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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • St. Joseph County unanimously approves a $195,000 study for a potential new community center in New Carlisle, along with infrastructure developments to support nearby Amazon and GM/Samsung projects.  South Bend Tribune
  • Darryl Boykins, South Bend's first Black Chief of Police, remembered for his integrity and community dedication, passed away at 70.  South Bend Tribune

CRIME NEWS

  • A Wanatah woman, Laurie Lentz, is charged with domestic battery for allegedly using a computer charging cord and cooking spoon to punish her adopted son, leading to an investigation initiated by his school.  WSBT

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Coquillard Elementary will remain open after a close 4-3 vote by the South Bend School Board, countering earlier expectations of its closure for a county career hub.  WSBT
  • South Bend School Board rejects plan to convert Coquillard Elementary into a CTE Hub, opting to keep the school open amid community and trustee concerns.  South Bend Tribune
  • Dennis Brown retired as the assistant vice president for public affairs and communications at Notre Dame after 33 years, marking the end of a distinguished career that included hosting President Barack Obama in 2009.  WSBT

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • South Bend Mayor James Mueller discusses proposed school vouchers expansion, career hub, and South Shore Line developments in a WSBT interview.  WSBT

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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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.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • 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.

    Mon, 12/23/24

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  • Southeast Patient Resource Fair

    This event offers information about services and resources at HealthLinc Southeast, featuring giveaways, goodie bags, and site tours.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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