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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lucas Bradshaw returned to school today with classmates cheering him on as he continues to recover from a serious crash on U-S 20 near Fail Road in LaPorte County—he was hospitalized in Grand Rapids since early May and the man charged in the crash is set to go on trial next month. WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cinnabon opened near the food court at University Park Mall in Mishawaka on Sept. 10, 2025, with part owner Jaree Kizilbash posing for photos that show the store's drink station and signage—marking its new setup for local shoppers. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Latin Business Expo 2025 took place Wednesday at the Northern Indiana Event Center in Elkhart with over 65 businesses gathering to network, share advice, and connect with the Michiana community—organizer Yolo Lopez DeMarco created the event to unite Latino businesses and open new opportunities for entrepreneurs like Sandra Muñoz. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was shot and killed Tuesday during a campus tour stop at Utah Valley University, and college students in South Bend now worry that free speech on campus may suffer. ABC 57
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ South Bend is seeing an extended summer tourism season as warm weather continues into fall and more visitors come on weekdays and weekends—local businesses are adjusting their hours for the trend. ABC 57
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Whitmer in Michigan and Governor Braun in Indiana ordered state flags to be lowered to half-staff today to honor the heroes and victims of September 11—flags will return to full display tomorrow. ABC 57
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ IndyStar’s Super 25 poll ranks top high school football teams ahead of Week 4. Fishers moved up to number nine after Vincent Rozzi set a school record while Lafayette Jeff entered the top 25 and Roncalli dropped out — the rankings also list teams like Brownsburg, Center Grove, and New Palestine who won their games. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Notre Dame football is working to rebound after its loss to No.6 Miami as it prepares to face No.17 Texas A&M Saturday at home in South Bend—players say a fast start is key to avoiding a historic 0—2 season start. The team plans to play with urgency and efficiency to show its true potential this week. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ The South Bend Tribune sports staff has released its Week 4 picks for the IHSAA high school football season, covering key games in Indiana and Michigan as teams prepare for upcoming matchups plus potential upsets in the region. South Bend Tribune
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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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IXL Live: Classic Edition Workshop
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — Hilton Garden Inn South Bend — Free entry — Enhance your IXL skills with a hands-on workshop for educators.
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