8 p.m. — Century Center — Ticketed event — Experience a lantern-lit ghost hunt through South Bend's most haunted landmarks.
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