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South Bend
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Police arrested Derrick V Myers (43) Tuesday night at Howard Park after he allegedly threatened parkgoers with a steak knife and charged him with intimidation. WSBT
- ➤ Martel Scott, a 35-year-old man from South Bend, pleaded guilty to distributing a mixture containing methamphetamine sold in South Bend and Mishawaka from July to October 2024 and was sentenced to 16 years and 8 months in prison and 5 years of supervised release—officers found about five pounds of the drug and over $200,000 during his arrest. ABC 57
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Scammers are targeting locals looking for extra income by offering side hustles with high pay but little work—these schemes ask for upfront payments or personal details that may lead to loss. Residents are advised to research offers carefully and report any suspicious opportunities to protect their finances. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend's Redevelopment Commission approved changes—allowing work directly with a developer at the former Drewery's Brewery site. The city also agreed to buy the Sunoco building on Portage Avenue—part of plans to add housing and commercial businesses after cleanup removed over 14,000 tons of debris and asbestos. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, ABC57 Morning Achor Jordan Hatfield interviewed IUSB Chief Nurse Administrator Barb White about the new HealthConnect program that fills gaps in mental health care — the program will soon boost training for mental health treatment. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame football will face No. 10 Miami on Sunday as the team aims to break a six-game losing streak in Miami that dates back to 1977 — the game takes place during Labor Day weekend and offers a chance to reverse past outcomes. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Levy Restaurants is developing new food options for Notre Dame Stadium based on fan feedback from a preview on August 28—these items include a Sicilian pizza burger, birria nachos, and a plant-based burger. The new menu will debut at the Zach Bryan concert on Sept. 6 and is expected to cost about $10 to $15 per item. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ USC athletic director Jennifer Cohen said she is hopeful that a new multi-year deal will let USC and Notre Dame keep their long-time football rivalry alive after USC submitted an amended scheduling proposal, while Notre Dame's athletic director said his team can adjust its schedule more easily. Notre Dame faces more schedule options as USC's Big Ten nine-game plan forces careful travel planning — the schools plan to work out a deal soon. South Bend Tribune
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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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Golf for Good 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — Juday Creek Golf Course — $75 per golfer / $300 per foursome — Enjoy a day of golf supporting Roma women and community uplift.
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B. Rich Customs Bi-Annual Fashion Show
7-9 p.m. — Aloft South Bend — No Refunds — Witness the latest fashion creations from B. Rich Customs at their second bi-annual showcase.
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Plant Sale & Swap
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Potawatomi Conservatories — $5 Adults | $3 Kids — Discover unique plants and swap gardening tips with fellow enthusiasts.
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