Friday, December 6th, 2024

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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mishawaka's VFW Post 360 organizes a holiday program allowing military families to shop for Christmas gifts free of charge, emphasizing community support for veterans. ABC 57
- ➤ St. Joseph County invites public input on potential hiking and biking trails in the New Carlisle area and discusses the ecological future of Portage Manor at upcoming community workshops. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ Indiana sees a significant need for foster care with 13,000 children requiring homes or other services, amidst efforts to improve the system and support for foster families. WSBT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Notre Dame's Fitzpatrick Hall of Engineering was evacuated due to a chemical spill, with the South Bend HAZMAT team responding to assess the situation. WSBT
- ➤ Severe winter weather conditions, including snow and wind gusts, are making travel difficult in South Bend, Indiana, despite efforts by snowplows to clear the roads. WSBT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The South Bend Community School Corp. secured over $100,000 in funds to enhance and expand robotics programs, aiming to teach students valuable career-readiness skills. South Bend Tribune
- ➤ A Notre Dame building was evacuated due to an alarm on Thursday afternoon, with assessments ongoing. ABC 57
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm warning is in effect for northern Indiana and southwest Michigan, including heavy lake effect snow and high winds, impacting travel and advising precautions for safety. South Bend Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph County conducts its inaugural voluntary post-election audit to ensure the accuracy of November's election results, at no cost to local taxpayers, with evaluation by the independent organization VSTOP. WSBT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michiana area hosts a variety of health-related classes, events, support groups, and blood drives throughout December. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
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The Nutcracker: A Holiday Ballet Spectacle
Experience the enchanting performance of The Nutcracker by Southold Dance Theater, featuring a magical journey with stunning choreography and vibrant costumes.
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The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Southold Dance Theater and the South Bend Symphony Orchestra present a magical adaptation of The Nutcracker, featuring local landmarks and stunning performances.
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The Prophecy Show: Holiday Rock Music Inspired by Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The Prophecy Show presents an extravagant Christmas musical production featuring classically trained musicians performing iconic holiday rock music with elaborate costumes and effects.
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Home for the Holidays Concert
Experience South Bend’s cherished holiday tradition with two performances featuring the Symphony, holiday carols, and soprano Anne Slovin.
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South Bend Women’s Weekly Small Group Meeting
The South Bend Women’s chapter conducts weekly small group meetings for community connection and support.
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Candlelight: Holiday Special Concert
This festive concert features a live string quartet performing timeless holiday music in a beautifully candlelit venue.
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Candlelight Christmas Concert at South Bend Scottish Rite
The Candlelight Christmas Concert offers a festive and intimate holiday experience in a beautifully decorated venue, with tickets selling quickly.
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Annual Holiday Screening of Die Hard
Art House will host its annual holiday screening of the movie 'Die Hard' at the Goshen Theater.
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A Magical Cirque Christmas: A Holiday Variety Show
This enchanting holiday variety show features impressive performances by world-class entertainers set to beloved holiday music, ideal for enjoyment by the entire family.
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Christmas at Loretto
The South Bend Chamber Singers present their annual Christmas at Loretto concert on Sunday, December 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Church of Loretto on the Saint Mary's College campus. This popular event features gorgeous new choral music for the season along with exciting new arrangements of favorite carols. Nancy Menk conducts, with Kevin Vaughn, organist. Tickets available at the door or in advance at https://www.saintmarys.edu/events or by calling 574-284-4626.
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