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Elkhart
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Elkhart. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians and its Four Winds casinos donated $335,000 to 11 local organizations on Thursday. The funds, including $25,000 to the YWCA, will support services from food rescue to children’s hospital programs in our community. 16 News Now
- ➤ The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians will host a fundraiser to benefit local nonprofits + community programs; organizers said the event is scheduled for a future date at a local venue. 16 News Now
- ➤ Indiana Landmarks is hosting a webinar on Feb. 19 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. that will explain how churches can apply for the grant to help fund repairs and matching funds (applications accepted through June 15). WSBT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Michigan Power is contacting customers with high bills to verify correct charges (the company is owned by American Electric Power) and will schedule virtual or in-person meetings to resolve any billing issues. 16 News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Raclin Murphy Encore Center opens this weekend with planned events aimed at engaging local community members. Organizers say the center will feature art displays and workshops (designed to offer fresh cultural experiences) as a new venue for residents. 16 News Now
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Preschool Valentine’s Day Celebration: SuperKitties
1-2 p.m. — Elkhart Public Library - Downtown Branch — Free entry — Celebrate Valentine’s Day with fun Super Kitties-inspired activities and stories.
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Valentine's Day Tribute to Anita Baker & Luther Vandross
3-7 p.m. — Elkhart 112 Club — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Celebrate Valentine's Day with soulful tributes and live performances.
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2026 Home & Outdoor Expo
12 PM – 6 PM — Northern Indiana Event Center — Free entry — Discover home and outdoor inspirations from local professionals and vendors.
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Cinderella Tea Party
1-3 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — $20 – $35 — Enjoy magical highlights from Cinderella with family-friendly dances and more.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
~ Carl W. Buehner
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