Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Advantix Development Corp. has been granted an extension until June 30, 2025, to secure lots for a 50-unit low-income housing project in South Bend, aiming to invest $13 million in the community.
🎭 Culture
Notre Dame cheerleader Molly Snook shares the unique culture and game day traditions of Notre Dame with her 83,000 TikTok followers, as the community prepares for the home playoff game against Indiana University.
🎓 Education
The South Bend School Board will decide on a proposal to close Coquillard Elementary School and convert it into a career and technical education hub, amidst community concerns.
🌲 Environment
South Bend addresses its rat problem with eco-friendly solutions to protect local wildlife.
🏈 Sports
Notre Dame football's Howard Cross III is set to return to play against Indiana in the College Football Playoff first-round game after recovering from a high ankle sprain.
Notre Dame Stadium introduces WiFi 6E, tripling internet speed and becoming the first outdoor college venue with this advanced technology, promising enhanced connectivity for over 80,000 fans.
The South Bend Public Transportation Corporation has announced route adjustments and detours due to the Notre Dame vs. Indiana University football game on Dec.
20.
Notre Dame football Coach Marcus Freeman secures a contract extension through the 2030 season, maintaining high morale and a focused work ethic among staff and team members.
Notre Dame secures top transfer DeVonta Smith from Alabama for the 2025 season, bolstering their defense.
🎉 South Bend Events
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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.
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.
Annual Holiday Screening of Die Hard
Art House will host its annual holiday screening of the movie 'Die Hard' at the Goshen Theater.
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.
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.
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.
The Happy Campers Live Performance at Bare Hands Brewery
The Happy Campers, a Grateful Dead and jam band cover project, will perform live at Bare Hands Brewery in Granger, Indiana.
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